Introduces the concept of executive functions as the 'Brain's Boss' and establishes the 2-minute rule for task initiation. Students learn why starting quickly is the hardest part of a task.
A 20-minute interactive lesson focused on the lasting impact of words on friendships, featuring a 'toothpaste' analogy and role-play scenarios to practice mindful communication.
A focused lesson on the seven Spiritual Works of Mercy, helping students identify and apply these acts of love to their daily lives.
The final session for a group of 4th-6th graders focused on setting SMART goals and breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps using a Mission Control theme.
A supportive one-on-one counseling session designed to welcome a student back after long-term truancy, focusing on rapport-building, identifying barriers, and collaborative goal-setting.
In this session, students identify personal stressors and participate in a tactile 'Stress Soup' activity to visualize the physical and emotional impact of cumulative stress. They then explore 'cooling' strategies to prevent overflow.
A small group lesson designed to help students navigate grief by identifying emotions, expressing feelings through art, and finding healthy ways to remember loved ones.
A supportive small-group session for students to express and process grief through a creative art activity and guided discussion.
A lesson focused on defining and understanding perseverance through creative coloring and a thematic maze activity.
A comprehensive set of resources designed to support a 5th grade student in developing positive self-talk, a growth mindset, and healthy peer relationships. includes specific IEP goal language, student worksheets, and instructional slides.
A 30-minute secret-agent themed lesson for 5th and 6th graders that defines integrity and challenges students to make the right choice when no one is watching through interactive scenarios and a reflection dossier.
This lesson provides a comprehensive toolkit for managing sibling rivalry during play, including a social story, role-playing activities, and a multi-session tracking system to improve interpersonal dynamics.