Lesson Plan
Finding Calm Lesson Plan
Teachers will learn and practice strategies to help students manage overstimulation and adapt to changes in routines, equipping them with actionable tools to foster classroom calm and resilience.
Overstimulation and unexpected routine changes can trigger student anxiety and disrupt learning. Equipping teachers with proactive strategies and reflective tools promotes a supportive environment, improves student focus, and enhances classroom resilience in Tier 1 settings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Overstimulation Scenarios
15 minutes
Step 3
Strategy Presentation
20 minutes
Step 4
Reflection Activity: Routine Change
15 minutes
Step 5
Guided Practice: Mindfulness Exercise
15 minutes
Step 6
Group Discussion & Planning
15 minutes
Step 7
Debrief & Next Steps
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Finding Calm Amid Change
Session Objectives
Icebreaker: Overstimulation Scenarios
Calm Classroom Strategies
Reflection Activity: Routine Change
Guided Mindfulness Exercise
Group Planning Activity
Debrief & Next Steps
Activity
Worksheet
Reading
Script
Cool Down
