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Which subject	Health
What topic	mental health
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 6
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Mental Health

Objectives

To understand the concept of mental health.
To identify common mental health issues among students.
To discuss strategies for maintaining good mental health.
To create a supportive classroom environment for discussing mental health.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Printed worksheets on mental health facts and coping strategies
Post-it notes
A selection of mental health-related videos (optional)
Access to mental health resources (websites, pamphlets)

Grade/Age Group

Year 6 (11-12 years old)

Subject

Health Education

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) curriculum requirements that focus on mental health awareness and emotional well-being.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Briefly introduce the topic of mental health. Ask students what they know about the subject.
2	Discussion on Mental Health	10 mins	Facilitate a class discussion on what mental health means and its importance. Use examples.
3	Identifying Issues	5 mins	Provide scenarios of common mental health issues (e.g., anxiety, stress) for students to analyse.
4	Coping Strategies	5 mins	Introduce various coping strategies (e.g., relaxation techniques, talking to someone).
5	Group Activity	3 mins	In pairs, students discuss what strategies work for them. Write down ideas on post-it notes.
6	Class Reflection	2 mins	Invite students to share one of their coping strategies anonymously by placing their post-its on the board.
7	Conclusion and Homework	2 mins	Summarize the lesson. Assign homework: students create a personal mental health plan using provided worksheet. Check homework for understanding without presentations.

Assessment

Monitor participation during discussions.
Review completed worksheets and post-it notes for understanding of material.

Homework

Students will complete a worksheet to develop a personal mental health plan, to be submitted in the next lesson for feedback. No student presentations are required for this task.

Additional Notes

Create a safe space for students to express their thoughts and feelings.
Ensure to provide resources for students who may need additional support regarding mental health.

Considerations

Be sensitive to students who may be experiencing mental health issues.
Encourage openness and confidentiality within the classroom.