Lesson Plan
Session 1 Plan
Introduce the concept of anxiety by defining it and exploring how it feels in the body. Student will identify signs of anxiety nonverbally using visual aids and tokens.
Understanding anxiety’s definition and physical signs helps students recognize their emotions nonverbally, creating a foundation for future coping strategies and self-expression for selective mutism.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up – Emoji Mood Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Teaching – What Is Anxiety?
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity – Body Sensations Exploration
8 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet – Anxiety Self-Check
5 minutes
Step 5
Closure – Key Takeaway
2 minutes
Script
Worksheet
Activity
Warm Up
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Plan
Build on Session 1 by helping the student identify personal anxiety triggers and practice a simple coping strategy nonverbally, fostering awareness and a sense of control.
Recognizing what sparks anxiety empowers the student to anticipate challenging moments and use coping tools, reducing stress and building confidence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up – Emoji Mood Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Teaching – Identifying Triggers
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity – Trigger Scenario Exploration
8 minutes
Step 4
Teaching – Simple Coping Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Closure – Key Takeaway & Next Steps
2 minutes
