Lesson Plan

Quick Check-In Outline

In this 5-minute Quick Check-In, 7th graders will self-assess their current stress levels, share coping strategies with a partner, and set a focused one-word intention to enhance self-management and readiness.

Building daily habits of self-awareness and emotional regulation helps students manage stress, improve engagement, and create a positive classroom climate.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Step 2

Rate Stress Level

1 minute

Step 3

Pair & Share

1 minute

Step 4

Set Intention

1 minute

Step 5

Transition to Lesson

1 minute

Lesson Plan

Quick Check-In Outline

In this 5-minute routine, 7th graders will self-assess stress using a 1–5 scale, share coping strategies with a partner, and set a one-word intention to boost focus and self-management.

Building habits of self-awareness and emotional regulation empowers students to manage stress, improve engagement, and foster a calm, positive classroom climate before learning begins.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Step 2

Rate Stress Level

1 minute

Step 3

Pair & Share

1 minute

Step 4

Set Intention

1 minute

Step 5

Transition to Lesson

1 minute

Slide Deck

Stress Scale 1–5

Today’s quick routine uses a simple scale so every student can privately gauge their stress. Say: “We’ll use this scale to notice how we feel before class starts. No right or wrong—just be honest with yourself.”

Levels 1 & 2: Calm

Point to each icon as you explain. Say: “Levels 1 and 2 are our calm zones. If you feel relaxed or just slightly energized, choose 1 or 2.”

Level 3: Moderate

Emphasize that level 3 is neutral. Say: “Level 3 means you have some tension or butterflies—that’s okay too.”

Levels 4 & 5: Stressed

Notice how the colors warm up. Say: “If you’re at a 4 or 5, consider a quick strategy to help you reset.”

Lesson Plan

Quick Check-In Outline

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Rate Stress Level

Step 3

Pair & Share

Step 4

Set Intention

Step 5

Transition to Lesson

Lesson Plan

Quick Check-In Outline

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Rate Stress Level

Step 3

Pair & Share

Step 4

Set Intention

Step 5

Transition to Lesson

Slide Deck

Stress Scale 1–5

Levels 1 & 2: Calm

Level 3: Moderate

Levels 4 & 5: Stressed

Script

Discussion

Cool Down

Quick Check-In

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