Uses social stories and role-play to practice 'pivoting' when faced with unwanted tasks or transitions, focusing on calm compliance and compromise.
A comprehensive lesson on emotional regulation, teaching students practical strategies for managing frustration through breathing, seeking support from trusted adults, and utilizing a designated cool-down space.
Focusing on the 'Control Panel' of the brain: practicing the 'Stop and Think' pause and developing the ability to delay gratification for long-term mission success.
Exploring the 'Emotion Nebula' to identify nuanced feelings (frustrated vs. angry), mixed emotions (excited and nervous), and personal stress triggers.
A social-emotional learning lesson where elementary students identify sensory triggers and design a mental 'safe-house' to manage overstimulation and build self-regulation skills.