A gentle, visual 20-minute check-in session for a timid student using the Roses, Thorns, and Buds framework to explore feelings and experiences in a safe, creative way.
This lesson uses the book 'The Invisible Boy' by Trudy Ludwig to teach students about empathy, inclusion, and kindness through a creative 'Kindness Cam' craft. Students learn to 'focus' on others who might feel invisible and capture moments of friendship.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on empathy and kindness using the book 'The Invisible Boy' by Trudy Ludwig. Students explore how small acts of inclusion can make a big difference in someone's world.
A final review session where students complete their readiness checklists, ask lingering questions, and celebrate their growth through the transition group.
Explores the changing social landscape of middle school, including making new friends, maintaining old ones, and understanding school rules/consequences to avoid 'getting in trouble'.
Addresses academic shifts including managing multiple teachers, understanding different class formats, and the transition to more formal grading systems. Focuses on organization and communication.
Focuses on the logistical anxieties of middle school, specifically mastering lockers and navigating a larger building without getting lost. Students practice combination locks and map-reading skills.
A targeted intervention lesson for 4th graders focusing on resolving conflict through kindness, specifically addressing exclusion, physical boundaries, and disrespectful communication.
A comprehensive lesson for 3rd graders on building a kind classroom through conflict resolution, inclusion, and empathy using an 'architect' theme.
A 30-minute lesson exploring how small acts of kindness create a ripple effect, fostering empathy through perspective-taking exercises and a week-long kindness challenge.
A lesson for 3rd and 4th graders on the appropriate use of stress balls as a coping mechanism for anger and a tool for increasing focus. Students learn the science behind the squeeze and sign a contract for responsible use.
A comprehensive training package for volunteers entering the juvenile justice system, focusing on trauma-informed care, mentorship, boundaries, and conflict resolution.
A professional development workshop designed for tutors in juvenile justice settings. It focuses on identifying trauma triggers, mastering de-escalation techniques, and intentionally building a physically and emotionally safe classroom environment.
A focused check-in lesson designed to reconnect with students after a break, focusing on identifying growth moments and reframing self-talk.
A social-emotional learning lesson designed for preschoolers to understand the impact of physical outbursts (knocking over chairs, clearing shelves, yelling) on their friends' feelings and how to practice 'Calm Hands' instead.