Lesson Plan

Emotional First Aid Lesson Plan

Equip students with practical coping strategies to manage immediate emotional distress and promote resilience through active engagement and reflection.

Learning emotional coping mechanisms is vital for mental wellness. This lesson empowers students to navigate challenging moments and build a healthier mindset.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Objectives

5 minutes

Step 2

Presentation of Coping Strategies

15 minutes

Step 3

Guided Practice Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Recap and Q&A

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Emotional First Aid: Coping Strategies

Introduce the topic of emotional first aid and explain why coping strategies are important. Emphasize that these strategies help manage immediate distress and build resilience.

Deep Breathing Technique

Explain the concept of deep breathing. Include demonstration and encourage students to follow along.

Positive Self-Talk

Discuss positive self-talk. Highlight its importance in challenging negative thought patterns during stressful moments.

Mindfulness Practice

Introduce mindfulness as a practice to anchor the present moment. Consider guiding the class through a short mindfulness exercise if time permits.

Guided Practice Activity

Encourage the students to participate in a guided activity. Ask them to pair up or follow along as you lead a short session on one chosen coping strategy (e.g., deep breathing).

Worksheet Activity

Provide an overview of the worksheet activity. Remind students to reflect on personal triggers and appropriate coping strategies.

Recap and Q&A

Wrap up the session by summarizing key points. Open the floor for any questions or discussions to ensure clarity of the concepts discussed.

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Worksheet

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Emotional First Aid: Coping Strategies for Tough Times

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