Using role-play and scenarios, students practice empathy and behavioral activation by helping characters navigate disappointments through positive activity choices.
An introductory lesson on 'Whole Body Listening' and the 'Stop, Think, Act' method, featuring a Ninja-themed presentation and a specialized version of Simon Says.
A comprehensive lesson on emotional regulation, teaching students practical strategies for managing frustration through breathing, seeking support from trusted adults, and utilizing a designated cool-down space.
A social-emotional learning lesson where elementary students identify sensory triggers and design a mental 'safe-house' to manage overstimulation and build self-regulation skills.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Pre-K and Kindergarten students that uses a car engine metaphor to teach self-regulation and energy level awareness. Students learn to identify when their 'engine' is running too fast, too slow, or just right for classroom activities.
A celebratory closing lesson for a small group focused on anxiety, featuring games and reflection activities to honor students' progress and reinforce coping strategies.
A collection of visual support tools to help students identify and communicate their emotions using portable keyring cards.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Kindergarteners focused on empathy, teaching them to identify 'ouch moments' and avoid the impulse to laugh when others have accidents. Students learn to be 'Heart Detectives' who look for feeling clues and choose kindness.
A comprehensive visual behavior management system for a home daycare, featuring a 'Super Squad' theme to engage young boys through visual expectations and a no-cost incentive program.
A comprehensive lesson for kindergarteners on the social nuances of humor, focusing on reading body language and distinguishing between kind and hurtful jokes.
A social-emotional learning lesson for K-2 students based on the book 'Have You Filled a Bucket Today?' by Carol McCloud, focusing on kindness and empathy.
A follow-up Kindergarten lesson focused on conflict resolution and problem-solving, teaching students how to 'fix' friendship problems like they would fix a garden.