Students learn to activate their North Star 'Star Power' by managing testing jitters, using the 'Power of Yet', and mastering strategic tools to stay calm and focused during the NJSLA.
A comprehensive lesson focused on identifying and navigating complex social situations through narrative case studies and practical communication strategies.
Introducing and practicing the four specific coping strategies: deep breathing, outside breaks, sensory toys, and art.
Focused on identifying the physical and emotional 'early warning signs' of dysregulation, such as anxiety and frustration.
A lesson focused on building school community and practicing gratitude through student-led kindness initiatives. Students identify positive traits in the adults around them and deliver personalized 'Kindness Connections' strips to show appreciation.
A mindfulness lesson for 3rd graders that uses a nature-themed metaphor to help students distinguish between distracting thoughts and focused attention. Students learn to 'catch' their focus fireflies and let their distraction moths flutter away.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 5th graders focused on navigating interactions with adults through active listening, appropriate communication, and respecting personal space.
A comprehensive counseling lesson for 3rd-5th graders focusing on the intersection of friendship, mindful communication, and personal responsibility. Students learn to cultivate healthy relationships through the metaphor of a garden.
A lesson introducing growth vs. fixed mindset through academic and social scenarios with a focus on reframing thoughts.
A foundational lesson designed to help students define grief, identify its various causes, and recognize the diverse emotional, physical, and cognitive reactions it can trigger. This lesson builds empathy and emotional literacy through reading and guided discussion.