A high-engagement personal finance simulation where students use dice rolls to determine their life path, managing the resulting financial consequences and reflecting on the role of luck versus planning.
A lesson focused on helping students with social anxiety develop practical strategies for joining small group conversations in a school setting.
A comprehensive lesson for 15-year-olds on identifying emotional triggers related to peer pressure, academics, and family, providing practical mindfulness strategies to manage reactions and avoid negative outcomes.
A comprehensive lesson designed for teenagers to master the art of self-starting chores, focusing on internal motivation, system-building, and proactive communication.
A comprehensive reflection and planning workshop designed to help students analyze past academic pitfalls and develop a concrete 'game plan' to avoid them during the final quarter of the school year.
A workshop for young adults and teenagers exploring non-traditional career pathways in green construction and sustainable agriculture, focusing on NYC climate initiatives and local training programs.
A dynamic lesson focusing on developing core leadership skills, specifically communication and collaborative problem-solving, through hands-on challenges and personal reflection.
A guided discussion lesson designed for a 7th-grade student with ADHD to explore the connection between impulsive actions and their consequences using the 'Ripple Effect' metaphor. This lesson focuses on self-awareness, the ADHD 'brain hijack,' and practical strategies for pausing before acting.
Addresses the impact of gossip and the importance of setting and respecting personal boundaries within a group.
Provides practical tools like 'I-statements' and compromise strategies to navigate disagreements with friends.
Explores assertive, passive, and aggressive communication styles, helping girls find their voice in social situations.
Focuses on identifying the qualities of healthy friendships and evaluating personal social circles through a 'vibe check' lens.
A comprehensive lesson designed to help students identify their emotional 'weather' and deploy specific calming strategies for frustration, social conflict, and focus.
A comprehensive lesson for 9th graders focusing on four key de-escalation strategies: calm communication, active listening, redirection, and providing choices. Students will move from theory to practice through scenarios and role-playing.
A fast-paced, 15-minute exploration into personal strengths and purpose using a Venn diagram model. Students identify the intersection of their passions and skills to find their 'Spark'.
This lesson teaches the importance of 'I' statements in teamwork and partnerships, focusing on how they help individuals express their perspectives without creating defensiveness. Students will learn the 'I' statement formula and practice applying it to common team conflicts.
A 30-minute one-to-one discussion lesson designed for 11th-grade students, focusing on the neurobiology of lashing out, the mechanics of shutting down, and the path to personal accountability.
A set of supportive resources designed to help students identify personal barriers to school attendance and brainstorm actionable solutions through reflection and cost-benefit analysis.
Reviewing progress, setting future goals, and celebrating growth.
Applying skills to real-world scenarios through role-playing.
Step-by-step framework for resolving disagreements peacefully.
Practicing active listening skills to prevent misunderstandings.