Students explore how their five senses can create simple positive experiences and help them feel happy or calm. They rotate through stations to identify personal sensory preferences for their Sunshine Kits.
A fun, high-energy lesson that introduces K-2 students to the 'Citizenship' pillar of character. Students explore what it means to be a member of a community, follow rules, and protect their environment through visual slides and hands-on activities.
This lesson introduces students to essential conflict resolution strategies and emotional intelligence vocabulary. Students will learn to navigate social challenges using Kelso's Choices, I-Messages, and the STEP model, while also exploring the importance of healthy boundaries.
Students practice three specific strategies for accepting "no" (Stay Calm, Say Okay, Move On) through role-play and reflective activities.
Students identify that hearing "no" is a common experience and explore the feelings that arise when they don't get what they want. They learn the 'Stop and Breathe' technique.
A high school lesson designed to help 12th graders analyze college financial aid award letters, calculate out-of-pocket costs, and compare offers across different institutions.
A 10-minute lesson focused on the connection between empathy and charity, teaching students how to identify needs and act with generosity. Includes a slide deck, worksheet, and anchor chart.
A sophisticated workshop for graduate students and clinical staff focused on navigating complex ethical dilemmas during the high-stress end-of-year school transition using a maritime-themed framework.
A social-emotional learning lesson for K-2 students that uses the metaphor of a rubber band to teach cognitive flexibility, adaptability, and emotional regulation when facing changes.
A lesson focused on taking ownership of mistakes through the metaphor of a 'Repair Shop'. Students will learn to move past blame and use a step-by-step process to fix their errors and learn from them.
Reflects on personal growth and celebrates the classroom community.
Builds self-confidence and the courage to try new things.