A presentation-focused lesson where students learn about the social consequences of their actions through the 'ripple effect' metaphor and then present these concepts to their peers to build a culture of empathy.
A quick, impactful lesson for 5th graders transitioning to middle school. Students explore their internal locus of control through the 'Circle of Control' concept and celebrate their elementary achievements through goal-setting and reflection.
A foundational lesson for Transitional Kindergarten students focused on identifying basic emotions and the physical sensation of being 'wiggly' (stressed) vs. 'still' (calm). Introduces 'Turtle Breathing' as a primary regulation tool.
Reviewing all strategies, celebrating progress, and creating a personalized self-control plan for future use.
Developing impulse control by 'fast-forwarding' to see the potential consequences of different choices.
Managing the intensity of emotions and reactions using the 'Volume Control' strategy for self-regulation in social situations.
Addressing social frustrations by 'rewinding' to understand what happened and how to troubleshoot social bugs with peers.
Focusing on the 'Pause' button to build a gap between impulse and action, featuring strategies for stopping in the moment.
Introduction to the concept of self-control using the remote control metaphor and identifying personal 'impulses' that need managing.
A fast-paced, engaging 15-minute lesson exploring the 'Ripple Effect' of kindness and why it matters for both the giver and the receiver.