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A hands-on, table-play counseling lesson for 3rd graders to master self-regulation by matching social-emotional problem scenarios to their appropriate problem size (Small, Medium, Big) and corresponding reaction size. Includes sorting mats, cut-out scenario/reaction cards, and a counselor facilitation guide.

A double-digit financial literacy lesson where students compare debit card balances with item prices up to $50. Students practice decision-making by determining whether they have enough funds to complete various transactions.

A cohesive 3-day small group curriculum that teaches middle school students how to coordinate project responsibilities, self-advocate, and address dominance or passivity to ensure equitable participation.

A lesson designed to transition 3rd grade students to 4th grade technology responsibilities, focusing on restorative practices, digital citizenship, and the 'Make Kindness Your Superpower' initiative.

A counseling unit focused on helping 3rd graders identify the size of everyday problems and match them with appropriate emotional reactions.

A comprehensive social emotional learning lesson designed to help children navigate fears of the outdoors, specifically focusing on sensory overload (loud noises, bright lights, weather) and unpredictable insects. Includes an interactive social story workbook, visual coping cards, and a teacher support guide.

A testimony-based lesson exploring the journey of stepping out of one's comfort zone, overcoming fears through faith, and embracing God's mission in Thailand.

A comprehensive, scenario-based training lesson to prepare camp staff on safety, communication, and legal protocols if ICE or immigration officials arrive at camp. Equips staff with actionable toolkits, step-by-step guides, and interactive roleplay scenarios.

Celebrates collective triumphs, reflective learning, and restorative closure as the school year draws to an end (May, June).

Fosters professional empathy, creative renewal, and navigating high-stakes testing season with collaborative support and grace (February, March, April).

Explores themes of collective healing, mid-year fatigue management, peer-to-peer gratitude, and warming up school culture during the winter months (November, December, January).

Focuses on establishing group trust, sharing summer transitions, and setting supportive baseline agreements for the start of the school year (August, September, October).

Celebrates collective triumphs, reflective learning, and restorative closure as the school year draws to an end (May, June).

Fosters professional empathy, creative renewal, and navigating high-stakes testing season with collaborative support and grace (February, March, April).

Explores themes of collective healing, mid-year fatigue management, peer-to-peer gratitude, and warming up school culture during the winter months (November, December, January).

Focuses on establishing group trust, sharing summer transitions, and setting supportive baseline agreements for the start of the school year (August, September, October).

A comprehensive interview package featuring a slide deck and an executive briefing handout, detailing a data-driven action plan and 90-day entry roadmap for curriculum leadership.

An explicit teaching lesson for Upper Elementary (grades 3-5) that introduces mindfulness through brain science, explaining the roles of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex, and provides concrete self-regulation strategies.

Actionable planning resources, school-wide career day guides, and implementation templates for school counselors to deploy career readiness curricula.

High-level scope, sequence, and developmental milestones for elementary, middle, and high school career exploration. This framework links classroom subjects to real-world college, trade, and workforce pathways.

A powerful kindness and bullying prevention lesson exploring how hurtful words affect others and how we can repair hearts. Students engage in a paper-heart crumbling activity to visually understand the lasting impact of unkindness.

A transition support unit designed for rising 2nd graders entering a new school. Includes a social story presentation, a personal passport worksheet, and a counselor guidance document.

A comprehensive lesson helping students distinguish between friendly teasing, hurtful teasing, and bullying, while teaching concrete self-advocacy strategies and verbal boundary setting.

A lesson focused on equipping elementary students with functional verbal communication skills for everyday real-world interactions. Students practice through guided peer discussions, roleplays, and task cards.

Consolidates learning with a collaborative micro-build challenge, group self-reflection, and administration of the identical post-test.

Focuses on identifying and navigating group conflicts (such as disagreements or resource sharing) using interactive discussion cards.

Focuses on positive peer reinforcement, active listening, and supporting teammates through verbal encouragement and collaborative challenge completion.

Focuses on setting group norms, administering the pre-test, and introducing the core teamwork roles (Commander, Navigator, Specialist, Reporter) using a retro space-explorer theme.

Day 3 of the Sharing Squad small-group intervention. Students combine their sharing and turn-taking skills to complete a collaborative puzzle drawing peacefully, followed by a graduation ceremony.

Day 2 of the Sharing Squad small-group intervention. Students focus on the concept of wait time and turn-taking through interactive games and a physical "Turn Tracker" token activity.

Day 1 of the Sharing Squad small-group intervention. Students learn the importance of sharing art materials, practice key sharing phrases, and complete a collaborative coloring challenge.

A supportive, mountain-trail-themed final counseling session designed for students on IEPs to celebrate their personal growth, develop summer coping strategies, set future goals, and process closure with their counselor.

A collection of visual guides and posters to teach and remind elementary students how and when to ask for permission for daily routines.

An interactive workshop teaching students essential conflict resolution skills, active listening techniques, and peer mediation frameworks to build stronger, more empathetic friendships.

A highly interactive Lunch & Learn lesson for 1st-3rd graders focusing on growth mindset and 'The Power of Yet'. Includes a student worksheet, printable table discussion cards, a facilitator script, and a colorful classroom anchor chart.

A practical toolkit designed to help caregivers build meaningful, low-stress, and low-cost connections with their teenage children. Contains action-oriented resources categorized by teen interests and connection goals.

A quick, high-impact SEL lesson designed for Grades 1–3 to introduce the concept of a growth mindset through the 'Superpower of Yet' using the TLC Gators school mascot.

A 15-minute restorative social-emotional learning lesson for third graders struggling with lying to avoid consequences. It helps students understand that hiding mistakes with lies creates a heavy emotional burden, while speaking the truth—even when it requires great courage—brings relief, lightness, and restores trust.

A guide and resource hub focused on equipping educators and employers with strategies to support youth employee mental health and ensure legal compliance. This lesson bridges the gap between school preparation and real-world employment stressors.

A growth mindset and emotional regulation lesson designed for 3rd and 4th-grade small groups. Students discover how the brain strengthens through challenge, identify their frustration 'heat level', and practice concrete self-regulation exercises like tactical breathing and constructive self-talk.

An 8th-grade lesson focusing on the social-emotional impact of hate speech and fostering a supportive school community. Students read an engaging, age-appropriate article and complete a reflective worksheet to map the impact of words and make personal commitments to inclusivity.

A nurturing and interactive social-emotional learning lesson for grades 2-3 designed to help students identify happy, sad, mad, and scared feelings. It focuses on physical body clues, facial expressions, and written reflection on coping strategies and self-regulation.

An SEL-focused lesson based on the book 'Elephant Island' by Leo Timmers, exploring community-building, resilience, and welcoming others through movement-based task cards and collaborative reflection.

An instructional lesson centered on identifying communication breakdowns, analyzing relational friction, and applying active de-escalation strategies. Features interactive storyboard-driven slides and activities.

A 4-week space explorer themed morning meeting series for middle school ESY scholars with disabilities. Led by Commander Sosnoff, it covers Mars Rover, Asteroid Navigation, Saturn Rings, and Nebula sectors with calendar ship logs, cosmic energy checks, stellar affirmations, and turn-and-talk communication prompts.

A 4-week wildlife safari themed morning meeting series for ESY elementary school scholars. Covers Savannah, Jungle, Desert, and Ocean habitats with daily welcomes, mood checks, date trackers, affirmations, and interactive social-emotional sharing prompts.

An opening day professional development session for Edgewood Intermediate School, home of the Flashes, centered around the theme 'Be the Spark.' Designed to introduce the administrative team, establish annual goals, build community, and motivate staff.

A Tier 3 individual counseling intervention designed for 7th graders (ages 12-13) to map physical stress patterns, analyze neurological escalation, and construct customized coping matrices.

A 5th-grade Social-Emotional Learning lesson focused on empathy, active listening, and perspective-taking. Students become 'Perspective Pilots' to explore diverse viewpoints and connect deeply with others.

Celebrates collective triumphs, reflective learning, and restorative closure as the school year draws to an end (May, June).