Focuses on handling unexpected changes ('Shakes') during building, practicing flexibility when the environment or adult intervention introduces new challenges.
A lesson focused on the value of honesty through real-world scenarios and critical thinking exercises. Students explore what it means to be a person of integrity in difficult situations.
A specialized social-emotional learning lesson designed for a Tier 3 group of 4th-grade girls. It focuses on acknowledging transitions (missing a previous counselor) while establishing firm group norms for communication, tone, and cooperation.
A final session to celebrate the group's growth, review key skills, and look forward to maintaining healthy friendships outside the lunch bunch.
Provides practical tools for resolving disagreements, including compromise, apologies, and problem-solving 'win-win' scenarios.
Introduces the concept of conflict as a natural part of relationships and helps students identify common triggers and 'early warning signs' of a disagreement.
Explores empathy and kindness as the 'glue' of friendship, with activities centered on perspective-taking and supportive actions.