Lesson Plan
Seeing Clearly: Understanding Magnification
Learn and challenge cognitive distortion of magnification
In this quick lesson, students will learn about the cognitive distortion of magnification, where small negative events are blown out of proportion. They will engage in identifying examples of magnifications and discuss strategies for challenging such distortions. This lesson is important for fostering students' emotional well-being by promoting healthier thought patterns.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
2 mins
Step 2
Explanation of Magnification
3 mins
Step 3
Identifying Examples Activity
10 mins
Step 4
Challenging Magnification Discussion
4 mins
Step 5
Closure
1 min
Worksheet
Discussion
