Stressed Sloth Lesson Plans

The Stressed Sloth lesson plan offers fun, hands-on activities that teach children how to slow down and manage overwhelming feelings using the 5-4-3-2-1 calming strategy. Inspired by the Stressed Sloth story, this engaging 18-page digital download helps kids recognize stress and discover simple ways to feel more in control—just like Sloth!

Perfect for classroom use, therapy groups, or home learning, this lesson plan helps children:

• Explore emotions through the Stressed Sloth story

• Learn the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory countdown to calm the mind and body

• Reflect on personal experiences with guided writing prompts

• Participate in group discussions that build self-awareness and empathy

• Use calming crafts like the "Cloud Mobile" to reinforce strategies

• Practice mindfulness through fun activities like sheep-counting and sensory check-ins

This is a 22 page high-resolution digital download pdf.