Lesson Plan

Taming the Anxiety Beast

By the end of this session, 8th graders will identify common anxiety triggers, articulate what anxiety feels like, and learn at least three coping strategies to manage stress.

This lesson helps students understand and normalize their anxiety, build emotional resilience, and gain practical tools to cope with stress, supporting both well-being and academic success.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Norms

5 minutes

Step 2

Exploring What Anxiety Feels Like

7 minutes

Step 3

Identifying Personal Triggers

7 minutes

Step 4

Brainstorming Coping Strategies

7 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

4 minutes

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Taming the Anxiety Beast

Group Norms

What Does Anxiety Feel Like?

Identifying Personal Triggers

Brainstorming Coping Strategies

Reflection & Next Steps

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Taming the Anxiety Beast

Alyssha Walker

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