A collection of intake and referral forms for school counseling programs, focused on building a holistic understanding of a student's social-emotional needs through student, teacher, and parent perspectives.
A 45-minute intervention lesson for 5th graders focusing on practical organizational systems for lockers and binders to reduce stress and improve efficiency.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on hallway safety, group cohesion, and self-regulation during transitions. Includes a visual self-reflection worksheet and a teacher facilitation guide.
The final assessment and graduation. Students apply all their sleuthing skills to a complex multi-perspective case and receive their Master Detective certification.
Mastering the unstructured social environment of the cafeteria. Students practice using Friend Files to navigate lunchroom talk, identifying when to shift topics based on peer interest clues.
Solving classroom group work challenges. Students learn to identify clues about their partners' work styles and academic interests to ensure a successful and peaceful project.
Navigating the world of video games and shared hobbies. Students use Friend Files to predict how different play styles and preferences impact social interactions during gaming sessions.
Applying perspective-taking to sports and competition. Students use Friend Files to understand why a teammate might be frustrated or overly competitive and find solutions that keep the game fun for everyone.
Introduction to the Detective's Tool: The Friend File. Students review how to collect 'clues' about peers and understand that everyone has a unique mental file that influences their reactions.
In this lesson, students explore personal finance by ranking nine different budgeting priorities. They will distinguish between needs and wants while justifying their financial decisions through a Diamond Nine collaborative activity.
A quick 15-minute lesson focusing on the four pillars of whole-body listening: eyes watching, ears listening, brain thinking, and a still body. Includes visual slides, hands-on practice, and creative reinforcement.
A quick, impactful 15-minute lesson focused on self-gratitude. Students identify their personal strengths and transform them into positive affirmations on custom bookmarks.
A lesson centered on a 'follow the directions' challenge themed as an overly complex job application to teach the importance of reading all instructions before beginning a task.
In this 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson, 1st-grade students explore the concept of compassion by creating heartfelt cards for community helpers. They will learn empathy vocabulary and use both words and illustrations to express care and appreciation.
A self-guided reflection lesson designed to help students evaluate their behavior, understand its impact on the classroom community, and set concrete goals for improvement.
A 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson where students practice the 'superpower' of waiting. Students will develop strategies for delayed gratification, test their self-control with a mystery box challenge, and reflect on their emotional journey.
A playful, superhero-themed lesson for K-2 students to master 'whole-body listening.' Students will discover how their eyes, hands, feet, and hearts help them become legendary listeners through movement, visuals, and interactive play.
A comprehensive lesson designed to help learners master workplace communication by reducing over-explaining, mastering small talk, following directions, reporting errors, and setting boundaries.
A preparatory lesson focused on mastering the foundational skills of workplace ethics, professional communication, and financial literacy before beginning the full-scale simulation.
In this lesson, 2nd and 3rd-grade students join 'The Kind Keyboard Club' to explore the impact of their digital voices. Through a 'Choose Your Own Path' adventure, they navigate online social scenarios to learn how positive communication builds community and prevents harm.