An interactive lesson teaching 4th graders the difference between bystanders and upstanders through 'Defender Academy' training scenarios and actionable strategies.
A quick, high-impact 15-minute lesson focused on identifying the physical signs of frustration and implementing immediate 'cool down' strategies. Students learn to recognize their 'boiling point' and build a personal toolbox of calming techniques.
Troubleshooting challenges and finalizing individual regulation plans. Sessions 9 and 10 focus on maintenance, generalization, and graduation.
Applying the skills to real-world scenarios through intensive role-playing and performance feedback. Sessions 7 and 8 focus on classroom and transition environments.
Focused practice on the replacement behaviors: isometric muscle squeezes and appropriate fidget use. Sessions 5 and 6 provide structured modeling and initial role-playing.
Introduction of the specific SkillStreaming steps for self-regulation and selecting functionally equivalent replacement behaviors. Sessions 3 and 4 focus on the 'Stop Signal' and 'Pro Choice'.
Introduction to the sensory seeking behaviors and building awareness of the internal 'urge' to crash or push. Sessions 1 and 2 focus on defining the group purpose and identifying body signals.
A 10-minute interactive session focused on understanding and practicing assertiveness through the metaphor of a 'Voice Studio'. Students learn to distinguish between passive, aggressive, and assertive communication styles.
A quick 10-minute session focused on identifying personal character strengths and crafting a concise 6-word memoir to celebrate them.
A 30-minute lesson where students learn to distinguish between conflict, rudeness, meanness, and bullying through a 'Behavior Detective' framework. Includes definitions, interactive scenarios, and a reference guide for appropriate responses.
Students identify ways to improve school culture and execute a week-long kindness initiative.
Students learn about animal shelter needs and create a guide for making enrichment items for local pets.
Students explore the impact of food banks and design a step-by-step plan for a successful community food drive.