A comprehensive transition program for 4th graders moving to 5th grade, focusing on celebrating growth, managing anxiety through social-emotional strategies, and setting goals for summer and the upcoming year.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on the Zen parable of The Empty Boat. Students will explore the nature of anger, mindfulness, and how to stay calm when faced with frustrating situations.
A targeted one-on-one guidance lesson for students struggling with personal boundaries, territoriality, and emotional regulation. Uses a space station metaphor to help students define their personal bubble and manage their internal 'weather' during moments of frustration.
A collection of quick, 5-10 minute activities designed for counseling sessions to help students identify, process, and manage the complex emotions associated with grief.
A 20-minute introductory lesson for grades K-4 on resolving conflicts using the 'Stop, Breathe, Talk' method, framed as training for the 'Peace Patrol'.
A foundational SEL lesson exploring the concept of identity through the metaphor of a mosaic. Students examine their personal traits, social roles, and values to build a comprehensive answer to the question 'Who am I?'
A supportive lesson designed to help students identify the thoughts and feelings behind school avoidance and social anxiety, providing a structured way to map out a path back to the classroom.
A comprehensive lesson focused on developing social and communication skills, specifically managing emotions and resolving conflicts through reflection and analysis.
A final capstone project where students apply all their wizarding skills to manage a hypothetical shop budget and financial plan.
Covers the importance of insurance and emergency funds to protect against unexpected 'spells' or financial risks.
Demystifies borrowing, interest, and the responsibility of debt, teaching students how to evaluate the true cost of credit.
Introduces the power of compound interest and long-term saving strategies, showing how small amounts grow over time using multiplication and patterns.
Focuses on the art of budgeting, distinguishing between needs and wants, and using addition and subtraction to maintain a balanced 'wizard budget'.