Lesson Plan
Coping with Divorce: 10-Lesson Series
Understand and cope with divorce
This 10-lesson series aims to help middle school students understand and cope with the emotional impact of divorce. Each lesson focuses on a different aspect of coping, such as emotional awareness, communication skills, and building resilience. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, students will engage in collaborative learning and restorative practices to explore their feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms. This series is crucial as it provides a safe space for students to express their emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively.
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Materials
Step 1
Lesson 1: Understanding Divorce
50 mins
Step 2
Lesson 2: Emotional Awareness
50 mins
Step 3
Lesson 3: Healthy Coping Mechanisms
50 mins
Step 4
Lesson 4: Communication Skills
50 mins
Step 5
Lesson 5: Building Resilience
50 mins
Step 6
Lesson 6: Family Dynamics
50 mins
Step 7
Lesson 7: Support Systems
50 mins
Step 8
Lesson 8: Self-Care Practices
50 mins
Step 9
Lesson 9: Conflict Resolution
50 mins
Step 10
Lesson 10: Future Planning
50 mins

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