Create Coping Skills Champions 11 Week Lesson Plan

If you want to run a small group to teach kids coping skills, here’s a sample 11 week lesson plan for you to use. Each week has a fair amount of material to cover. These topics can be expanded if you have more time, or the curriculum can be shortened if you only have a few minutes each week. The lessons focus on one type of coping skill at a time. You don't have to complete the entire coping skills checklist during one meeting. You can do the corresponding section of the coping skills checklist as you progress through the course (e.g., do the physical section of the checklist when you begin working on physical coping skills).Before group begins, send home a letter to the parents explaining what the group is about and to get permission either through an opt in or an opt out letter. I’ve included samples of both for you to use.At the beginning of each group, start with a check in sheet to get an idea of how your students are feeling that day. Practice the coping skill of the day. After y