Grade level: 7th

In this lesson, students will learn what mental health is, and characteristics of a mentally healthy person. They will explore multiple ways to keep mentally healthy. Students will also learn what positive self-talk is, and how to turn negative self-talk into positive self-talk. There is a worksheet that students can complete as they move through this lesson.

For students

• Tell us what you thought of this activity.
• What is mental health? lesson worksheet
• Mental health action plan worksheet
• Mental health resources for families and educators handout

For educators

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• What is mental health? lesson educator guide
• What is mental health? lesson worksheet
• Mental health action plan worksheet
• Mental health resources for families and educators handout

For parents and caregivers

• Tell us what you thought of this activity.
• Mental health resources for families and educators handout