Lesson Plan

Trauma Awareness Roadmap

Students will identify common trauma triggers, practice coping strategies, and collaboratively design safe spaces to support emotional well-being in their school.

This lesson empowers students to understand trauma responses, develop resilience skills, and foster a supportive classroom culture built on trust and safety.

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Review and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Opening and Objectives

5 minutes

Step 2

Identifying Trauma Triggers

8 minutes

Step 3

Coping Strategies Exploration

10 minutes

Step 4

Trigger Talk Circles

8 minutes

Step 5

Calm Corner Co-Design

7 minutes

Step 6

Reflection and Closure

7 minutes

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Safe Zone Builder: Coping Strategies for Emotional Well-Being

What Is a Safe Zone?

Deep Breathing

Grounding: 5-4-3-2-1 Technique

Mindful Visualization

Stretching & Movement

Positive Self-Talk

Building Your Safe Zone Kit

Reflection & Next Steps

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Discussion

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Activity

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Journal

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Safe Spaces

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