Lesson Plan

Conquering School Anxiety Plan

Students will learn and practice practical strategies to manage anxiety and reduce school avoidance by engaging in guided discussions and hands-on activities.

This lesson fosters emotional resilience and equips students with concrete tools to navigate anxiety, enhancing their overall well-being and school experience.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation for the Lesson

10 Minutes

Step 1

Warm Up and Introduction

5 Minutes

Step 2

Discussion Session

10 Minutes

Step 3

Activity Session

15 Minutes

Step 4

Cool Down and Reflection

5 Minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Conquering Anxiety Strategies

Introduce the topic and set the supportive tone for the session. Explain that today's session is about understanding and managing anxiety, especially concerning school.

What is Anxiety?

Describe what anxiety is in simple terms. Emphasize that feeling anxious is normal and that everyone experiences it sometimes.

Practical Strategies to Manage Anxiety

List out practical strategies in bulleted format that the students can use to manage anxiety. Talk through each point briefly.

Your Personal Coping Strategies

Guide students on the activity they will perform next, which involves listing their personal strategies. Emphasize that there's no right or wrong answer and that sharing is optional.

Session Recap & Takeaway

Summarize the session, reminding students of the strategies they learned. Encourage them to pick one technique to try out in school.

Cool Down and Reflect

End the presentation gently with relaxation cues, prompting students to feel calm. Optionally guide them in a brief deep breathing exercise if time allows.