A 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 4th graders to manage test anxiety through deep breathing, positive self-talk, and practical test-taking strategies.
A quick-fire 20-minute lesson teaching students how to use their 'social filter' to distinguish between thoughts that should stay inside and words that are okay to say aloud.
This lesson helps students with ADHD master self-control using the 'Inner Remote' metaphor. It focuses on filtering thoughts through the THINK acronym and provides practical tools for managing impulses during difficult transitions and social interactions.
A high-energy teamwork activity where participants must coordinate movements using strings to control a single marker and trace complex paths.
A lesson focused on self-reflection and emotional awareness, helping students process their daily experiences through visual metaphors.
A creative project where students author and illustrate original children's books that teach essential life lessons and core values to younger peers.
Students work in small groups to rehearse and perform mystery plays, analyzing their specific plot structures and reflecting on social-emotional themes.
Students learn the fundamental components of a play script and use a model play to identify setting, characters, and plot structure.
Explores personal history and resilience by identifying personal strengths and role models to navigate future challenges.
Focuses on citizenship and interpersonal skills by using the metaphor of building bridges to resolve conflicts and connect with others in their community.
Students use geographical concepts to map their emotions and identify "safe places," building self-awareness and emotional regulation.
A calming introductory session for 4th graders to learn and practice three specific breath work techniques to manage emotions and improve focus.
A 7th-grade lesson focused on evaluating everyday decisions using a structured 5-step decision-making model. Students will analyze scenarios and apply the model to their own lives.
Reflecting on progress and celebrating the mission's success. Students create a 'Stay-in-Orbit' plan for long-term consistency.
Identifying the ground crew. Students learn how to communicate when they are struggling and who at home and school can help them 'launch' on tough days.
Building practical morning routines. Students create a 'Pre-Flight Checklist' to ensure a successful launch from home to school every morning.
Focuses on the social benefits of school and building a sense of belonging. Students identify their 'Satellite Team'—friends and staff who make school a place they want to be.
Officers investigate the 'Gravity' pulling them away from school. Students identify specific barriers (sleep, anxiety, morning chaos) and scale them from Mouse to Elephant glitches.
The initial meeting of the Launchpad League attendance group. Students establish group norms, identify the 'Gravity' (reasons) that keeps them from school, and understand the mission of being present.
A social skills assessment and introductory lesson for 4th and 5th graders to identify needs in self-esteem, friendship, and impulse control.
A quick 20-minute introductory lesson for primary students (K-4) to define social skills and explore their importance through the lens of 'Social Superpowers'. Includes direct instruction, a roleplay activity, and visual aids.
A collection of resources to help kindergarteners develop emotional regulation skills, specifically targeting academic frustration and jealousy. Includes parent guidance and child-friendly visual aids.
A 30-minute character education lesson for 4th graders focusing on integrity, owning up to mistakes, standing up for others, and honesty. Students act as 'Truth Detectives' to solve ethical dilemmas.
Students will learn to identify common financial scams, protect their personal information online, and understand the steps to take if they become a victim of identity theft.
An introduction to the world of credit, covering how credit scores work in Canada, the difference between credit and debit, and the true cost of borrowing money.
Students will explore the power of compound interest, understand the difference between simple and compound growth, and set SMART financial goals using Canadian savings tools like TFSAs.
A 20-minute lesson teaching K-4 students conflict resolution strategies through a 'Peace Patch' garden theme, focusing on breathing, I-statements, and finding solutions.
Students will master the daily operations of a bank account, including using debit cards, avoiding common fees, using mobile banking apps safely, and tracking their spending.
Students will learn the difference between checking and savings accounts, compare different banking institutions, and identify the specific documents required to open an account as a minor.
A 20-minute lesson for grades K-4 focused on identifying and managing "big" emotions using a weather-themed framework. Students learn to recognize emotional 'storms' and use specific tools to find their way back to 'sunny' skies.