A middle school lesson focused on equipping students with SEL strategies to manage test anxiety and boost confidence during standardized assessments like CMAS. Students will learn breathing techniques, cognitive reframing, and positive self-talk.
Students compile their learned strategies into a personalized, visual regulation plan for long-term success.
Learning how to use Social Stories to navigate the aftermath of big feeling moments and effectively repair social connections.
Identifying the 'fork in the road' when feelings get big and selecting specific coping strategies to manage frustration and anger.
Using stick-figure mapping to visualize the thoughts and feelings of others during social interactions to build perspective-taking skills.
Introduction to Carol Gray's Comic Strip Conversations, focusing on the difference between what we say (speech bubbles) and what we think (thought bubbles).
Students learn to identify the physical sensations associated with anger, anxiety, and frustration, creating a 'Body Radar' to catch big feelings early.
A comprehensive lesson on emotional awareness and regulation using the metaphor of 'Inner Weather' to help students identify feelings and practice calming strategies.