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Fifth Grade
LESSON
Four
Mental Health Advocacy Projects
60 minutes
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Lesson Overview
Students will continue working in groups on their advocacy projects, using most of the class time to complete and present them. The lesson will conclude with a meditation session to support mental health by addressing stress and anxiety.
Lesson Objectives
- Understand and recognize stigmas about mental health.
- Express the importance of mental health in our school community through an advocacy project.
Materials
Handouts
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how to prepare for this lesson
In this lesson, students will complete work on their Mental Health Advocacy Projects. Groups should have their Mental Health Advocacy Project Handouts completed and out for reference. Depending on what type of projects students chose at the end of last lesson, have available project materials out and ready for students to use. While students are working, you may choose to leave Slide 5 (mental health supports at school) up for their reference. Allow for 25 minutes for students to complete their projects. Be sure to leave enough time for students to present.
This lesson will end with a meditation focused on mental wellness. Please ensure to pre-check video before class, as internet policies may vary among schools, to ensure accessibility. Students will use their Feelings Wheel Handouts at the end of the meditation to reflect on how they are feeling.