Emotion recognition ranging from basic feelings to complex nuances and mixed states. Strengthens accurate self-assessment through identity exploration, strength identification, and values-based decision making.
Celebrating progress and reviewing all strategies learned over the 8 weeks.
Learning how to apologize and reset after an accidental blurt occurs.
Using detective skills to analyze complex scenarios and determine the best 'Thought Tamer' move.
Applying the filter to specific classroom routines like raising hands and group discussions.
Learning the '5-Second Braking' technique to pause before a thought leaves the mouth.
Exploring how blurting affects friends and teachers, focusing on the social consequences of the 'Outside' thought.
Active practice sorting various thoughts into 'stay inside' and 'can come out' categories through interactive games.
Introduction to the concept of Inside vs. Outside thoughts and the 'Thought Filter' mechanism.
Final reflection, celebration of growth, and planning for the journey ahead.
Reviewing various coping skills and creating a personalized 'Survival Kit' for future use.
Focusing on the power of breath and mindfulness as internal tools for regulation.
Identifying cognitive distortions or 'tricky trails' and learning to reframe thoughts using a 'Thought Compass'.
Understanding the physical 'alarm system' of the body and learning grounding techniques to stay present during 'storms'.
Introduction to the group, establishing norms, and identifying individual stress triggers using the 'Stress Landscape' metaphor.
Focuses on the art of a sincere apology and celebrates the completion of the social skills group.
Interpreting body language and social cues while understanding the importance of following group rules.
Categorizing 'Big vs. Small' problems and learning basic conflict resolution steps.
Teaches conversation skills, active listening, and how to maintain the flow of a social interaction.
Focuses on identifying emotions in oneself and others (empathy) using the concept of a 'Heart Radar'.
Introduces the group and explores the qualities of a good friend versus a 'friend-in-training' (bad friend traits).
A fast-paced, 10-minute social-emotional learning lesson focused on building self-confidence through self-acceptance and kindness toward others. Students define self-esteem and set immediate goals for personal growth and peer acceptance.
Students explore core leadership qualities through the lens of superheroes, identifying their own unique leadership 'superpowers' and learning how to lead with empathy, courage, and teamwork.
Students identify their personal strengths and positive qualities, reframing them as "inner superpowers". This lesson helps build self-esteem and a positive self-concept.
Students become Emotion Detectives to identify and name core emotions by looking for facial and body clues. This K-3 lesson focuses on happy, sad, angry, scared, surprised, and disgusted.
A gentle introduction to Autism for elementary students, focusing on neurodiversity and practical ways to be a supportive classmate using a social story approach.
A comprehensive 60-minute introduction to growth mindset for elementary students, focusing on the science of the brain and the "Power of Yet" through hands-on activities, journaling, and group games.
A comprehensive one-hour lesson on growth mindset, covering neuroplasticity, the power of 'yet', and strategies for overcoming challenges.
A collection of activities and resources to wrap up Term 1, focusing on positive mindset, resilience, and self-care strategies for primary school students.
Teacher-facing resources for implementing the Skill Squad program, including facilitation guides and sequence overviews.
Teaches a concrete framework for resolving conflicts and the components of a sincere, effective apology.
Explores what makes a good friend and provides practice for initiating and maintaining positive social connections.
Focuses on the mechanics of active listening and the social dance of turn-taking in conversation.
Students will learn to identify physiological signs of big emotions and develop a 'toolbelt' of strategies for managing them effectively.
A session teaching practical steps to resolve disagreements peacefully and find 'win-win' solutions for everyone involved.
A session dedicated to understanding others' perspectives and practicing intentional acts of kindness to strengthen the community.
A session focused on identifying emotions and learning self-regulation strategies to stay in control of one's 'emotional cockpit'.
A session exploring what makes a good friend and how to build strong, supportive relationships using the 'Buddy Blueprint' model.
A social-emotional learning lesson designed to help 2nd-grade students develop leadership skills at home with younger siblings. The lesson focuses on modeling calm behavior, using kind words, and collaborative problem-solving to improve home dynamics and school focus.
The tenth week of the intervention, focusing on gratitude and finishing the Quest Master Training (System Audit).
The ninth week of the intervention, focusing on honesty as a direct path to success (True North Navigation).
The eighth week of the intervention, focusing on solving social conflicts with system thinking (Debug Puzzles).
The seventh week of the intervention, focusing on understanding choices and natural consequences (Logic Loops).
The sixth week of the intervention, focusing on respectful communication protocols (Comms Link Cards).
The fifth week of the intervention, focusing on social awareness (Radar Training) and detecting emotional signals in others.
The fourth week of the intervention, focusing on mastering the System Reboot (tactical break) strategy.
The third week of the intervention, focusing on introducing self-regulation tools (Firewall Sensory Kit).
The first week of the intervention, focusing on establishing the theme, identifying body signals (CPU Heat), and launching the Training Log.
The second week of the intervention, focusing on the Circle of Control (Anchor of Control) and understanding system boundaries.
A lesson celebrating diversity and inner strengths based on the book 'All People Are Beautiful' by Vincent Kelly. Students explore physical differences and internal character traits through a community mural project and individual reflection.
A transition-focused lesson that moves students from personal vision to concrete action steps through the ICAP framework, tailored for Elementary, Middle, and High School levels.
A collaborative workshop session where educators map out the developmental stages of a student's journey from elementary awareness to high school application and outcome access.
A fast-paced, interactive activity where students expand their understanding of familiar careers into broader industry pathways and explore the skills and steps needed to reach them.
A strategic career planning lesson for high schoolers focusing on comparing specific pathways (CTE, college, military) and evaluating local versus out-of-area opportunities.
A career exploration lesson for middle schoolers that dives into salary, education requirements, and identifying stereotypes or barriers within specific career fields.
An introductory career awareness lesson for elementary students focusing on identifying job skills and exploring 'who else' can do a job. Students use a graphic organizer to expand their understanding of common professions.
A professional development session for educators to learn how to facilitate career expansion activities that challenge student assumptions and connect learning to diverse pathways.
A comprehensive lesson package for the 'Who I Am -> Who I'm Becoming' activity, designed to build self-awareness and connect student identity to future career and academic pathways across K-12.
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.
A 30-minute lesson introducing Grade 1 and 2 students to self-regulation during whole-group instruction through the 'Focus Pilot' metaphor, covering whole body listening and concentration skills.
A comprehensive primary lesson focused on building positive relationships, understanding fairness, and developing social skills through interactive candy-themed activities.
An introductory lesson on gratitude where students define the concept, engage in a visual anchor chart activity, and play a classroom-wide game of Gratitude Bingo.
An end-of-year lesson for K-2 students focused on navigating social interactions using the Circle of Control and celebrating friendship growth. Students will learn what they can influence in their friendships and reflect on their social successes throughout the year.
A lesson designed for 2nd graders to manage ruminating sad thoughts using externalization (thought distancing) and flexible thinking through the metaphor of a 'Thought Train'.
An SEL lesson focused on distinguishing between hurtful and helpful language, introducing 'I' statements to manage emotions and maintain positive relationships.
A set of reflection tools for students in grades K-5 to process behavioral incidents through the lens of core values: Respect, Responsibility, and Regard for Others. Includes tiered versions for lower and upper elementary students.
Students present their Joy Menus to small groups, allowing peers to borrow ideas to add to their own lists. The lesson concludes with a commitment to try one menu item over the weekend.
Using their investigations, students create a visual 'menu' or choice board of their top 5 reliable mood-boosting activities. They illustrate these options to serve as a reference tool.
Students rotate through stations testing different types of positive engagement: creative (drawing), active (jumping jacks), and relaxing (deep breathing). They record how each station changes their energy level.
Students engage in an activity sorting game where they categorize various pastimes into 'Love it,' 'It's okay,' and 'Not for me.' This helps them realize that positive experiences are unique to each individual.
In this culminating lesson, students create a personal 'Bounce-Back Plan' emergency card. They identify three specific actions they can take when feeling low to build resilience and autonomy.
Students practice role-playing the transition from recognizing a negative feeling to choosing a positive action. They use 'Joy Menus' to simulate real-world application of emotional regulation strategies.
Using character scenarios, students apply their knowledge to help others. They analyze social stories and prescribe positive activities to help characters 'flip the switch' on their feelings.
Students conduct movement experiments to see how physical activity impacts their mindset. They observe the difficulty of maintaining a low mood while engaging in high-energy positive actions.
Students learn to identify the physical signals of sadness, boredom, and anxiety through body scanning and a game of 'Statues'. This foundational lesson focuses on recognizing when an emotional shift is needed.
Students reflect on their habits and mood patterns to set personal goals for maintaining a positive daily routine.
Students use a tracker to monitor positive activities and their subsequent mood, reinforcing the link between action and emotion.
Students learn to schedule intentional 'joy breaks' into their weekly calendar, treating self-care as an important commitment.
Students create a 'Happiness Jar' filled with positive activity ideas to combat decision fatigue and provide quick mood boosts.
Students analyze daily routines to understand how 'empty spots' affect mood and learn how purposeful routines can boost happiness.
Students define joy and identify what happiness feels like in their bodies. They brainstorm activities that elicit positive emotions and distinguish between short-term fun and long-term happiness.
Students identify their own barriers to starting work and select a personal 'Power Phrase' motto for future tasks.
Students role-play scenarios where they help a peer get 'unstuck' using their self-talk prescriptions.
Students match specific self-talk 'prescriptions' to diagnosed problems and practice delivering these lines to characters.
Students act as 'Task Doctors' to determine why a character is stuck (boredom, difficulty, fatigue) and practice labeling these emotions.
Students identify behaviors that show someone is avoiding work and brainstorm what emotions might be driving those behaviors through case studies.
Students enact short skits facing obstacles and effectively asking for help, synthesizing the entire 'Try -> Assess -> Ask' sequence.
Introduces non-verbal advocacy tools like flip cards and hand signals for students who may be overwhelmed or need to signal for help without interrupting.
This lesson targets the language of self-advocacy. Students practice changing generic complaints into specific requests that identify the exact obstacle.
Students map out the classroom ecosystem to identify who can help with different problems. This fosters social awareness and reduces bottlenecks at the teacher's desk.
Students learn to identify the 'tipping point'—the moment after they have tried independent strategies but remain stuck. They categorize scenarios into 'Try more' vs. 'Ask now' to prevent immediate dependence on adults.
Students navigate a simple classroom obstacle course. At each station, they must say their action aloud before performing it to proceed.
Students work in pairs to act out the morning arrival routine. One student plays the 'stuck' student, and the other plays the 'brain' that gives the verbal prompt.
A 'Simon Says' style game where students practice listening for and repeating the starting command before doing it. Focuses on the pause-plan-act cycle.
