Using 'Word Power' to build others up. Students distinguish between 'Word Weapons' (hurtful) and 'Word Shields' (supportive) and practice kind phrases for 2nd-grade situations.
An introductory lesson and hands-on project where students identify moments of appreciation and create botanical-themed contributions for a school-wide display.
A Social-Emotional Learning lesson for 1st and 2nd graders focusing on impulse control and patience during the high-energy end-of-the-school-year period. Students learn 'parachute strategies' to slow down their reactions when they feel restless or eager.
This lesson prepares students for the transition to summer by helping them build a personalized 'Chill Kit' of coping strategies. Students will identify sensory, cognitive, and physical tools to manage emotions independently during the unstructured summer months.
A social-emotional learning lesson that uses a bridge metaphor to help K-5 students navigate the transition to a new grade level by reflecting on growth and looking forward to the future.
A social-emotional and persuasive writing lesson where second graders reflect on their school year to mentor incoming students through letters and survival guides. Students 'level up' their scout rank by sharing the wisdom they've gained with the next class.
A supplemental lesson for 2nd graders to understand hate speech, its connection to bullying, and its impact on school safety.
Develops skills for balanced conversation, focusing on waiting for pauses and using visual cues to take turns.
Teaches students to recognize and respect personal boundaries and physical space within their desk area and the classroom.
Focuses on the importance of active listening and immediate response to adult instructions in the classroom.
A lesson focused on developing strategy fluency and automaticity in selecting coping tools through interactive games and poster creation. Students will practice rapid recall of positive self-talk, grounding, and physical coping mechanisms.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning lesson for a 2nd-grade student focusing on self-awareness and inhibitory control through the use of a sensory kick band. This lesson includes a detailed facilitator script, a student workbook, and a progress tracking system.
A functional math and life skills simulation where students navigate a space-themed market to practice budgeting, currency management, and categorizing needs versus wants.
A simplified version of the upstander lesson for grades 1-2, focusing on 'Heart Heroes' and simple ways to help friends.
The final mission. Focuses on taking responsibility for your own happiness and graduates students as Master Explorers.
Helps kids see things from a parent's view. Introduces the 'Family Team' and how to build trust at home.
Teaches how to find a 'Both-Win' solution during a fight. Focuses on sharing and being a peacemaker.
Explores how to pick good teammates. Uses the 'Relationship Bank' to teach about kindness and trust.
Teaches kind and clear speaking. Introduces 'I-messages' as a way to send helpful signals to others.
Focuses on active listening. Students learn to use their 'Listening Ears' and 'Heart' to understand others.
Teaches that mistakes are just part of the trail. Introduces the power of the word 'YET' to keep moving forward.