Introduce the lesson by sharing the title and topic. Let students know that today's session is about understanding and coping with school anxiety in a calm and confident way.

Explain the warm-up activity. Emphasize that everyone’s words are welcome and that this is a judgment free zone. Encourage them to write one word about how they feel today.

Discuss what anxiety is in simple terms. Use everyday examples that the 4th graders can relate to, such as feeling nervous before a test or a new school day.

Show visuals (or drawings) representing how anxiety can feel in the body (e.g., heart racing, sweaty palms). Ask students to share if they've ever felt something similar.

Introduce coping strategies. Invite students to share ways they might calm down during anxious moments. Remind them of the strategies outlined in the Anxiety Coping Activity Guide.

Explain the interactive activity where students will use post-it notes to write down new ideas or things they've done to overcome anxiety. Encourage sharing and group discussion.

Guide a cool-down reflection, asking each student to share one takeaway from the session. Reaffirm that feeling anxious is normal and there are ways to manage those feelings.

Conclude with positivity. Leave students feeling reassured that they can handle their feelings and that it's okay to have them. End on an encouraging note.