This lesson introduces PreK students to basic mindfulness techniques through engaging and interactive activities. By focusing on recognizing and managing emotions, students will develop foundational skills in emotional awareness and self-regulation.
A small group activity focused on identifying and categorizing emotions into the four color zones (Blue, Green, Yellow, and Red). Students will practice recognizing body signals and feelings to improve self-awareness and regulation.
A collection of appreciation-themed resources for school staff and students to express gratitude through creative, pun-based shoutout cards.
Sixth grade students prepare for the transition to middle school by developing high-level resilience habits and long-term stress management plans.
Fifth graders explore academic and social pressure, focusing on the power of positive self-talk and perspective-shifting.
Fourth grade students investigate the science of the 'fight, flight, or freeze' response and develop logic-based strategies to respond.
Third graders learn to map out their day to identify 'stress spots' and practice proactive planning to minimize overwhelm.
A specialized lesson for mixed-grade classrooms focusing on identifying shared stressors (schoolwork, friendship) and practicing group regulation.
Second grade students explore how to build a personalized 'toolbox' of calm-down strategies to use when they feel overwhelmed.
A focused lesson for 1st graders on identifying where stress lives in the body and learning the difference between 'helpful' and 'unhelpful' ways to react.
A gentle introduction for TK and Kindergarten students to understand feelings of 'tightness' or 'worry' (stress) and simple breathing techniques to feel calm.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on identifying and expressing core emotions through interactive task cards and group discussion. Students learn to recognize physiological and situational cues for different feelings.
An individual counseling session for Pre-K students to identify and understand four primary emotions (happy, sad, angry, and fear) using the book The Color Monster. Students will practice sorting their 'tangled' feelings into jars just like the monster in the story.
A 20-minute individual counseling session for Pre-K students focused on identifying and replacing bullying behaviors like unkind words and physical aggression with kindness and empathy.
A multi-tiered lesson exploring the essential building blocks of friendship, focusing on respectful communication, active listening, and managing conflict with empathy. This lesson includes differentiated activities suitable for Pre-K through 8th grade.
A collaborative workshop session where educators map out the developmental stages of a student's journey from elementary awareness to high school application and outcome access.
A strategic career planning lesson for high schoolers focusing on comparing specific pathways (CTE, college, military) and evaluating local versus out-of-area opportunities.
A career exploration lesson for middle schoolers that dives into salary, education requirements, and identifying stereotypes or barriers within specific career fields.