A 25-minute social communication activity for 6th-grade boys to reflect on winter break and set goals for the new year. This Tier 2 lesson focuses on sharing experiences, active listening, and peer relationship building.
A high-impact, 20-minute session designed to boost self-esteem and promote positive self-image through the use of affirmations and reflective practice. Girls will learn to identify their internal narrator and reframe negative self-talk into empowering statements.
An expanded lesson on mastering empathy through the 'Perspective Lens' metaphor. Students explore warm-up scenarios, learn concrete strategies (Empathy Mapping, 'I' Statements, Role-Playing), and apply them to complex social situations.
Students practice interview etiquette and evaluate interview behaviors using a simplified rubric and video analysis of common interview mistakes.
Students explore qualities that make a "good employee," such as punctuality, hygiene, and teamwork, through a "Hire vs. Not Ready Yet" behavior sorting activity.
Students will differentiate between hard skills (learned tasks) and soft skills (people skills) using visual aids and sorting activities tailored for low cognitive ability levels.
A comprehensive lesson designed to help students identify, navigate, and resist negative peer pressure while recognizing positive influence. Students will practice assertive communication and develop personal strategies for staying true to their values.
A set of materials designed to gather meaningful input from students in alternative education settings to tailor instruction and support to their specific needs and interests.
A lesson focused on developing a growth mindset toward change, equipping students with practical strategies for adapting to new routines and communicating their feelings effectively.
A game-inspired goal-setting activity designed for parent-teacher conferences, focusing on identifying student strengths and growth areas through a 'future quest' lens.
A small group social skills unit focused on defining friendship, identifying bullying, and mastering conflict resolution strategies for 6th-grade students.
Focuses on long-term maintenance, reflecting on growth, and creating a personalized 'Operation Manual' for future challenges.
Teaches effective communication tools like 'I' statements and active listening to resolve conflicts without overheating.