This lesson introduces students to essential conflict resolution strategies and emotional intelligence vocabulary. Students will learn to navigate social challenges using Kelso's Choices, I-Messages, and the STEP model, while also exploring the importance of healthy boundaries.

Students practice three specific strategies for accepting "no" (Stay Calm, Say Okay, Move On) through role-play and reflective activities.

Students identify that hearing "no" is a common experience and explore the feelings that arise when they don't get what they want. They learn the 'Stop and Breathe' technique.

A 10-minute lesson focused on the connection between empathy and charity, teaching students how to identify needs and act with generosity. Includes a slide deck, worksheet, and anchor chart.

A 10-minute lesson focused on the connection between empathy and charity, teaching students how to identify needs and act with generosity. Includes a slide deck, worksheet, and anchor chart.

A social-emotional learning lesson for K-2 students that uses the metaphor of a rubber band to teach cognitive flexibility, adaptability, and emotional regulation when facing changes.

A lesson focused on taking ownership of mistakes through the metaphor of a 'Repair Shop'. Students will learn to move past blame and use a step-by-step process to fix their errors and learn from them.

Equips middle schoolers (6th-8th) with strategies to handle complex social dynamics and personal setbacks using realistic role-play scenarios.

Helps 3rd to 5th graders develop grit and perspective when facing academic and social challenges through collaborative role-play.

Introduces 1st and 2nd graders to the concept of 'bouncing back' from small mistakes and managing big feelings using role-play scenarios.

Explores the science of stress, long-term perseverance (grit), and developing a personal resilience plan for navigating middle school transitions.