A professional toolkit for school counselors and educators to identify K-12 students at risk of mental health regression during summer break, including triage frameworks and handoff documentation.
A social-emotional learning lesson designed for first graders to develop self-awareness regarding 'stuck' thinking and emotional regulation using a 'Brain Mechanics' theme. Students learn to categorize problem sizes and use 'flexible thinking' tools to manage their reactions.
A lesson designed for preschoolers to understand that friends have the right to make their own choices about what to play with and who to play with. This lesson uses social narratives and visual supports to build empathy and social flexibility.
A lesson focused on helping students identify anxiety-driven thoughts as 'brain alarms' and developing a concrete step-by-step plan to manage them.
A gentle, interactive lesson for young learners to understand the concept of a 'personal space bubble' and how to set healthy boundaries with others.
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 30-minute counseling lesson for kindergarteners focused on whole-body listening and mastering two-step directions through movement and art.
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 35-minute academic reflection and self-advocacy workshop for 9th-grade English learners to finish their second semester strongly. Includes bilingual vocabulary support, stress management techniques, and teacher communication scripts.
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.
A transformative workshop for middle and high school students to swap their 'inner critic' for an 'inner advocate,' building resilience and self-compassion to navigate high-stakes testing and academic pressure.
A comprehensive 45-minute lesson covering the critical pillars of responsible social media use, including digital citizenship, mental well-being, and future-proofing one's online presence.
A comprehensive lesson for transition-age students to master reading daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules through realistic workplace scenarios.
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.
The final session focuses on graduation from the group and preparing for major transitions (like the end of the school year) by celebrating progress and brave choices.
This session focuses on predictability and routines, helping students build 'bridges' between home and school using visual schedules and comfort objects.
Students learn active coping strategies, including 'Brave Breaths' and positive self-talk, and caregivers are engaged via a home-connection template.