A social-emotional learning lesson that teaches elementary students to identify 'unexpected behaviors' across different settings using a detective-themed investigation. Students learn how their actions affect the thoughts and feelings of those around them.

A gentle introduction to friendship for kindergarteners, focusing on kindness, sharing, and simple social skills through the metaphor of a growing garden.

An introductory lesson exploring the concept of neurodiversity. Students learn that just as we look different, our brains think, learn, and feel in different ways.

A supportive lesson focused on easing school-re-entry anxiety and providing concrete strategies for students transitioning back after a break.

A 30-minute introductory lesson for 2nd graders to identify big emotions and practice three specific healthy coping strategies: deep breathing, counting, and talking it out.

A collection of social stories and supporting materials designed to help 2nd graders navigate common social challenges like making mistakes, being wrong, and sharing friends. Uses simple language and clear visuals to build social-emotional resilience.

The culminating unit project where students 'remix' a real or realistic emotional reaction into a thoughtful response. Students analyze the impact of their choice on themselves and others.

Guides students through a deep personal reflection on their emotional triggers and body signals. Students analyze a specific past experience to build self-awareness and prepare for the culminating project.

Focuses on the creation of a personal 'Strategy Toolbox.' Students explore and practice specific emotional regulation techniques like deep breathing, physical space, and cognitive reframing.

Introduces the concept of emotional reactions versus intentional responses through scenario analysis and peer discussion.

Reviewing all steps and setting a long-term goal for classroom independence.

Practicing 'Pause Power' in controlled classroom situations.

Understanding how charting success leads to 'Power Rewards' (bonus break time).