Lesson Plan

Stress Busters: Ace the Test!

Equip 7th graders with practical stress management techniques to approach exams confidently and reduce anxiety.

By learning strategies to manage stress and anxiety, students can improve focus, emotional regulation, and overall performance during their first end-of-grade exams.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Setting the Stage

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Breathing Exercise

10 minutes

Step 3

Stress Management Techniques Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-up & Encouragement

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Stress Busters: Ace the Test!

Introduce the session. Highlight the importance of managing stress for academic success. Mention that today's session will include discussion, a breathing exercise, and practical stress management techniques. Set a positive and relaxed tone.

Guided Breathing Exercise

Explain why breathing exercises can help reduce anxiety. Guide the students through a visual representation of the steps involved in the breathing technique. Make sure to emphasize slow, deep breaths.

Stress Management Techniques

Distribute and briefly review key stress management techniques from the handout. Use the discussion prompts to encourage participation. Ask students to share any personal strategies they already use.

Wrap-Up & Encouragement

Summarize the lesson and offer words of encouragement. Reiterate that regular practice of these techniques can help improve exam performance. End on a positive note to build confidence.

Lesson Plan

Stress Busters: Ace the Test!

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Introduction & Setting the Stage

Step 2

Guided Breathing Exercise

Step 3

Stress Management Techniques Discussion

Step 4

Wrap-up & Encouragement

Slide Deck

Stress Busters: Ace the Test!

Guided Breathing Exercise

Stress Management Techniques

Wrap-Up & Encouragement

Worksheet

Activity

Discussion

Stress Busters: Ace the Test!

Maneko Reid