Lesson Plan
Stress Survival Kit Lesson Plan
Students will identify personal stress triggers and practice at least three coping strategies—deep breathing, visualization, and positive self-talk—to build resilience and manage stress.
Teaching practical coping skills empowers students to handle everyday stressors, improves emotional well-being, and fosters a more focused, resilient classroom community.
Audience
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Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare and Review Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Stress
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Stress Triggers
5 minutes
Step 3
Introduce Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 4
Group Practice Activity
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Stress Survival Kit
Lesson Objectives
What Is Stress?
Identify Your Stress Triggers
Coping Strategy: Deep Breathing
Coping Strategy: Visualization
Coping Strategy: Positive Self-Talk
Group Practice Activity
Reflection and Exit Ticket
Closing & Next Steps

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