Reinforces task initiation with timed 'sprints' and identifies personal 'starters' (triggers that help get the brain moving). Focuses on reducing the gap between instruction and action.
An SEL-focused lesson for 4th and 5th graders that uses a 'ripple effect' metaphor to teach social awareness and responsible decision-making. Students explore how their daily choices create chains of impact on others through a collaborative scenario-based game.
A 25-minute social-emotional learning lesson focused on impulse control and decision-making through the Stop-Think-Choose framework. Students practice identifying problems, generating multiple solutions, and pausing before acting.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 3rd-5th graders focused on developing empathy through the E.Y.E.S. framework: Examine, Yield, Explore, and Share. Students act as 'Perspective Detectives' to understand others' feelings and viewpoints.
A comprehensive lesson for middle schoolers on the foundations of healthy friendships, focusing on identifying positive qualities, navigating conflict, and applying social skills to real-world scenarios.
A high-stakes 10-minute lesson on "Total Defense"—learning how to stand up for teammates when they are being targeted or excluded. Includes a 'Shield' roleplay activity.
A tactical 10-minute lesson on "Field Radar"—the ability to read teammates' emotions and social cues to provide the right support at the right time. Includes an observation game.
A high-energy, 10-minute lesson designed for 5th-grade boys that frames kindness as a "power move" and a foundational element of a strong team. Includes a fast-paced game and a visual playbook for social success.
A comprehensive lesson on emotional awareness and regulation using the metaphor of 'Inner Weather' to help students identify feelings and practice calming strategies.
A 50-minute immersion into the mechanics of empathy. Students practice active listening techniques and use 'detective' skills to analyze social scenarios from multiple perspectives.
This lesson focuses on identifying the influence of Refuso and mastering the self-talk techniques of Cranium Coach to handle reasonable requests with a flexible mindset.