A 20-minute introductory lesson for grades 1-5 where students become 'Kindness Detectives'. The lesson uses a spy/investigation theme to define bullying, distinguish it from teasing, and provide 'mission intel' on becoming an upstander.
A comprehensive guide and set of tools to help students transition from elementary to middle school, focusing on lockers, schedules, and self-advocacy.
A 30-minute character education lesson for 4th graders focusing on integrity, owning up to mistakes, standing up for others, and honesty. Students act as 'Truth Detectives' to solve ethical dilemmas.
A 20-minute lesson teaching K-4 students conflict resolution strategies through a 'Peace Patch' garden theme, focusing on breathing, I-statements, and finding solutions.
A 20-minute lesson for grades K-4 focused on identifying and managing "big" emotions using a weather-themed framework. Students learn to recognize emotional 'storms' and use specific tools to find their way back to 'sunny' skies.
Students learn to distinguish between rigid and flexible thinking, practicing skills like sharing, taking turns, and following someone else's lead during play.
A dynamic SEL lesson for 5th and 6th graders focused on developing self-awareness and self-management skills through the metaphor of a 'Brain Remote Control'. Students learn to identify emotional triggers, practice the 'Stop and Think' method, and apply self-regulation strategies to real-life scenarios.
A celebratory end-of-year counseling lesson for first graders focused on reflecting on personal growth and setting goals for the future.