Expanding the coordinate plane to all four quadrants, introducing negative numbers and the origin as the starting point.
A comprehensive slide deck covering measurement in inches (halves and fourths) and interpreting data on line plots, provided in both English and Japanese.
Students act as urban architects to design a town using quadrilaterals on a grid, calculating perimeter and area for their structures.
A comprehensive unit on finding the perimeter of various polygons, including unknown side lengths and real-world word problems, themed around architectural blueprints.
A lesson designed to empower students to understand their IEP goals and practice self-advocacy through scenario-based roleplay. Students will learn the 'Blueprinting' method for communicating their needs effectively to teachers and staff.
A lesson focused on the geometric and algebraic relationships of parallel and perpendicular lines, teaching students how to identify slopes and write new equations using a technical blueprint aesthetic.
A review of all skills, self-assessment of progress, and a celebration of 'Brain Boss' certification.
Teaches cognitive flexibility and how to 'pivot' when plans change or obstacles arise.
Explores mental strategies for holding and manipulating information, such as visualization and external checklists.
Strategies to overcome the 'getting started' hurdle, focusing on the 5-minute rule and environment setup.
Introduces time estimation and the 'time-mapping' technique to visualize schedules and reduce procrastination.
Practical strategies for physical organization, including locker, backpack, and digital file management.
Teaches students how to differentiate between urgency and importance and break large projects into manageable steps.
Teaches emotional regulation techniques to help students identify their 'mood zone' and use calming strategies.
Focuses on impulse control and the 'stop, think, go' strategy to manage reactions in social and academic settings.
An introductory session to define executive functioning and establish group norms through a 'Brain Boss' metaphor.