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Stress SOS Lesson Plan

Students will learn to identify common stressors and apply three practical stress management techniques—deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and positive self-talk—to build resilience.

Teaching stress management equips students with lifelong skills to recognize and cope with stress, improving their mental well-being, focus, and academic performance.

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Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Hook: Stress Check-In

5 minutes

Step 2

Teaching: Understanding Stress

10 minutes

Step 3

Teaching: Stress Management Techniques

10 minutes

Step 4

Activity: Stress Mapping

10 minutes

Step 5

Closure & Assessment

5 minutes

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Stress SOS

What Is Stress?

Common Stressors for 7th Graders

Signs of Stress

Technique 1: Deep Breathing

Technique 2: Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Technique 3: Positive Self-Talk

Activity: Stress Mapping

Closure & Commitment

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