An elementary lesson (grades 3-5) teaching emotional regulation through the metaphor of surfing waves. Students learn to identify body signals, use a three-step breathing strategy, and create a personal 'coping surfboard'.

An experiential lesson for grades 2-5 focused on learning and practicing five body-based calming strategies: belly breathing, grounding, muscle relaxation, butterfly hugs, and visualization. Students 'train' to become Calm Body Commanders, learning to manage big emotions through physical techniques.

A 35-minute social-emotional learning lesson for grades 4-6 focused on reframing help-seeking as a strength, identifying trusted adults, and practicing communication strategies.

A 30-minute introductory lesson for grades 2-4 focused on celebrating individual identities and building an inclusive classroom community through a collaborative art project.

A 35-minute lesson introducing elementary students to the mental health continuum, using the analogy of 'Inner Weather' to explain that mental health is a spectrum that everyone experiences and that changes over time.

A 30-minute introductory lesson for grades 2-4 focused on expanding emotional vocabulary, recognizing physical cues of feelings, and understanding that all emotions are valid. Students explore 15+ nuanced emotion words and practice expressing them through drawing and movement.

A high-energy 35-minute lesson for grades 3-5 that transforms mistakes from setbacks into 'brain fuel.' Students explore neuroplasticity, compare fixed and growth mindsets, and learn the transformative power of the word 'yet.'

A lesson for 3rd-4th graders using a car engine metaphor to teach self-regulation and focus, helping students identify their emotional 'speed' and use strategies to get back to a productive state.

A K-2 social-emotional learning lesson that teaches students the difference between tattling (to get someone in trouble) and reporting (to keep someone safe) using a 'Big Picture' telescope metaphor.

A fast-paced 10-minute lesson where students become 'Emotion Detectives' to identify feelings through facial expressions and learn how these feelings impact their choices and responsibilities.

Students will explore how being cheerful and helpful makes them approachable and builds strong friendships. Focus on CASEL Self-Awareness and Relationship Skills.