A high-energy, Tier 2 small-group session for 4th graders to master setting and refining SMART goals through a fast-paced relay game and peer feedback.
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'.
Explores the various ways to earn income, the difference between jobs and entrepreneurship, and basic concepts of gross vs. net income through CCSS math applications.
A 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson for grades K-4 teaching the Turtle Technique to help students manage strong emotions and self-regulate. Students learn to recognize their feelings, stop, take deep breaths in their 'shell', and find solutions.
A collection of resources to celebrate and thank school mentors for their support throughout the year.
A 30-minute parent workshop presentation and handout focused on managing 4th-grade transition anxiety through the metaphor of a game of UNO, grounded in Conscious Discipline principles.
Students explore the landscape of their emotions, learning to name complex feelings and recognize how they manifest in the body and mind. Focuses on expanding emotional vocabulary and group sharing.
A gentle introduction to mindfulness for Kindergarten and 1st graders, focusing on breath awareness and sensory grounding using a 'Garden' theme.
A high-energy lesson for 2nd graders using a Space Academy theme to teach the critical steps of following directions accurately and immediately.
A parent workshop designed to help 4th grade parents understand and support their children through the transition to a new intermediate school building, focusing on managing anxiety and building resilience.
A small group lesson for 3rd graders focused on identifying the physical warning signs of anger and learning a multi-step problem-solving approach to manage big emotions.
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 comprehensive lesson for 4th graders on navigating peer pressure, identifying positive vs. negative influences, and building refusal skills for social situations.
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 lesson focused on executive functioning and self-monitoring skills to help students track their own work completion using a 'Mission Control' framework.
A comprehensive transition program designed to help 4th graders prepare for the academic and social shifts of middle school while finishing their elementary years with confidence.
Applying mindfulness to relationships, active listening, and responding thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively.
Techniques for managing academic and social stress, focusing on the biology of the stress response and practical regulation tools.
Introduction to the brain science behind mindfulness, teaching students about the amygdala and prefrontal cortex through a 'hacker' metaphor.
Using weather metaphors to help children identify, name, and accept their emotions without judgment.
An exploration of the five senses to help children stay present and grounded in their immediate environment.
Students learn the basics of mindful breathing through playful metaphors and guided practice to help them find their inner calm.
A supportive framework for primary students and their families to manage emotional regulation and safety planning with Western Australia-specific resources.
A structured reflection lesson designed to help students process physical outbursts (like throwing objects) and develop better self-regulation strategies in an afterschool setting.
A comprehensive lesson on conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and social skills using the 'Peace Lab' framework. Students learn to identify triggers, regulate emotions, and communicate effectively to solve problems.
A lesson designed to help students develop situational awareness through daily reflection, observation techniques, and social cue analysis.
A series of rapid-fire 'Minute Missions' designed to strengthen executive functioning skills like impulse control, planning, and focus, paired with an SEL journal reflection.
A specialized 15-20 minute stress management lesson for 4th-6th grade Special Education students. Focuses on identifying body signals through a 'Command Center' theme, scaling stressors (Mouse vs. Elephant), and using immediate sensory-based grounding tools.
This lesson equips clinical staff with sensory, physical, and cognitive grounding techniques to help students manage anxiety and stay in the present moment. It includes a comprehensive facilitator guide, visual slides, and practical student handouts.
A professional development module for K-12 clinical staff to master and teach five core social competencies. Includes structured instruction and hands-on practice materials for student sessions.
A comprehensive training module for school clinical staff on teaching emotional intelligence. This lesson covers emotional vocabulary, empathy development, and regulation strategies across K-12 developmental stages.
A lesson focused on expressing gratitude to school community members through the art of writing thoughtful thank-you notes. Students will learn the structure of a thank-you letter and brainstorm the impact various staff members have on their daily lives.
A collection of resources designed to help parents and educators identify, monitor, and systematically reduce anxiety accommodations, with a specific focus on overcoming school refusal and fostering child independence.
A fast-paced 20-minute lesson introducing students to the Zones of Regulation and helping them build a personal 'toolbox' of coping strategies for different emotional states.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on identifying, expressing, and managing worries, inspired by the book 'Ruby Finds a Worry'. Students will create a physical 'Worry Pet' to help them externalize and handle their feelings.
A mindfulness workshop for upper elementary and middle school students that utilizes ecological metaphors to help them navigate internal emotions and practice grounding.
A 20-minute social-emotional learning lesson for K-4 students focused on the 'Think It vs. Say It' social filter. Students learn to evaluate their thoughts based on kindness, truth, and helpfulness before speaking.
A hands-on emotional regulation lesson that treats energy management like a scientific experiment. Students in grades 3-6 learn to identify energy drains, recognize signs of burnout, and test specific 'recharging' activities to maintain their internal battery.
A comprehensive toolkit designed to empower 4th-grade students to take ownership of their learning through goal setting, data tracking, and self-reflection using a space-themed Mission Control framework.
A lesson focused on facilitating and documenting collaborative learning through structured rotations and Think-Pair-Share discussions. Includes tools for teacher monitoring and student self-reflection.
A lesson focused on empowering 4th graders to advocate for their needs in a whole-group setting using non-verbal communication strategies and quiet signals.
A lesson focused on teaching 3rd and 4th grade students pathway thinking skills: identifying roadblocks, brainstorming multiple solutions, and weighing consequences.
A social-emotional learning lesson for grades 3-5 that uses the iceberg metaphor to teach students how to identify 'underwater' emotions like hurt or fear that often hide behind anger. Students will develop self-regulation and empathy by learning to look beneath the surface of their own and others' behaviors.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on the STEP problem-solving process applied to a common 4th-grade recess conflict. Students will learn to identify the problem without blame and evaluate solutions to maintain friendships and keep games moving.
A lesson designed to help 4th graders identify negative self-talk and reframe it into positive affirmations while cultivating a daily gratitude practice.
Specifically addresses the transition to middle school by exploring hopes, fears, and practical changes. Includes a 'Fear vs. Fact' exploration and navigation tips.
Teaches students how to set actionable goals and break them down into 'flight steps.' Students create a concrete plan for a personal or academic objective.