A social skills lesson focused on identifying and imitating body language and gestures to improve social connection and communication. Students learn the 'Mirroring Magic' technique to build rapport and understanding.
A foundational social-emotional learning lesson focused on building strong friendships through active listening, empathy, and intentional kindness. Students will learn to recognize feelings in others and practice specific behaviors that show they care.
A high-energy SEL lesson focused on mastering the Boys Town skill of Showing Appreciation. Students explore the nuances of verbal versus written gratitude through a dynamic 'Wheel of Gratitude' card game and practical application.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the differences between healthy and unhealthy friendship dynamics through sorting activities, scenario analysis, and personal reflection. Students will learn to identify 'green flags' and 'red flags' in social connections.
A comprehensive guide for the facilitator covering program goals, weekly objectives, and session-by-session instructional notes.
A lesson focused on identifying social cues like humor, unavailability, and negative peer behavior through historical context and practical scenarios.
This lesson teaches third-grade students how to transition from being a bystander to an upstander during playground conflicts, focusing on the '4 Ds' of intervention: Direct, Distract, Delegate, and Delay.
A lesson for 4th graders on empathy and respect, focusing on understanding diverse processing speeds and valuing quiet thinkers.
An interactive lesson where students become 'Agents of Cooperation' to solve complex teamwork challenges through task cards and group discussion.
A counseling lesson for 2nd graders to help them identify the 'size' of different problems (Tiny, Medium, Big) and match them with appropriate emotional reactions.
A small group social-emotional learning lesson focusing on the Circle of Control. Students learn to distinguish between what they can and cannot influence through the metaphor of a Mission Control dashboard.
A social-emotional learning session for small groups focusing on conflict resolution and healthy boundaries through a collaborative Bingo game. Students will learn to identify positive friendship behaviors, practice 'I' statements, and understand the importance of personal space and saying 'no' politely.
A lesson for two friends to learn about social balance, respecting each other's 'Me Time,' and finding fun things to do while a friend recharges.