Lesson 2: Exercise

Silhouette of two cyclists

Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To learn the stress-managing benefit of exercise and explore types of exercise. Materials needed: Internet access, exercise clothing, tennis shoes, music Introduction “We have been talking about work-related stress. We discovered reasons for […]

Lesson 3: Group Fitness / Team Sports

Individuals wearing team jerseys embrace in a team huddle

Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To learn the stress-managing benefit of social exercise and explore opportunities to participate. Materials needed: Internet access, planner, group exercise class, exercise clothing, tennis shoes Introduction “Last session, we talked about exercise to […]

Lesson 4: Independent Leisure Activities

Close-up of a pottery wheel and hands

Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To learn and practice independent leisure activities in order to reduce stress levels. Materials needed: Internet access, materials specific to student’s leisure interests Introduction “Suppose you have an hour at home before you […]

Lesson 5: Social Activities

Group of individuals talking and laughing

Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To examine social needs and determine enjoyable group activities. Materials needed: Internet access Introduction “Our current unit topic is learning to manage stress levels. We’ve discussed spending time alone on personal interests and […]

Lesson 6: Friendship

Two individuals laughing and snacking on a couch

Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To learn appropriate social skills for maintaining a friendship. Materials needed: Accessible board game Introduction “Last time we met, we learned about group recreational activities. Today we are going to look at proper […]