This lesson introduces Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs as a framework for understanding human motivation and setting holistic personal goals. Students will identify their current needs across the hierarchy and develop actionable goals to reach self-actualization.

A small group intervention lesson designed to help students identify the root causes of class-skipping behaviors and develop practical, alternative strategies for staying engaged and present.

A small group lesson designed to help students identify task paralysis (the "brain freeze") and learn practical strategies to break tasks down and get started. It focuses on reducing overwhelm and moving from avoidance to action in 15 minutes.

A lesson focused on helping students re-author their personal narratives by identifying their strengths, values, and 'heroic' qualities through creative art activities.

A creative, drawing-based approach to helping 7th graders navigate school anxiety, motivation, and grief through positive self-talk and visual expression.

A survival-themed board game and facilitation guide designed for 6th grade students who are hesitant to share feelings. The game focuses on tactical choices and consequences to build rapport and subtly explore emotional regulation.

A social-emotional learning lesson designed for 8th-grade boys to analyze peer conflict, understand the 'Escalation Ladder,' and practice tactical de-escalation strategies through realistic scenario-based decision making.

A comprehensive lesson that turns students into 'Decision-Making Detectives,' teaching them to analyze situations, evaluate consequences, and make responsible choices through a detective-themed investigation framework.

This lesson addresses the impact of offensive language and stereotypes, helping 6th-grade students develop empathy and practice inclusive communication through interactive activities and reflection.

Students synthesize their learnings from the group, reflect on their growth, and write a letter to their future selves to be opened after their first semester of high school.