A comprehensive lesson for 6th-grade IEP students connecting academic skills (reading, writing, math) to essential life functions like navigation, budgeting, employment, and cooking. Through a 'Life Quest' theme, students explore how classroom learning prepares them for independence.

A collection of resources for a Wellbeing Officer to support a Year 3 student experiencing grief, focusing on emotional normalization and creating a safe space for communication.

A comprehensive introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the use of the 7-column thought record. This lesson helps adult learners identify, challenge, and reframe automatic negative thoughts to improve emotional well-being.

An introductory lesson for adult leaders on systems thinking, focusing on the Iceberg Model to solve complex organizational and community problems by addressing root causes rather than symptoms.

A toolkit for paraprofessionals to teach K-3 students executive functioning strategies for sustained attention during the distracting spring season.

Focuses on building the internal resilience and external strategies needed for a successful professional pivot. Includes mindfulness practices, coping mechanisms for anxiety, boundary setting, and structured career goal planning.

A comprehensive 90-minute session designed to help adults navigate career pathways and master the basics of professional networking through a blueprint-themed approach.

A transition lesson for 4th graders moving into 5th grade, focusing on the shift to being 'the big kids' on campus, increased academic independence, and leadership roles.

A comprehensive lesson on financial literacy focusing on compound interest, retirement accounts, and stock market ROI through scenario-based practice and data analysis.

A social-emotional learning lesson for kindergarteners that uses the metaphor of 'inner weather' to help students identify, understand, and regulate their emotions through hands-on activities.

A collection of visual CBT processing tools designed to help students identify the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This lesson includes developmentally appropriate worksheets for K-3 and 4-6 students, along with a reference guide and teacher instructions.

A 90-minute workshop on navigating feedback anxiety, responding with composure, and managing everyday stress through practical tools and frameworks.

This lesson identifies the common signs of losing focus and provides clear, non-cheesy strategies for students to reset their work momentum and ask for support when needed.

A gentle introduction to identifying and expressing the emotion of fear through creative activity and discussion.

Students explore the expectations for a bus-based field trip to the zoo, covering bus safety, venue respect, and the 'Stop and Look' rule for separation through Sam's zoo adventure.

Students learn the specific expectations for a walking field trip, including the 'Bubble Buddy' system, walking feet, and indoor voices, as they follow Sam's journey to the local library.

A lesson for kindergarten students to identify and distinguish between good and bad manners in various social settings like the playground, classroom, and lunchroom.

A foundational lesson for K-1 students on 'Whole Body Listening' using a superhero theme to make active listening engaging and memorable.

A 90-minute workshop designed for adults to explore their personal strengths and areas for growth. This lesson uses simplified SWOT analysis to help participants build self-awareness, recognize external support systems, and set achievable personal goals.

High-intensity support for chronically absent students (missing 10%+). Focuses on root-cause analysis, family casework, and removing systemic barriers through community collaboration.

Identifying students at risk (missing 5-9% of school) and implementing early-warning interventions like Check-In/Check-Out and personalized success mapping.

An introductory lesson on the neuroscience of impulse control, teaching teens about the PFC, Amygdala, and Dopamine reward systems through interactive acting and case studies.

Establishing universal attendance expectations, building a culture of belonging, and communicating the "Every Minute Matters" philosophy to students and families.

A gentle lesson designed to help 2nd graders develop a mental 'safe space' visualization to manage stress during transitions or changes in their environment.

A social-emotional lesson for grades K-5 focused on the "Urbie Cares & Shares" program. Students learn that being part of a community means both receiving support when needed and contributing back to keep the community strong.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the bi-directional relationship between gut health and mental well-being, specifically tailored for high schoolers in therapeutic settings. The lesson covers the enteric nervous system, the impact of nutrition, hydration, and substances on mood, energy, and cognitive function.

A collection of visual tools and activities designed for kindergarteners to independently manage big emotions using simple, effective calming strategies.

A practical lesson on understanding credit score rankings and the mathematical reality of credit card interest and late fees. Students identify score categories and perform monthly interest calculations.

A social-emotional learning lesson for K-4th graders focused on the 'ripple effect' of kind gestures. Students learn how individual actions impact their classroom and the local Lowell community.

A gentle mindfulness lesson for Pre-K and Kindergarten students that uses water metaphors to teach self-regulation and grounding techniques. Students explore physical sensations of restlessness and practice returning to a state of calm through rhythmic breathing.

A 30-minute high school lesson designed to foster empathy and appreciation for school staff by exploring shared challenges and successes through storytelling and a collaborative mural.

A lesson focused on executive functioning skills, specifically prioritizing tasks using the Eisenhower Matrix and organizing them into a daily block schedule for maximum efficiency.

A focused lesson on executive functioning skills, specifically teaching students how to prioritize tasks using the Eisenhower Matrix and translate those priorities into a functional visual schedule.

A middle school lesson exploring the critical differences between playful teasing and harmful bullying, grounded in Second Step definitions of power imbalance, intent, and repetition.

A restorative activity focused on helping a 2nd grade student reflect on exclusionary behavior and create a plan for repair while maintaining self-esteem.

A comprehensive lesson designed for 12th-grade special education students to master essential time management skills needed for the transition to college, focusing on planners, project chunking, and procrastination strategies.

An executive functioning workshop focused on helping students visualize and manage the small transitions (micro-moments) throughout their school day using a cartography-inspired mapping system.

Session 3 of the Heart Helpers program focused on identifying school-based emotions through the Popsicle Break interactive sharing activity.

This lesson builds on 'Reading the Room' by teaching students the 'Pivot Protocol'—the ability to shift behavior once a social cue is detected. Students will practice matching their internal energy to the environment, understanding expected vs. unexpected reactions, and using flexible thinking to navigate social shifts.

This lesson helps students distinguish between 'mean' behavior and 'bullying' by analyzing intent, frequency, and power dynamics through interactive scenarios and discussion.

A deep dive into the neuroscience of gratitude, exploring how thankfulness triggers chemical changes in the brain and strengthens neural pathways for long-term well-being. Students will map their own 'gratitude circuits' and practice evidence-based techniques to rewire their thinking.

A social work intervention focusing on overcoming task initiation barriers for high school students with ADHD. This lesson provides tactical strategies to bridge the gap between intention and action.

A comprehensive lesson designed for young adults to evaluate the health and balance of their friendships, focusing on identifying one-sided dynamics and practicing strategies for healthy reciprocity in both digital and in-person interactions.

A preparation lesson for students to practice self-advocacy and speaking skills ahead of their field trip to the Massachusetts State House. Students will build a personalized question for Representative Sean Garballey.

A social-emotional learning lesson for 7th graders focused on identifying risks, evaluating consequences, and practicing the decision-making process in social, digital, and physical environments.

A high-impact lesson for high school students on managing digital dopamine loops during stressful periods like finals and AP exams. Students will learn the neurobiology of craving and practical 'dialing' techniques to protect their focus and mental health.

A lesson centered on the book 'The Juice Box Bully', teaching 2nd graders to distinguish between one-time mean acts and repeated bullying behavior through class discussion and scenario analysis.

Kindergarten through 2nd grade students explore emotional regulation by comparing feelings to weather patterns and learning 'forecast' strategies to manage internal storms.

A social skills lesson for teens and adults focused on building a consistent system for maintaining friendships through digital and personal 'reach out' schedules.

A supportive final session for counseling groups focused on reflecting on interpersonal growth, shared experiences, and the process of saying goodbye.