A 30-minute 1:1 guided discussion designed to help a student reframe 'sternness' as a strength rooted in core values, moving from a 'mean person' self-perception to a 'values-driven protector' narrative.
A gentle, 15-minute social-emotional learning lesson for preschoolers focused on identifying sadness and practicing two simple coping strategies: talking to a trusted adult and 'Bubble Breaths'.
Reviewing all tools and creating a personalized 'Mission Plan' for classroom success.
Learning how to use fidgets and sensory tools appropriately for focus.
Developing the skill of asking for help and talking through emotions with a trusted adult.
Understanding how movement can help refocus energy and stay on task.
Learning different breathing techniques to calm the mind and body.
Introduction to the concept of feelings as a 'map' and identifying common emotions.
An introductory lesson focusing on identifying the size of problems and selecting appropriate self-regulation tools to manage emotions effectively in a virtual or classroom setting.
A creative art-based lesson where students learn to identify their emotional states and build a personalized 'coping kit' of regulation strategies using markers and crayons.
A comprehensive set of social story materials designed to teach and reinforce expected behaviors for walking in hallways, standing in lines, moving through the classroom, and participating in circle time.
A 30-minute workshop for 8th-grade boys focused on Mother's Day, emphasizing vulnerability and emotional expression through the creation of a 'Memory Blueprint'. Students will reflect on childhood memories and practice expressing gratitude in a sincere, non-performative way.