Lesson Plan
Trigger Discovery Plan
Students will identify personal behavioral triggers and develop tailored coping strategies through guided reflection, mapping, and peer discussion.
Understanding triggers empowers students to manage emotions proactively, reducing disruptive behaviors and building a supportive classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Trigger Identification
10 minutes
Step 3
Mapping Personal Triggers
8 minutes
Step 4
Coping Strategy Brainstorm
5 minutes
Step 5
Peer Sharing Circle
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Understanding Triggers
What Is a Trigger?
Why Understanding Triggers Helps
Examples of Common Triggers
Your Personal Triggers
Next Step: Trigger Mapping
Worksheet
Journal
Discussion
