Lesson Plan
Finding Calm Lesson Plan
Help the student learn and practice coping strategies—such as guided breathing, journaling, and planning personalized calming techniques—to reduce anxiety and fear about immigration raids.
Anxiety around family immigration status can disrupt well-being and learning. This lesson equips the student with tools to self-regulate emotions, build resilience, and feel more empowered when facing uncertainty.
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Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
5 minutes
Step 1
Build Rapport
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Session Goal
2 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breathing Exercise
5 minutes
Step 4
Feelings Journaling
5 minutes
Step 5
Explore Coping Strategies
8 minutes
Step 6
Develop Personal Plan
5 minutes
Step 7
Closure and Check-Out
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Finding Calm Amid Fear
Session Goals
Guided Breathing Exercise
Feelings Journaling
Explore Coping Strategies
Develop Your Calming Plan
Closure & Next Steps

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