A creative lesson where 4th graders explore the qualities of healthy friendships by creating their own 'Friendship Recipe Books,' using culinary metaphors to understand trust, respect, and kindness.
Students identify the eleven states of the West region and memorize their capital cities through a matching game and map assessment.
An exploration of the unique culture, major landmarks, and diverse populations that characterize the West region.
Students learn about the natural resources that drive the West's economy, including timber, minerals, fish, and fertile soil for agriculture.
An investigation into the diverse climate zones of the West, from the temperate rainforests of the Northwest to the arid deserts of the Southwest.
Students explore the physical geography of the West region, including the Rocky Mountains, the Sierra Nevada, the Great Basin, and the Pacific Coast.
Students master the states and capitals of the Southwest through interactive matching and map-based activities.
A deep dive into the vibrant cultural history of the Southwest, featuring Native American traditions, Spanish influence, and modern regional life.
Discovery of the Southwest's rich natural resources, including minerals, oil, and the vital importance of water management.
An investigation into the arid climate of the Southwest, examining extreme temperatures, rainfall patterns, and how living things adapt.
Students explore the physical features of the Southwest, focusing on the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon, and the various desert landscapes.
Reframes the student's role as the oldest sibling into a leadership 'Superpower,' focusing on positive attention and self-regulation at home.
Explores how actions create ripples that affect friends and family, helping the student build social awareness and empathy.
Focuses on the 'Big Pause' - learning to identify the physical signs of impulsivity and using a mental remote control to slow down before reacting.
A lesson for 4th graders exploring the importance of honesty, the impact of lies on trust, and how to tell the truth even when it's hard.
A lesson focused on developing emotional intelligence through identifying and practicing various coping strategies and regulation techniques.
A lesson for kindergarteners to establish foundational classroom expectations, focusing on active listening, following directions, and cooperating as a "Classroom Crew."
A lesson introducing 4th graders to emotional regulation and practical coping strategies for managing big feelings like anger, frustration, and anxiety.
A lesson focused on fostering a culture of kindness within the school community, targeting interactions between students and teachers through discussion and active practice.
A nautical-themed lesson focusing on decision-making skills for middle-grade students, introducing the 'Pause, Plot, Pilot' framework to navigate tricky situations and peer pressure.
A lesson focused on teaching students self-regulation techniques through mindful breathing, featuring the infinity loop strategy.
A game-inspired goal-setting activity designed for parent-teacher conferences, focusing on identifying student strengths and growth areas through a 'future quest' lens.
An introductory exploration of Ancient Egypt's core components: the Nile river, social hierarchy, daily life, and the role of the pharaoh.
A lesson focused on creating sensory tools to help students manage big emotions and practice mindfulness through hands-on crafting.
A lesson focused on creating sensory tools for self-regulation, specifically a calm-down water bottle.
A lesson focused on sensory tools for emotional regulation, specifically the creation and use of calming bottles as a mindfulness technique.
The foundational lesson for individual anger management, focusing on identifying internal physical signals of anger and building a customized toolkit for regulation. This lesson provides the essential 'blueprints' and 'tools' needed for the student to begin self-monitoring and proactive problem-solving.
A Parent-Teacher Conference initiative focused on building a 'Kindness Tree' to celebrate student growth and positive character through small, impactful acts.
A school-wide initiative to foster empathy and positive behavior through a collaborative Kindness Tree activity. Students perform kind acts, record them on leaves, and watch their community kindness grow visually.