Lesson Plan
Coping Skills Lesson Plan
Students will learn and practice three coping strategies to manage anxiety and create a personalized calm toolbox for self-regulation.
New 9th graders often face transition anxiety. This lesson equips them with practical tools to calm their minds, boost confidence, and foster resilience in a supportive group setting.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Norm Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Reading & Comprehension
10 minutes
Step 3
Discussion of Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 4
Create Your Calm Toolbox
15 minutes
Step 5
Share & Reflect
5 minutes

Slide Deck
What’s Your Calm Toolbox?
Session Objectives
Reading Activity
Discussion: Coping Strategies
Activity: Create Your Calm Toolbox
Share & Reflect

Reading


Activity

