Lesson Plan

Stress Busters Lesson Plan

Students will learn to recognize personal stress triggers, practice three healthy coping strategies, and commit to using these tools to build resilience in daily life.

Middle schoolers face academic and social pressures; teaching coping skills early empowers them to manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve focus and well-being.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Identify Stress Triggers

7 minutes

Step 3

Learn Coping Strategies

7 minutes

Step 4

Practice Activity

6 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Stress Busters

Learning Objectives

Recognizing Stress Triggers

Identifying Your Triggers

Healthy Coping Strategies

Practice Activity

Reflection & Commitment

Take Care & Stay Resilient!

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Journal

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Stress Busters

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