Introduce the lesson and mention that the content in this slide will help the student understand feelings of stress. Focus on text descriptions to illustrate a relaxed versus busy environment.

Discuss what stress is by describing a character who may feel overwhelmed. Explain that stress is a reaction to situations that feel too much to handle.

Describe common stress triggers using relatable examples, such as a cluttered desk, too many homework assignments, or a loud, noisy environment. This encourages the student to think of similar situations in their own life.

List and describe simple coping strategies to make the ideas more concrete for the student.

Guide the student through a step-by-step deep breathing exercise with descriptive cues, eliminating the need for visual images.

Summarize the lesson with a focus on how simple text descriptions and strategies can help manage stress during everyday challenges including the MCAS exam.