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Which subject	Health
What topic	Low self esteem
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 10
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Low Self-Esteem

Subject

Health

Topic

Low Self-Esteem

Grade/Age Group

Year 10

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

National Curriculum Correspondence

This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Health Education, focusing on mental well-being, emotional health, and self-awareness.

Objectives

• Define low self-esteem and understand its causes and effects.
• Identify personal beliefs about self-worth and recognise negative self-talk.
• Develop strategies to improve self-esteem and foster a positive self-image.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• "Low Self-Esteem" handouts (including definitions, causes, and strategies)
• Sticky notes
• Pens or pencils
• Projector (optional, for showing a video or presentation)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic of low self-esteem. Engage students with a question about personal experiences related to self-esteem.
2	Definition and Discussion	10 minutes	Present definitions and examples of low self-esteem. Facilitate a discussion on its causes and effects. Write key points on the whiteboard.
3	Identifying Negative Self-Talk	5 minutes	Ask students to take a sticky note and write down one negative thought they may have about themselves (anonymously). Collect notes and discuss common themes.
4	Strategies for Improvement	5 minutes	Share practical strategies for improving self-esteem (e.g., positive affirmations, challenging negative thoughts). Distribute handouts summarising these strategies.
5	Conclusion and Homework	5 minutes	Recap key points discussed in the lesson. Assign homework: write a personal reflection on self-esteem, including one negative belief and how to challenge it. Remind students that homework will be submitted without presentations.

Homework

• Write a personal reflection focusing on one negative belief about yourself and develop a strategy to challenge it.
• Submit the homework for review without presenting in front of the class.

Assessment

• Monitor student participation during discussions.
• Review homework for understanding and application of concepts learned in class.

Additional Notes

• Encourage a supportive environment where students can feel safe sharing their feelings.
• Be mindful of any students who may require additional support or resources related to self-esteem issues.

Lesson script