Lesson Plan
You Matter Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize warning signs of distress, practice empathetic listening skills, and identify trusted adults and resources to support themselves and peers.
Teaching suicide prevention at an early age builds resilience, fosters a caring classroom environment, and empowers students with practical skills to help themselves and classmates.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Warning Signs
8 minutes
Step 3
Empathetic Listening Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Trusted Adults & Resources
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closure
2 minutes

Slide Deck
You Matter: Introduction & Objectives
Emotional Warning Signs
Behavioral Warning Signs
Verbal Warning Signs
Empathetic Listening Tips
Trusted Adults & Resources
Reflection & Closure

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