Teaching students about mental health helps them understand that health is not limited to how they feel physically. When students understand what mental health is and why it is important, they are able to recognize when they need to manage their mental health or ask for help, the same way they would if they were experiencing problems such as, a headache, stomach ache or a skinned knee. This lesson is designed to introduce students to the concept of mental health and allow them to explore ways to help them manage their mental health. 

This lesson, When I Feel... can be adapted to fit any elementary or middle school classroom. Age it up or down with your choice of books and vocabulary!

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