Lesson Plan

Mind Matters: Navigating Emotions Lesson Plan

Introduce students to mental health basics and emotional self-management, and equip them with strategies to recognize and regulate their emotions.

Understanding mental health fosters emotional resilience and coping skills, crucial for navigating the challenges of adolescence.

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Materials

Prep

Preparation and Material Review

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Setting the Stage

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity: Recognizing and Managing Emotions

20 minutes

Step 3

Conclusion and Reflection

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Mind Matters: Navigating Emotions

Introduce the session and excite students about what they're about to learn. Mention that today's focus is on mental health and developing skills in emotional self-management.

What is Mental Health?

Define mental health and discuss why it is especially important for teenagers. Ask students for initial thoughts.

Emotional Self-Management

Emphasize the importance of emotional self-management and introduce the concept. Encourage interactive thinking.

Recognizing Emotions

Present specific scenarios that depict common adolescent emotional experiences. Ask the students to identify and analyze the emotions involved.

Interactive Group Discussion

Guide small group discussions by asking students to share personal coping strategies. Encourage them to consider different perspectives.

Conclusion & Reflection

Summarize the session and invite reflections from the students. Provide guidance on where they can find additional support if needed.

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Activity

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Mind Matters: Navigating Emotions

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Patricia Bailey

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