A set of supportive resources designed to help students identify personal barriers to school attendance and brainstorm actionable solutions through reflection and cost-benefit analysis.
A guided discussion lesson designed for a 7th-grade student with ADHD to explore the connection between impulsive actions and their consequences using the 'Ripple Effect' metaphor. This lesson focuses on self-awareness, the ADHD 'brain hijack,' and practical strategies for pausing before acting.
A hands-on lesson teaching students to identify their emotional zones and practice self-regulation strategies, specifically using 'break cards' to navigate the Yellow Zone.
A lesson teaching students to prioritize academic tasks and manage impulses using a 'Mission Control' theme, including a self-monitoring checklist and guided instruction.
A lesson focused on helping 4th-grade students recognize physical signs of anxiety, identify their personal triggers, and develop a toolkit of positive self-talk and relaxation strategies.
A high-engagement personal finance simulation where students use dice rolls to determine their life path, managing the resulting financial consequences and reflecting on the role of luck versus planning.
Addresses the impact of gossip and the importance of setting and respecting personal boundaries within a group.
Provides practical tools like 'I-statements' and compromise strategies to navigate disagreements with friends.
Explores assertive, passive, and aggressive communication styles, helping girls find their voice in social situations.
Focuses on identifying the qualities of healthy friendships and evaluating personal social circles through a 'vibe check' lens.
A collection of resources to help a first-grade student understand personal space, navigate classroom transitions, and build healthy boundaries with friends.
A small group social skills lesson focused on reciprocal conversation techniques using a Pokemon and Superhero training theme. Students practice active listening, follow-up questions, and reading nonverbal cues through role-playing scenarios.
A 30-minute counseling session for 5th graders focused on defining, building, and maintaining trust in friendships through games, discussion, and scenarios.