Lesson Plan
Session 1 Plan
Introduce emotion regulation and positive self-talk; students will define key emotions and practice crafting positive self-statements.
Building emotion regulation and self-talk skills helps students recognize and manage feelings, boosting confidence and resilience.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Emotions
5 minutes
Step 3
Reading Activity
5 minutes
Step 4
Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Game
5 minutes
Step 7
Cool-Down
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Understanding Emotions & Positive Self-Talk
Warm-Up Activity
Key Emotion Definitions
What Is Positive Self-Talk?
Reading Highlights
Discussion Questions
Worksheet Practice
Game Time: Emotion Regulation Bingo
Cool-Down & Reflection
Script
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Plan
Understand fixed vs. growth mindset; students will identify mindset statements and practice reframing setbacks.
A growth mindset encourages resilience by helping students view challenges as opportunities for learning, supporting self-confidence and persistence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Mindsets
5 minutes
Step 3
Reading Activity
5 minutes
Step 4
Discussion & Reframing
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Game
5 minutes
Step 7
Cool-Down
2 minutes
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Plan
Deepen emotion regulation by identifying personal triggers and practicing coping techniques like breathing, breaks, and positive talk.
Recognizing triggers and mastering coping strategies empowers students to manage emotions proactively, reducing stress and improving focus.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Identifying Triggers
5 minutes
Step 3
Introducing Coping Techniques
5 minutes
Step 4
Reading Activity
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Game
5 minutes
Step 7
Cool-Down
2 minutes
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Plan
Strengthen positive self-talk and confidence through creating and using personal affirmations; students will craft affirmations and apply them in real-life scenarios.
Positive affirmations reinforce self-esteem, blend emotion regulation with a growth mindset, and empower students to face challenges with confidence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Affirmations
5 minutes
Step 3
Reading Activity
5 minutes
Step 4
Discussion & Creation
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Game
5 minutes
Step 7
Cool-Down
2 minutes
Lesson Plan
Session 5 Plan
Apply learned emotion regulation, growth mindset, and self-talk skills to real-life situations by creating a personal stress-management toolkit and practicing journaling.
Helping students personalize and practice strategies ensures they can independently manage stress and emotions, reinforcing skills and boosting self-reliance.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Stress Management
5 minutes
Step 3
Reading Activity
5 minutes
Step 4
Discussion & Planning
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Journal Activity
4 minutes
Step 7
Game
5 minutes
Step 8
Cool-Down
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Session 6 Plan
Review and assess mastery of emotion regulation, growth mindset, and positive self-talk; student will demonstrate skills through a quiz, reflective project, and self-evaluation.
Assessing and reflecting on learned strategies ensures the student can apply them independently, celebrates growth, and guides next steps.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Review of Concepts
5 minutes
Step 3
Quiz Assessment
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection Project
7 minutes
Step 5
Self-Evaluation
3 minutes
Step 6
Celebration & Sharing
3 minutes
Step 7
Cool-Down & Goal Setting
2 minutes
