Students master the difference between abstract claims and concrete evidence. They learn to use descriptive narratives to 'show' their skills and character traits through specific actions rather than simply 'telling' the reader.
A lesson for first graders to identify the physical sensations and outward signs associated with different emotions, inspired by "A Little Spot of Feelings" by Diane Alber. Students become 'Feeling Detectives' to investigate how their bodies react to various feelings.
A focused session on postsecondary self-advocacy, teaching students with learning differences how to communicate their needs to professors and employers. The lesson emphasizes the transition from high school's automatic support to the self-initiated systems of college and the workplace.
A lesson for grades 3-4 on the "Link" strategy for building on ideas and identifying team strengths.
A lesson for grades 3-4 on grounding techniques and practicing gratitude to build a positive mental "weather map."
A lesson for grades 3-4 on setting milestones and maintaining effort through the middle of a difficult task.
A lesson for grades 3-4 on identifying community "ripples" and planning small-scale service projects within the school.
A lesson for grades 3-4 focused on using assertive I-Statements and understanding different points of view during disagreements.
A lesson for grades 3-4 on deeper problem solving, distinguishing fact from opinion, and investigating the root cause of issues.
A K-2 lesson on sharing and taking turns to complete simple group activities on the shared trail.