Lesson Plan

Stress & Your Brain Lesson Plan

Students will watch a video on how stress affects brain function, complete guided notes to identify key physiological impacts, and demonstrate understanding by answering a short quiz.

Understanding how stress influences brain health builds self-awareness and equips 8th–9th graders with strategies to manage stress effectively, supporting both academic and emotional well-being.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Video & Guided Notes

15 minutes

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Quiz Assessment

10 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Review

5 minutes

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Stress Impact Quiz

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Stress & Your Brain

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Lia Mayrink Sabinson

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