Lesson Plan

Facing Fears Plan

Guide 9th-grade students to identify and confront personal fears, transforming anxiety into a basis for self-esteem and courage.

Empowering students to face their anxieties builds resilience and encourages personal growth, essential for their overall emotional development.

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Preparation and Material Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity and Worksheet Completion

10 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Facing Fears: Turning Anxiety into Courage

Introduce the lesson with a relatable quote about overcoming fear and building courage. This will set a positive, motivational tone for the session.

Understanding Fear

Ask guiding questions: 'What is one fear you have?' and 'How can transforming this fear help you become stronger?'. Encourage participation and keep the conversation supportive.

From Fear to Courage

Share a visual diagram linking fear and courage. Emphasize engaging discussion and reflection.

Activity: Fear To Courage

Explain the activity where students list their personal fears and strategies to overcome them. Provide examples if needed.

Reflection & Takeaways

Wrap up the lesson with a reflective discussion. Ask students to share one takeaway and reinforce the learning with a final motivational message.

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Facing Fears: Turning Anxiety into Courage

Crystal Sullivan

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