Day 3: Connecting personal identity to ancestry, heritage, and the land through the story of Xihuitl and the Identity Adjective Codex.
A creative arts-integrated lesson where 7th graders explore the concept of compassion by illustrating a peer-focused scenario through sequential visual storytelling. Students practice perspective-taking and identify concrete ways to show empathy in their daily lives.
A 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson for 8th graders focused on self-reflection and personal growth. Students use a structured rubric to assess their current mindsets and set a concrete goal for attitude improvement.
A comprehensive system for defining and maintaining a positive learning environment through a color-coded behavior framework. This lesson introduces students to green, yellow, and red behaviors with clear expectations and reflection tools.
A foundational lesson on global geography focusing on identifying and labeling the seven continents using visual cues and spatial relationships.
A gentle, 15-minute social-emotional learning lesson for preschoolers focused on identifying sadness and practicing two simple coping strategies: talking to a trusted adult and 'Bubble Breaths'.
A restorative justice unit for elementary students focusing on the impact of theft and dishonesty on community trust, featuring informational text, a relatable narrative, and reflective writing projects.
A rapid-fire 20-minute social-emotional learning session using Inside Out to help students identify their current 'Core Emotion' and learn one quick regulation tool. Perfect for short advisory periods or morning meetings.
A comprehensive lesson on respect for K-4 students, focusing on the Golden Rule and the 'ripple effect' of kind actions. Includes a visual slide deck, teacher's guide, student worksheet, anchor chart, and small group activity cards.
Reviewing all tools and creating a personalized 'Mission Plan' for classroom success.
Learning how to use fidgets and sensory tools appropriately for focus.