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Finding Your Calm Lesson Plan

Teach 2nd-grade students personalized calming techniques, including deep breathing and visualization, to help manage overwhelming emotions.

Developing emotional regulation skills early can empower students to manage stress and improve overall wellbeing.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Relaxation Exercise

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Wrap-Up

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Finding Your Calm

Introduce the lesson with a warm welcome. Explain that today's session will help them learn how to calm down using fun and simple techniques.

What Does It Mean to Calm Down?

Prompt a discussion with the students. Ask them what 'calm down' means to them. Encourage participation.

Deep Breathing Exercise

Introduce the deep breathing exercise. Use the [Deep Breathing Guide](#deep-breathing-guide-material) as a reference. Demonstrate slowly.

Visualization: A Peaceful Place

Guide the students through a visualization exercise. Ask them to imagine a peaceful place that makes them feel safe and happy.

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Encourage reflection. Ask students to share their feelings and thoughts. Summarize the key points and remind them to practice these strategies.

Lesson Plan

Finding Your Calm Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Lesson Materials

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

Step 2

Guided Relaxation Exercise

Step 3

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Slide Deck

Finding Your Calm

What Does It Mean to Calm Down?

Deep Breathing Exercise

Visualization: A Peaceful Place

Reflection & Wrap-Up

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Finding Your Calm

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