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Taming Test Jitters Lesson Plan

Help 4th-grade students understand and manage test anxiety through discussion and practical strategies.

By addressing test anxiety, students can enhance their confidence and performance, leading to improved well-being during assessments.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Setting the Stage

3 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Discussion

5 minutes

Step 3

Practical Strategies Activity

7 minutes

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Taming Test Jitters

Introduce the lesson, welcome the students, and briefly explain what test jitters (anxiety) are. Emphasize that it's okay to feel nervous sometimes and that there are ways to feel better.

What is Test Anxiety?

Define test anxiety: what it is and why it matters. Ask students if they’ve experienced these feelings before a test.

Let's Talk About It!

Facilitate a discussion. Prompt questions: 'How do you feel before a test?' and 'What do you do when you feel nervous?'. Encourage sharing and validate student experiences.

Practical Strategies to Try

Introduce practical strategies. Explain each strategy clearly and demonstrate deep breathing or positive self-talk if possible.

Remember & Practice!

Recap the strategies and encourage students to remember them when feeling nervous. Offer praise and boost confidence.

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Taming Test Jitters

Chamecca Reeves

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