A foundational lesson on identifying and categorizing emotions using visual tools to improve self-awareness and regulation. Students explore 'The Emotion Lab' to decode their inner feelings and select appropriate response strategies.
A detective-themed investigation where 3rd graders learn to distinguish between private and personal information while practicing safe online habits. Students will identify 'red flags' and develop a set of rules for being a responsible digital citizen.
An introductory lesson on the RIASEC Holland Codes where students take a career interest quiz, analyze their results, and explore different career pathways through global examples.
A focused lesson on executive functioning skills, specifically teaching students how to prioritize tasks using the Eisenhower Matrix and translate those priorities into a functional visual schedule.
A middle school lesson exploring the critical differences between playful teasing and harmful bullying, grounded in Second Step definitions of power imbalance, intent, and repetition.
A social-emotional learning lesson for K-2 students focused on managing spring-time impulsivity using the 'Impulse Anchor' technique. Students learn to recognize high-energy 'Spring Sizzles' and use anchor imagery to stay grounded and make thoughtful choices.
A restorative activity focused on helping a 2nd grade student reflect on exclusionary behavior and create a plan for repair while maintaining self-esteem.
A comprehensive lesson designed for 12th-grade special education students to master essential time management skills needed for the transition to college, focusing on planners, project chunking, and procrastination strategies.
An executive functioning workshop focused on helping students visualize and manage the small transitions (micro-moments) throughout their school day using a cartography-inspired mapping system.
Session 3 of the Heart Helpers program focused on identifying school-based emotions through the Popsicle Break interactive sharing activity.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on identifying the differences between bullying and unkind behavior using the book 'Stick and Stone' as a catalyst for discussion. Students will analyze character actions and apply definitions to real-world scenarios through group discussion and sorting activities.
This lesson builds on 'Reading the Room' by teaching students the 'Pivot Protocol'—the ability to shift behavior once a social cue is detected. Students will practice matching their internal energy to the environment, understanding expected vs. unexpected reactions, and using flexible thinking to navigate social shifts.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 2nd graders using the book 'Stick and Stone' to differentiate between being mean and bullying. Students will learn the key characteristics of each behavior and create a visual poster to demonstrate their understanding.
A nature-based grounding lesson for 4th-7th graders that uses garden metaphors to teach emotional regulation and focus techniques. Students will learn the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method adapted for nature and create a personal 'Peace Patch' plan.