Students identify the key parts of presentation software (slides, filmstrip, text boxes) and create their first title slide.
A comprehensive system for defining and maintaining a positive learning environment through a color-coded behavior framework. This lesson introduces students to green, yellow, and red behaviors with clear expectations and reflection tools.
A warm and reflective closing circle for second graders to celebrate their growth, share favorite memories, and prepare for a safe summer transition.
A restorative justice unit for elementary students focusing on the impact of theft and dishonesty on community trust, featuring informational text, a relatable narrative, and reflective writing projects.
A rapid-fire 20-minute social-emotional learning session using Inside Out to help students identify their current 'Core Emotion' and learn one quick regulation tool. Perfect for short advisory periods or morning meetings.
A comprehensive lesson on respect for K-4 students, focusing on the Golden Rule and the 'ripple effect' of kind actions. Includes a visual slide deck, teacher's guide, student worksheet, anchor chart, and small group activity cards.
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.
Consolidates learning from the previous weeks and sets goals for continued social-emotional success.
Teaches concrete self-regulation strategies and provides tools for emotional regulation.
Explores emotional awareness and the power of positive self-talk to manage frustration.
Focuses on distinguishing between safe and unsafe play, specifically addressing peer interactions like shouting and physical contact.
Introduces the concept of personal space and 'bubbles' while establishing the walk-and-talk routine.
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 life skills lesson where students become 'Sleep Detectives' to analyze habits and identify healthy sleep patterns using visual scenarios and simple decision-making.
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.
Integrates physical and cognitive strategies into a concrete, visual game plan for upcoming tests.
Explores the thoughts behind the physical feelings, teaching the student how to catch and reframe anxious 'what if' thinking.
Focuses on identifying the physical manifestations of anxiety, particularly the 'stomach flip' sensation, and introduces grounding techniques.
Students discover techniques like visualization and chunking to hold and manipulate information in their 'Memory Lab'.
Students practice adapting to changes and seeing things from different perspectives using 'Mental Morphers' strategies.
Students explore how to break big tasks into small steps and organize their tools for success using the 'Mission Blueprint' method.
Students learn to identify impulsive urges and practice the 'Stop, Think, Act' strategy using the metaphor of 'Brain Brakes'.
A trauma-informed lesson designed to help students identify their emotional triggers and develop healthy conflict resolution strategies in a safe, supportive environment.
Advanced coping skills for 4-5 students exploring complex grounding methods, assertive communication strategies, cognitive reframing of self-talk, and understanding the physiological benefits of movement for stress management.
Intermediate coping skills for 2-3 students introducing the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique, specific communication scripts for asking for help, reframing negative thoughts, and purposeful physical activities to release energy.
Foundational coping skills for K-1 students focusing on simple breathing techniques (like 'Bee Breath'), identifying helpers, basic 'I can' self-talk, and fun animal-themed movements.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning lesson designed to help 2nd-grade students recognize impulsive urges and practice specific coping strategies in playground and classroom settings.
Students select a personal challenge and move it from 'Hard' to 'Learning' on their personal growth chart to set a clear goal for practice.
Students identify physical body signals (relaxed vs. tight) associated with easy and hard tasks using a visual engine scale.
Students learn to use the word 'yet' to transform challenges into opportunities for growth, practicing the 'Power of Yet' sentence starter.
Students identify three daily activities they can perform independently to define their personal 'strengths' in the context of being a Super Learner.
A small group counseling lesson focused on teaching students conflict resolution strategies and empathy to improve their relationships with siblings at home.
A gentle, trauma-informed lesson designed for individual students navigating grief and separation anxiety. It uses the metaphor of a "Memory Garden" to help students process loss, honor their loved ones, and build coping strategies for when they feel alone.
A comprehensive lesson for 2nd graders focusing on social-emotional learning through a story about recess inclusion, managing frustration, and honesty. Students explore speaker's intent and sequence events while solving playground conflicts.
A collection of visual de-escalation resources focused on deep breathing and physical movement to help students manage big emotions and return to a state of calm.
A creative exploration of emotions through art therapy, helping children with behavioral health concerns identify feelings and build self-regulation skills.
A social-emotional learning lesson designed for 2nd graders with OCD, focusing on identifying "Sticky Thoughts" (unhelpful) versus "Brave Thoughts" (helpful) across school-based scenarios.
A foundational introduction to mindfulness for K-2 students, focusing on breath awareness and grounding through the five senses. Students learn to notice their feelings and surroundings to find a sense of calm.
An introductory lesson to the Zones of Regulation, focusing on identifying emotions, linking them to zone colors, and selecting appropriate calming strategies using visual supports.
A collection of tribal-themed certificates to recognize the top performers in a classroom survivor challenge. Includes distinct designs for first, second, and third place.
A high-energy 30-minute small group session for 2nd-grade girls focused on identifying inner strengths and building self-confidence through a talent show theme. Students explore 'hidden talents' like kindness and bravery rather than just physical skills.
A therapeutic lesson focused on teaching a 4-step impulse control strategy (Stop, Think, Choose, Do) for an 8-year-old student struggling with social frustration and aggression. The lesson uses role-play and visual aids to help the student navigate peer conflict and controlling tendencies.
A hands-on lesson focusing on developing positive self-talk and identifying personal strengths through a superhero-themed creative project. Students will create a personalized mini-booklet and engage in interactive activities to boost self-efficacy.
A small-group social-emotional learning lesson designed for 2nd grade girls to build self-esteem and practice using kind words through collaborative crafting and structured discussion.
A lesson focused on helping young girls build self-esteem, identify negative self-talk patterns, and break the habit of comparing themselves to others.
A high-energy lesson for 2nd graders that uses the excitement of professional basketball to teach essential social-emotional skills: following multi-step directions and accepting a 'no' with a positive attitude. Students learn that being a 'pro' means mastering the playbook of respect and discipline.
A hands-on social-emotional learning lesson based on 'Beautiful Oops' that teaches students to embrace mistakes as opportunities for creativity and growth.