A cheerful social-emotional learning session for 2nd-grade girls focusing on positive self-talk and kind words using a 'Sparkle Squad' theme. Students explore the power of 'sunny words' and create a 'Sunshine Mirror' to reflect their inner light.
Week 4 addresses social rejection and hurt feelings, providing scripts for when someone doesn't want to play or when a peer is unkind.
Week 3 teaches students how to handle physical accidents (bumping) and material conflicts (wanting what others have) using 'oops' and 'reset' strategies.
Week 2 covers the mechanics of cooperative play, including turn-taking, sharing materials, and communicating clearly during games.
Week 1 focuses on the basics of initiating interaction: how to get a peer's attention respectfully and how to join in when they like what someone else is doing.
A short, high-energy lesson for 2nd graders to define kindness and collaboratively create a set of classroom promises using a garden metaphor.
How to maintain friendships through apologies and showing appreciation.
Conflict resolution strategies using 'The Recess Queen' to navigate playground disagreements.
Focusing on verbal kindness and the impact of our words on friendships.
Exploring the concepts of sharing and generosity through 'The Rainbow Fish'.
Practical strategies and role-play for approaching others and asking to join in play.