A lesson focused on empowering students to recognize bullying behavior and move from being a bystander to an upstander using practical, safe strategies.

This lesson introduces students to grounding exercises through a nature-themed board game, a take-home booklet, and a classroom anchor chart. Students will learn the 5-4-3-2-1 technique and other sensory strategies to manage stress.

A quick, interactive lesson designed to assess and practice self-advocacy skills in challenging classroom scenarios. Students learn to identify when they need help and practice speaking up clearly and confidently.

A final celebration of the community built, where students reflect on their growth and commit to showing up for themselves and each other.

This lesson addresses attendance directly by discussing why every person matters to the group and how their absence is felt by others.

Students explore the unique qualities they bring to the group and collaboratively define what makes their lunch bunch community special.

The opening session focuses on breaking the ice, establishing a safe lunch environment, and helping students find common ground with their peers.