Students explore the biological mechanics of the stress response and define 'grounding' as a regulatory tool through the metaphor of a glitter jar.
Esta lección ayuda a los adolescentes a identificar sus valores fundamentales y a utilizarlos como una brújula para navegar situaciones difíciles, utilizando los cuatro pilares de DBT para tomar decisiones alineadas con su "Mente Sabia".
A high school financial literacy lesson introducing the 50/30/20 budgeting rule through a hands-on expense categorization activity and reflection.
A comprehensive professional guide to the safeguarding, accounting, and auditing of extraclassroom activity funds, covering regulatory requirements, internal controls, and operational procedures.
A high school lesson exploring growth mindset and resilience through the lens of the film 'The Pursuit of Happyness'. Students analyze Chris Gardner's journey to understand how grit and perseverance drive success.
A 1:1 social-emotional lesson designed for a Year 2 student to address frustrations during sports lessons, focusing on the importance of staying engaged and practicing fair play.
A comprehensive B1 ESL lesson focused on identifying and discussing complex emotions in workplace, social, and personal contexts through a structured emotions wheel and interactive speaking tasks.
A comprehensive self-management lesson that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles to help students move from a blame mindset to taking full responsibility for their actions. Students analyze characters from 'Inside Out 2' and 'The Boy at the Back of the Class' to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Day 2 of a 2-day sequence exploring viral reputations, the impact of online actions on others, and balancing authenticity with public sharing.
Day 1 of a 2-day sequence focusing on the intentional construction of a digital identity and future-proofing one's online presence.
A single 45-minute lesson focused on being the 'boss' of your online brand, connecting digital choices to the JHawk Way of being Accountable.
An investigation into high-risk investment tools like stocks and mutual funds, focusing on the principle that higher potential returns often carry higher risks for long-term wealth.
An exploration of low-risk financial tools including savings accounts and CDs, highlighting the balance between security and lower returns.
Students explore the foundational components of a personal budget—income, expenses, and planned savings—while learning how goal-setting and planning can prevent debt and build security.
Students explore the rights and responsibilities of a consumer, focusing on how social media and peer pressure impact decision-making.
Students analyze how political and commercial advertising use techniques like bandwagon, celebrity endorsements, and emotional appeals to influence spending and voting.
A comprehensive 5-day lesson guiding students through the process of writing a personal essay about their multiple intelligences, skills, and future career paths.
A comprehensive lesson designed for middle school students to help them navigate social disagreements using self-regulation strategies and clear communication. The lesson includes a narrative-based social story, a teacher facilitation guide, and a reflective student worksheet.
A collection of restorative practice tools designed to help students reflect on their actions, understand the impact of their behavior, and create a plan for restoration following peer conflict, classroom disruption, social media incidents, or academic dishonesty.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on accepting 'no', respecting personal space boundaries, and reflecting on behavioral choices. Students learn to navigate social challenges with the 'Peace Pilot' framework for staying calm and respectful.
A professional development module for school staff focused on using restorative practices to de-escalate big emotions and foster emotional regulation in students.
A comprehensive end-of-year portfolio project where students build a professional Google Site to showcase their instructional practices, previous projects, and future career plans in education.
A social skills lesson for speech therapy sessions focusing on identifying and practicing 'tuned in' vs 'tuned out' behaviors using a radio/broadcast signal metaphor.
A lesson focused on restorative justice principles, helping students identify the impact of their actions and master self-regulation strategies to rebuild relationships.
A lesson focused on identifying and challenging cognitive distortions through the 'evidence for vs. against' technique, styled as a psychological investigation.