A social-emotional learning lesson focused on the Zen parable of The Empty Boat. Students will explore the nature of anger, mindfulness, and how to stay calm when faced with frustrating situations.
A 20-minute social-emotional learning lesson for K-2 students on identifying the size of friendship problems and choosing appropriate reactions.
A high-energy, 20-minute lesson designed for K-2 students to identify the qualities of a good friend through interactive discussion and visual scenarios.
A hands-on scavenger hunt activity where students discover various community helper careers hidden throughout the library. Students learn about the roles, tools, and importance of different jobs that keep a community running.
A quick, interactive 20-minute lesson for K-2 students focused on identifying and solving small disagreements using the 'Peace Maker' framework. Students learn to distinguish between small and big problems and practice three simple conflict-resolution strategies.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on perspective-taking and compromise through guided role-play scenarios. Students explore the 'Think-Feel-Do' model to understand their peers' viewpoints during conflicts.
A comprehensive lesson designed to prepare 8th-grade students for the transition to high school, covering academic requirements, essential soft skills, and personal goal-setting.
A targeted one-on-one lesson designed to help students master impulse control through 'The Pause' and develop deep empathy by analyzing the impact of their actions on others.
A 60-minute immersive escape room experience where students navigate five themed stations based on the movie Soul Surfer, exploring Bethany Hamilton's resilience and Hawaiian surfing history through ciphers, research, and a physical race.
A dynamic lesson designed to help 6th graders identify their unique personal strengths, understand the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, and build resilience through practical reframing techniques. Students will create a 'blueprint' of their own capabilities and learn how to navigate challenges with a resilient mindset.
A 20-minute social-emotional learning lesson for 1st and 2nd graders focusing on identifying and managing jealousy during playtime, specifically centered around a dollhouse theme.