A gentle and engaging lesson for first graders to identify feelings of anger and learn three simple 'cool down' strategies through interactive activities.
A lesson focused on establishing clear boundaries and accountability for iPad and YouTube usage, using a 'Tech Pilot' theme to frame digital responsibility.
A social-emotional learning lesson for grades 1-3 that uses a workshop metaphor to teach the four components of a sincere apology: saying sorry, owning the mistake, making restitution, and planning for change.
A movement-based social-emotional learning lesson where students board a virtual train to explore facial expressions and social cues at different 'Feeling Stations'.
A brief, 10-minute social-emotional learning lesson focused on building resilience and processing emotions after experiencing rejection from a family member. Students learn to identify their feelings, use self-affirmations as a 'shield,' and identify a support network of trusted adults.
A quick 20-minute session for K-4 students to identify anger triggers and practice immediate 'cooling' strategies including deep breathing, physical movement, and positive self-talk.
A heartwarming lesson for K-2 students exploring empathy and social interconnectedness through the metaphor of an 'invisible string' that connects us all. Students will visualize community bonds through a collaborative yarn activity and reflect on their personal connections.
A social-emotional learning and geometry lesson for K-1 students where they create a collaborative 'Kindness Quilt'. Students explore the concept of symmetry through art while building community by documenting acts of kindness.
A mini-lesson exploring self-respect and heritage inspired by the book 'Eyes that Kiss in the Corners'. Students engage in partner interviews and create self-portraits that celebrate their unique features.
A 20-minute social-emotional learning lesson for K-4 students focusing on self-control using the Stoplight and Circle of Control metaphors. Students learn to distinguish between what they can and cannot control and practice pausing before acting.
A comprehensive lesson on identifying frustration triggers and developing early-intervention coping strategies. Students learn to categorize frustration levels and match them with appropriate tools to maintain emotional regulation.
A SEL lesson for K-5 students using sports metaphors to transform negative self-talk into supportive affirmations. Students identify their 'Inner Critic' and build an 'Inner Coach' playbook for moments of self-doubt.
The second of two 30-minute sessions for 6th grade. Focusing on 'Restart' themes, students build a legacy of advocacy and create a school-wide 'Legacy Pledge' for inclusion.