Emotional &
Mental Health

Empower students to take ownership of their emotional and mental well-being with a skills-based approach. Here are a few ideas for potential lesson topics: 

• Analyze how influences impact self-esteem, confidence, and ability to cope with difficult events - Analyzing Influences
• Access valid information and care concerning mental illness - Accessing Valid Information and Services

• Build interpersonal skills to express emotions in a healthy way and nurture a strong community - Interpersonal Communication Skills 
• Identify and practice emotionally and mentally healthy habits - Self-Management

• Practice advocating for personal Mental Health and Mental Illness awareness - Advocacy

Explore our blog posts related to Emotional and Mental Health: 

• Self-Esteem and Confidence, the Ultimate Health Skills

• Resource Spotlight: Mental Illness Advocacy

• The Mental Health Myth We NEED To Stop Teaching

• How To Use Inside Out In Your Classroom

Here are a few videos to help you and your students better understand Emotional and Mental Health concepts: 

• What is Emotional & Mental Health? 

• What is Emotional & Mental Health? - Animated 

• How Stress Affects Your Body and Mind

• Stress Management Strategies: Ways to Unwind

• We All Have Mental Health

Be sure to download the following free resources related to Emotional and Mental Health: 

• Intro to Health Bundle
• Free Boom Card Activity
• Health Choice Board
• The Power of Gratitude 
• The Wellness Wheel
• Coping Skills Mental Health Activity