A punchy 10-minute whole-group lesson focused on developing perspective-taking, kindness, and respectful communication in 3rd-grade students using the metaphor of a ripple effect to teach consideration.
A fast-paced, high-energy 10-minute lesson focused on identifying the 'common good' and practicing the courage needed to make responsible decisions for the classroom and community. Students explore real-world scenarios and use a 'Common Good Compass' to guide their choices.
A Pokémon-themed lesson where students identify the four Zones of Regulation through interactive scenarios and choice-based activities. Students learn to recognize emotional states and select appropriate regulation 'moves'.
Students learn about growth mindset and the 'Power of Yet' to help them bounce back from setbacks and reach their personal summits.
Students identify and practice specific coping strategies to 'pack' into their personal survival kits for when they face challenging situations.
Students explore the concept of emotions by comparing them to weather patterns and identify their own 'emotional climate' and triggers.
Students will learn to identify the four emotional zones (Blue, Green, Yellow, Red) and recognize their own physical and emotional cues for each.
A lesson exploring empathy and respect through the classic story of The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule, focusing on practical applications of kindness in daily life.
A collaborative scavenger hunt focused on identifying and practicing non-combative communication and conflict resolution strategies.
A collection of materials for a school-wide neurodiversity month celebration, including event flyers and inspirational posters.
A deeper dive for grades 3-5 into empathy, prejudice, and inclusion. Students discuss systemic differences and disability awareness, concluding with a collaborative mosaic and a review game.
A foundational lesson for K-2 students focusing on empathy and inclusion. Students explore what it means to be a kind friend and how to include everyone in their "Kindness Garden."