A comprehensive 60-minute lesson on active listening and 'I' statements to help students navigate social interactions and resolve conflicts respectfully.
A simplified, high-engagement introduction to friendship for Kindergarten students. Focused on the basic concepts of sharing, taking turns, and recognizing happy/sad faces through 'Kindness Cub' characters.
A foundational social-emotional learning lesson focused on building strong friendships through active listening, empathy, and intentional kindness. Students will learn to recognize feelings in others and practice specific behaviors that show they care.
A comprehensive workshop for parents and caregivers focused on maintaining student and family mental health during the summer transition, featuring practical tools for creating routines and fostering connection.
A comprehensive workshop for parents and caregivers focused on building self-esteem in teens and themselves through positive habits, modeling, and family-wide engagement.
A high-energy SEL lesson focused on mastering the Boys Town skill of Showing Appreciation. Students explore the nuances of verbal versus written gratitude through a dynamic 'Wheel of Gratitude' card game and practical application.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the differences between healthy and unhealthy friendship dynamics through sorting activities, scenario analysis, and personal reflection. Students will learn to identify 'green flags' and 'red flags' in social connections.
A comprehensive guide for the facilitator covering program goals, weekly objectives, and session-by-session instructional notes.
A lesson focused on identifying social cues like humor, unavailability, and negative peer behavior through historical context and practical scenarios.
A lesson for 4th graders on empathy and respect, focusing on understanding diverse processing speeds and valuing quiet thinkers.
An interactive lesson where students become 'Agents of Cooperation' to solve complex teamwork challenges through task cards and group discussion.
A small group social-emotional learning lesson focusing on the Circle of Control. Students learn to distinguish between what they can and cannot influence through the metaphor of a Mission Control dashboard.
A social skills lesson focused on identifying and imitating body language and gestures to improve social connection and communication. Students learn the 'Mirroring Magic' technique to build rapport and understanding.
A lesson focused on understanding executive functioning skills and developing self-advocacy strategies to manage organizational challenges. Students learn to identify their own cognitive strengths and advocate for the specific tools they need to succeed.
A reflective lesson focused on reinforcing positive behavior and expectations during morning auditorium procedures for middle school students.
Facing fears and trying new things. A year-end reflection on being brave in both big and small ways.