Lesson Plan
Be the Light Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize signs of emotional distress in peers and practice safe, supportive responses by connecting friends to trusted adults.
This lesson builds empathy, reduces stigma around mental health, and equips students with skills to support peers, fostering a caring and safe classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Recognizing Signs of Distress
8 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Safe Responses
12 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Be the Light
Today’s Objectives
Introduction & Warm-Up
Recognizing Signs of Distress
Role-Play Safe Responses
Sample Peer Help Scenarios
Reflection & Wrap-Up
Thank You & Resources
Reading
Activity
Worksheet
Reading
