Students learn and practice using 'I-statements' and assertive communication to clearly state their needs to trusted adults.
A social-emotional learning lesson focusing on identifying and managing frustration when things don't go as planned in the classroom, using a comic strip scenario.
A comprehensive lesson on conflict resolution for grades 3-5, using the metaphor of bridge-building to teach "I" statements, empathy, and compromise.
A character-building lesson centered around a board game where students navigate real-life scenarios to practice taking ownership of their actions and choices.
A lesson designed to help newcomer Portuguese students and native English speakers master the art of assertive communication using 'I' statements in classroom settings.
A lesson focused on identifying emotional zones and selecting appropriate self-regulation strategies for classroom and social scenarios.
A lesson designed to help students identify and understand the physical signals their bodies send during different emotional states, using a 'Signal Scouts' theme to encourage self-awareness and emotional regulation.
A comprehensive training session for school counselors on teaching effective grounding techniques to students, focusing on sensory, movement, nature-based, and breathing strategies.
Students learn and practice specific strategies for task initiation, self-monitoring, and independence to finish their 'game' strong.
Students learn to choreograph their success by setting specific, manageable goals using dance and theater metaphors.
Students identify 'Time Robbers' (distractions) that interfere with work completion and develop defensive strategies to stay on task.
Students identify their executive functioning 'stats' by recognizing their strengths and areas for growth using a 'Scouting Report' metaphor.
Focuses on future-oriented thinking and the "Miracle Morning." Solidifies the home-school connection and celebrates small wins with a "Gold Medal" mindset.
Focuses on developing specific coping skills and "routines" for the transition. Uses the metaphor of "spotting" and "flexibility" to manage big emotions in the morning.
