A social-emotional learning lesson for 1st graders to understand the 'ripple effect' of kindness by creating a physical paper chain of kind acts. Students brainstorm, record, and link their ideas to build a classroom community of care.
A 45-minute exploration of diverse cultural perspectives on mental health, healing, and wellbeing, focusing on Indigenous, collectivist, faith-based, and Western models. students will learn about the importance of culturally responsive care and how to advocate for culturally safe mental health supports.
A 40-minute interactive lesson for 7th-8th graders on the 'Bystander Effect' and practical, safe intervention strategies (the 4Ds) to transform from a passive bystander into an active upstander.
A 40-minute Social-Emotional Learning lesson for grades 7-8 focused on identifying healthy and unhealthy relationship patterns. Students explore the characteristics of respect and trust, recognize red flags like control and isolation, and discuss the nuances of digital-age relationships.
A 45-minute workshop-style lesson designed for secondary students to empower them as mental health ambassadors. Students learn to conduct needs assessments, plan authentic campaigns, and measure their impact while aligning with TDSB wellbeing frameworks.
A 45-minute lesson for high school students focusing on life promotion through protective factors, meaningful connections, and a sense of purpose. This strengths-based lesson moves beyond risk to build hope and community belonging.
A comprehensive 45-minute lesson for high school students exploring the mechanics of anxiety, cognitive distortions, and evidence-based coping strategies through a destigmatizing and practical lens.
A 40-minute exploration of the neuroscience behind mental health, focusing on the stress response (amygdala vs. prefrontal cortex), the biological foundations of wellbeing, and practical strategies for emotional regulation.
Simplified financial literacy lessons for students needing high-visual support and practical, functional application of budgeting concepts.
Students will learn the fundamentals of creating and maintaining a budget, distinguishing between needs and wants, and understanding fixed versus variable expenses.
A lesson for 1st graders on identifying big feelings, using calming strategies like slow breathing or counting, and stating problems respectfully without blaming others. based on Second Step Grade 1, Unit 4, Lesson 16.
A K-2 social-emotional learning lesson that teaches students the difference between tattling (to get someone in trouble) and reporting (to keep someone safe) using a 'Big Picture' telescope metaphor.
A fast-paced 10-minute lesson where students become 'Emotion Detectives' to identify feelings through facial expressions and learn how these feelings impact their choices and responsibilities.
Focuses on Docility as the humble openness to being taught, linking it to the SEL skill of seeking help and accepting feedback. Students identify mentors and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding their growth.
Explores Foresight as a component of Prudence, connecting it to SEL goal-setting and self-discipline. Students practice predicting the long-term spiritual and social outcomes of their current actions.