A comprehensive counseling lesson for grades 3-5 focused on reflecting on social-emotional growth over the school year and setting intentional summer goals using a 'Growth Garden' theme. aligned to CASEL competencies and Massachusetts SEL standards.
A social-emotional learning lesson for students in grades 3-6 to manage test anxiety through preparation strategies and in-the-moment coping skills.
A lesson focused on helping students identify anxiety-driven thoughts as 'brain alarms' and developing a concrete step-by-step plan to manage them.
This lesson introduces students to the components of hope (Goals, Agency, Pathways) and the importance of positive childhood experiences. Students will reflect on their strengths, set practical goals, and identify the support systems that help them navigate life.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning lesson focused on Snyder's Hope Theory, resilience, and goal-setting for 3rd-grade students. Includes an introductory presentation, a student assessment document, and a teacher facilitation guide.
A 30-minute interactive lesson for 5th-grade girls focused on identifying drama-seeking behaviors like gossip and exclusion, and replacing them with positive "ripple effects" of friendship.
A comprehensive lesson that teaches students how to identify and categorize the size of problems using a mountain climbing metaphor. Students will learn appropriate strategies for Small, Medium, and Large problems.
Applies all learned skills through role-play scenarios including recess disputes, group projects, and exclusion.
Teaches specific repair language and I-statements to de-escalate tension and apologize effectively.
Introduces perspective-taking through the 'Other Side' model, helping students understand different viewpoints in a conflict.
Focuses on identifying internal 'heat' and using grounding techniques to stay calm during peer disagreements.
Developing a concrete 'Fall Blueprint' and confidence plan for the first week of school to prevent regression and address absenteeism patterns.