Teaches physical strategies for regulation, including progressive muscle relaxation and movement-based 'calm breaks'.
A high-energy lesson for 2nd graders that uses the excitement of professional basketball to teach essential social-emotional skills: following multi-step directions and accepting a 'no' with a positive attitude. Students learn that being a 'pro' means mastering the playbook of respect and discipline.
A playful, interactive small group lesson where 1st graders use puppets to explore how two people can feel very differently about the exact same situation. Students will practice identifying cues and explaining diverse emotional responses.
A hands-on social-emotional learning lesson based on 'Beautiful Oops' that teaches students to embrace mistakes as opportunities for creativity and growth.
A focused 30-minute introductory lesson on active listening skills, featuring a lab-themed facilitator guide, instructional slides, and a student practice report.
A fast-paced, interactive lesson focused on identifying non-verbal social cues like body language and facial expressions. Students act as 'Social Detectives' to decode how others are feeling in various scenarios.
A 40-minute SEL lesson for K-1 students on solving social and behavioral problems using a 'Toolbox' of strategies. Students learn to handle hurt feelings and classroom conflicts through a hands-on craft activity.
A foundational lesson on whole-body listening and responding to immediate verbal cues like 'Stop' and 'Go' through interactive games and visual check-ins.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 1st graders focused on identifying emotions and selecting coping strategies, themed around "Emotion Engineers" with a focus on problem-solving and building resilience.
This lesson equips students with the power of 'I-Statements' to express their feelings and needs clearly and respectfully, fostering effective communication without blame. Through guided practice and scenario role-playing, students learn to articulate their experiences, enhancing self-advocacy and reducing misunderstandings.
A gentle transition lesson designed for Pre-K to 1st grade to address the mixed emotions of moving to a new grade. Includes a read-aloud story, a drawing reflection, and visual aids to help students process nerves and sadness while celebrating their growth.
This lesson introduces students to the concepts of expected and unexpected behaviors through the lens of being 'Behavior Detectives.' Students will learn how behaviors impact others' thoughts and feelings and how to identify clues in different social situations.
Explores social expectations in the cafeteria, including mealtime etiquette, safety, and maintaining a positive communal space.
Focuses on identifying expected and unexpected behaviors within the classroom environment, emphasizing learning readiness and social harmony.
A 30-40 minute SEL lesson for 1st graders focused on defining kindness, identifying kind acts, and reflecting on how to grow kindness in the classroom 'garden'. Includes a movement hook, instructional slides, and a creative reflection activity.
Students explore their personal strengths and emotional resilience through a 'Legendary Hero' themed craft and activity. They will identify their unique talents and learn how to use these strengths to navigate various emotions.
