A gentle introduction to friendship for kindergarteners, focusing on key vocabulary like 'share', 'kind', and 'help' through coloring and handwriting practice.
A collection of resources to bridge social-emotional learning between school and home, focusing on emotional literacy and mental health awareness.
A 60-minute social-emotional lesson for kindergarteners focused on personal space and body safety using the 'Personal Bubble' concept. Students learn through a social story, interactive slides, and a creative coloring activity.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Kindergarten students focused on maintaining personal space and keeping hands and feet to themselves using the concept of a 'Space Bubble'.
A creative collaboration lesson where Best Buddies pairs design a unique character and write a shared adventure story together.
A collaborative crafting lesson designed for Best Buddies pairs to create seasonal flower pots, fostering social connection and fine motor skills through a shared gardening project.
A 1st-grade SEL lesson focused on identifying school staff members, understanding their roles in the community, and practicing respectful interaction. Students learn to appreciate the 'grown-ups' who keep their school running through interviews and gratitude activities.
Students learn to categorize problems into small, medium, and large sizes and pair them with effective coping strategies like deep breathing or asking for help.
A life skills math lesson focused on identifying prices from a reference guide and calculating the total cost of grocery items using visual supports and color-coded place value columns.
In this lesson, students analyze the imagery of Louis Armstrong's classic song, connect sensory details to positive emotions, and engage in a visual matching activity to build vocabulary and emotional awareness.
A comprehensive school-wide program for Mental Health Awareness Month designed for grades K-4, focusing on emotional literacy, coping strategies, and social support through the metaphor of a 'Mind Garden'.
A social-emotional learning lesson exploring the diverse landscape of feelings within us, inspired by the book 'In My Heart: A Book of Feelings'. Students will identify their current emotions and create a visual 'map' of their heart using colors and patterns.
This lesson introduces the concept of a 'Body Bubble' for personal space and provides strategies for managing frustration without physical aggression.
A magical lesson for kindergarten students to learn 'Whole Body Listening' using the Super Listener Academy theme. Includes interactive slides, a sorting activity, and visual cue cards.
A social-emotional learning lesson using the 'Body Detective' metaphor to help students connect physical sensations like racing hearts and tight fists to the Zones of Regulation colors.
A lesson on social honesty and integrity, focusing on the courage to admit mistakes and take responsibility for accidents through a detective-themed exploration.
A lesson designed for two first-graders to learn how to replace screaming and eloping with verbal communication using a feelings chart. Through role-play and visual aids, students practice identifying their emotions and stating their needs.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning lesson designed to help 2nd-grade students recognize impulsive urges and practice specific coping strategies in playground and classroom settings.
A comprehensive counseling module designed to help students identify anger triggers, recognize physical warning signs, and implement 'pause' strategies during peer conflicts or when faced with disappointment. Students learn to view their emotional responses as a 'Control Room' they can master.
Students receive their 'Field Agent' training, learning to spot micro-clues like eye crinkles, mouth shapes, and hand tension to solve the mystery of how others feel.
A targeted set of resources designed to help students navigate the frustration of not getting their way using reflective conversation prompts and self-regulation strategies.
A high-energy 20-minute lesson where students use a construction theme to understand how a mission statement acts as a strong foundation for their lives and choices.
A 1-on-1 lesson designed to help students recognize physical body signals of frustration and implement deep breathing techniques to maintain flexibility and respect.
A structured daily routine system designed to help students track their evening tasks, physical activity, and sleep habits through a mission-themed log.
A structured evening planning system designed to help students manage homework, math practice, and physical activity with clear goals and a 'Mission Control' theme.
A lesson for first graders to identify and categorize expected and unexpected classroom behaviors, focusing on respectful communication and classroom norms.
A foundational kindergarten lesson teaching the importance of listening and following directions through "Whole Body Listening" and a guided coloring task. Students will practice active listening skills essential for school success.
An introductory mindfulness lesson for K-2 students focusing on mindful listening, deep breathing, and body relaxation through a 'Calm Clouds' theme.
A lesson focused on identifying and differentiating between subtle, nuanced emotions within the five core emotional families. Students explore the 'shades' of feelings to improve emotional literacy and communication.
A final session for a social skills group focused on celebrating growth, reflecting on shared memories, and planning for continued success outside the group.
A set of visual self-advocacy and focus strategies for a student to use in the classroom to manage distractions, frustration, and task initiation.
A lesson for kindergartners based on 'The Not So Friendly Friend' focusing on identifying uncomfortable behaviors and learning how to set healthy boundaries with peers.