Eighth graders learn that mental and emotional wellness matters just as much as physical health — understanding that all feelings are normal, practicing healthy coping and self-care, staying connected, and knowing that asking for help is a sign of strength.
Students will be able to…
We take care of our bodies — but what about our minds? Emotional wellness means caring for your feelings, and knowing everyone needs support sometimes. How do you take care of your mental health?
Project this and tap each idea. Have students explore emotional wellness, healthy coping, connection, and asking for help.
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We care for our bodies — what about our minds and feelings?
Students learn.
Students practice.
Students apply.
Students close.
Aligned to SHAPE America National Health Education Standards.
Comprehend concepts of mental and emotional health.
Practice behaviors that support wellbeing.
Use communication skills to ask for help.
Access valid support and resources.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students list two self-care habits and one trusted person they can talk to when they need support. A printable wellness sheet is in the PE & Health library.
Tap a card to flip it, then rate whether you knew it. Built from this lesson’s vocabulary.
A quick self-check with instant feedback, drawn from this lesson’s key terms.
A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.