Focuses on managing test anxiety and academic pressure using grounding techniques and tactile sensory strategies. Students build 'focus kits' and practice mindfulness under pressure.
A high-energy lesson focused on maintaining momentum during the final week of school through reflection on past successes and strategic goal setting for the finish line.
A comprehensive lesson for 6th graders on distress tolerance skills, focusing on the ACCEPTS distraction techniques and TIPP physiological resets to manage overwhelming emotions in the classroom.
A collection of materials designed to help students cultivate a practice of gratitude through reflection, letter-writing, and inspirational quotes. Ideal for social work sessions or classroom morning meetings.
A mini-lesson for 8th-grade math students focused on distinguishing between needs and wants while budgeting for rent and utilities in the Buffalo, NY area. Students will use the 30% rule to evaluate housing affordability and prioritize essential expenses like heating during Buffalo winters.
A transition lesson for 6th graders moving to middle school, focusing on identifying habits to leave behind and setting concrete goals for 7th grade.
A concise lesson focusing on quick and practical tips for 6th graders to stay safe and alert in unfamiliar situations. Students practice identifying safe responses to common scenarios.
A 30-minute lesson designed for grades 3-6 to help students identify symptoms of test anxiety and master coping strategies like deep breathing and positive self-talk. The lesson includes a presentation, a movement-based review game, and a family engagement resource.
A self-reflection lesson designed to help middle school students balance social desires with academic responsibilities, focusing on overcoming the urge to 'perform' for peers.
A 20-minute restorative lesson specifically tailored for 6th graders to navigate the social transitions of middle school by identifying and practicing the qualities of healthy friendships.
This lesson introduces 6th-grade students to the basics of art therapy through creative expression. Students will learn how colors and shapes can represent their feelings, creating a personal 'Mood Map' to explore their emotions in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
A 30-minute Tier 2 lesson for 6th graders focused on developing effective communication skills and practicing 'I statements' to express thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully.
Explores the unique stress of social media and gaming, focusing on the 'digital adrenaline' loop. Students create digital boundaries and practice 'rebooting' their brains after screen time.