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.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
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

Slide Deck
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

Discussion


Activity


Journal

