A 30-minute Tier 2 small group lesson designed to empower 5th-grade girls with self-advocacy skills, teaching them how to express their needs and opinions respectfully.
A culminating mission simulation where students apply all self-regulation skills in a team-based game environment.
Developing social self-awareness by learning to read the 'signals' of co-pilots and adjusting behavior accordingly.
Mastering the 'Pause Button' to improve impulse control and decision-making during high-energy moments.
Learning and practicing 'Heat Shield' strategies to cool down when energy levels or emotions get too high.
Identifying 'Asteroids' or triggers that cause impulsive reactions and disrupt focus, focusing on self-awareness of emotional shifts.
Introduction to the 'Internal Engine' concept, helping students identify their current level of arousal and hyperactivity through the lens of rocket energy.
A grounding and mindfulness lesson using a coding-themed 'System Reset' protocol to help students focus and regulate their attention.
A final review and certification ceremony where students reflect on their growth and receive their 'Master Mechanic' status.
Integrating all 'Mind Mechanic' skills into a final creative project, demonstrating mastery of self-awareness and social reasoning.
Evaluating options and consequences using 'The Choice Circuit,' focusing on making deliberate decisions while reading and writing.
Introducing decision thinking through 'The Logic Loom,' helping students weave together 'how' and 'why' clues in complex texts.