Lesson Plan
Calm Quest Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, the student will define anxiety, identify at least two personal triggers, and practice three calming strategies—deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and positive visualization.
This lesson builds emotional resilience by helping the student recognize and manage feelings of worry. It empowers them to self-regulate, reducing anxiety’s impact on daily school life and boosting confidence in handling stress.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduce Anxiety
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Personal Triggers
7 minutes
Step 3
Practice Calming Strategies
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflect and Plan
8 minutes

Worksheet


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Reading


Journal


Slide Deck
Calm Quest
What Is Anxiety?
Real-Life Examples
Identify Your Triggers
Calming Strategies Overview
Strategy 1: Deep Breathing
Strategy 2: Muscle Relaxation
Strategy 3: Positive Visualization
Reflect & Plan
You Did It!
