Active listening, assertive expression, and boundary-setting strategies for interpersonal success. Develops proficiency in conflict mediation, cooperative teamwork, and the cultivation of healthy romantic and platonic connections.
A therapeutic and self-discovery sequence for 2nd graders to identify personal sources of joy. Students explore the physical sensations of happiness, categorize their interests, and create a personalized 'Joy Menu' to use as a coping strategy for emotional regulation.
A 2nd-grade sequence on digital literacy focusing on file naming, folder organization, search retrieval, cloud storage, and digital collaboration. Students learn to maintain a clean digital workspace through a 'Cyber Space Station' theme.
This sequence empowers 2nd-grade students with self-advocacy skills to navigate obstacles. It moves from recognizing when help is needed to choosing the right helper and using specific, actionable language or non-verbal signals.
This sequence focuses on auditory processing and the cognitive strategy of verbal rehearsal (self-talk) to hold information in working memory. Students learn to 'catch' a verbal instruction, repeat it to themselves or a peer, and then execute it.
A sequence focused on helping students overcome emotional barriers to task initiation using a 'Task Doctor' theme. Students learn to identify avoidance behaviors, diagnose the root cause of being 'stuck', and prescribe effective self-talk solutions through role-play and reflection.
A game-based sequence focused on topic maintenance, using the 'Conversation Train' metaphor to help students visualize linear coherence, filter relevance, and utilize smooth transitions in discussion.
This sequence teaches 2nd-grade students how to adapt to social plan changes and peer conflicts using flexibility strategies. Students learn to negotiate compromises, handle absent partners, solve resource problems, and support peers experiencing change-related distress.
This sequence teaches 2nd-grade students how to navigate and contribute to classroom organization using color-coding and visual labels. Students move from identifying existing systems to designing their own, fostering independence and responsibility in shared spaces.
A 5-lesson sequence for 2nd graders focusing on trust, peer support, and physical cooperation through outdoor team-building activities. Students progress from verbal affirmations to physical reliance and group celebrations.
A 5-lesson series for 2nd graders focused on team-building and collaborative problem-solving through outdoor adventure scenarios. Students develop communication, strategic thinking, and resilience as they navigate physical and mental challenges.
A 5-lesson unit for 2nd graders focused on verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and precision in teamwork through adventure-based activities.
This sequence explores how environmental factors and community interactions impact sensory regulation. Students learn to audit their surroundings, respect diverse sensory needs, practice co-regulation, troubleshoot transitions, and collaboratively create a classroom sensory contract.
A project-based sequence for 2nd graders focusing on empathy and conflict resolution. Students learn to see multiple perspectives, analyze conflicts, and design tangible 'Peace Tools' like a Peace Path or Peace Corner for their classroom community.
This 2nd-grade mindfulness sequence bridges stillness and activity through mindful movement. Students practice sustaining attention through slow-motion challenges, balancing, mirroring, and smooth transitions, learning to apply mindfulness to their physical bodies and daily routines.
This sequence explores the fluidity of identity across different social contexts, introducing the concept of social roles. Students use inquiry and discussion to understand that they act differently as a student, a sibling, or a friend, yet remain the same person, building towards social responsibility.
A 2nd-grade introduction to economics focusing on borrowing, lending, and investment through hands-on simulations and classroom metaphors. Students learn the responsibility of credit and the value of investing in tools to create products.
A six-session social-emotional learning program for 2nd and 3rd-grade boys focused on identifying emotions, physical regulation, and peaceful conflict resolution through a fun 'Feelings Detectives' theme.
A six-session social-emotional learning program for 2nd and 3rd-grade boys focused on identifying emotions, understanding body clues, using calming strategies, and mastering conflict resolution. Students act as 'Feelings Detectives' on a mission to understand themselves and others.
A six-session social-emotional learning program for 2nd and 3rd-grade boys, focusing on identifying emotions, body clues, calming strategies, and conflict resolution through a detective-themed mission.
A unit focused on building school culture, social-emotional learning, and classroom community for early elementary students. This sequence helps students understand the value of education and their place within the school community.
A comprehensive unit for 2nd-grade students to recognize emotional escalation and apply appropriate grounding strategies. Through storytelling, mapping, and simulation, students build self-awareness and co-regulation skills to navigate crisis moments effectively.
A 2nd-grade unit focused on empathy, safety, and respect in digital spaces. Students learn to recognize feelings behind the screen, identify unkind behavior, follow safety protocols, and act as upstanders to build a positive online community.
Students move from reactive emotional responses to proactive negotiation. They learn de-escalation, empathy through perspective-taking, and a structured 4-step 'Peace Path' to resolve playground and classroom conflicts independently.
This sequence teaches 2nd-grade students how to use mindfulness for emotional regulation and kindness. Students explore their 'internal weather,' learn to use a 'pause button' for impulse control, visualize a safe place, and practice heartfulness by sending kind thoughts to themselves and others.
This sequence introduces students to the fundamental concepts of personal space and physical boundaries through interactive movement and role-playing activities. Students learn to define their personal space, practice asking for consent, and develop assertive communication skills to maintain their safety and respect the boundaries of others.
A 5-lesson unit where students become 'Friendship Detectives' to identify healthy and unhealthy relationship dynamics. Using case studies, sorting games, and creative projects, students learn to recognize green and red flags, distinguish between teasing and bullying, and resolve conflicts safely.
A 5-lesson unit for 2nd graders that connects emotional intelligence to self-identity. Students explore nuanced emotions, personal triggers, artistic expression, self-regulation, and the concept of emotions as a shifting 'weather' that reflects their unique identity.
A 10-session series for K-2 students focused on social-emotional learning, helping them identify, understand, and manage their emotions through interactive stories, games, and creative activities.
A 10-session series for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students focusing on social and emotional learning and regulation. Through engaging activities, stories, and reflection, students build emotional literacy, empathy, and self-regulation skills.
A comprehensive 10-session social-emotional learning series for K-2 students, focusing on emotional literacy, regulation, empathy, and social problem-solving.
A 10-session series for K-2 students focused on identifying, understanding, and managing emotions through interactive stories, games, and creative activities.
A 10-session social-emotional learning series for K-2 students, focusing on identifying, understanding, and managing emotions through interactive stories, games, and creative activities.
A comprehensive unit on social-emotional learning that covers friendship across developmental stages, from basic sharing in Pre-K to complex empathy and conflict resolution in 5th grade.
A 2nd-grade sequence focused on 'Theory of Mind' and perspective-taking through social stories. Students investigate how different people feel, the 'why' behind school rules, and the impact of their actions on others.
An end-of-year reflection and social-emotional learning series styled as a scientific laboratory. Students act as 'Growth Chemists' to study and control their reaction rates, transmit self-advocacy signals, and map out their senior scientist support network.
A comprehensive social skills unit focusing on personal space and boundaries across various school settings and routines for the week of May 25th. This unit differentiates for four distinct classroom groups (Kean, Ramapo, WP, and WashU) with tailored social stories and activities.
A high-energy review sequence designed for 2nd grade boys to master the Superflex curriculum. Students will identify the 14 Unthinkabots and their counterparts, the Thinkables, through interactive trading cards and scenario-based battle planning.
A social-emotional learning unit focusing on physical boundaries, personal space, and impulse control for students who need visual supports.
A specialized counseling sequence focused on replacing physical aggression with functional communication and sensory regulation for students with high-needs autism. This sequence emphasizes 'Gentle Hands' and provides visual tools for managing frustration when denied access.
A 3-part counseling series focused on developing social-emotional communication skills, specifically identifying needs, using appropriate tone, and self-advocacy.
A comprehensive training program for early elementary students to learn personal space boundaries and healthy ways to manage frustration, specifically focusing on keeping hands to self.
A comprehensive collection of social emotional learning resources focused on developing pro-social behaviors and self-regulation skills in the classroom.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning framework for a school district, aligning CASEL competencies with a year-long monthly calendar and implementation tools for PK-5 educators.
A social-emotional learning unit for 2nd graders focused on identifying, preventing, and responding to bullying. Students learn the difference between mean behavior and bullying, identify trusted adults, and practice 'upstander' skills.
A series of LEGO-themed lessons focusing on social-emotional learning, personal boundaries, and self-regulation skills for students. The sequence combines specialized behavioral supports with general life skills and counseling strategies.
A 5-week school-based counseling program designed to improve student self-regulation and personal boundaries through walk-and-talk therapy and informal check-ins.
A 4-week CBT-based individual counseling sequence designed to help students with selective mutism manage anxiety, challenge negative thoughts, practice self-advocacy, and boost self-esteem. The sequence uses a superhero theme to empower students and provide a structured, gradual approach to communication goals.
A comprehensive series of parent handouts designed for elementary school counselors to facilitate difficult conversations between parents and children. Grounded in NASP guidelines, these resources provide evidence-based strategies for addressing bullying, grief, anxiety, and school safety.
A 10-week Tier 3 individualized intervention for a 2nd-grade student, focusing on social-emotional skills like empathy, self-regulation, and honesty through a 'Quest Master' gaming theme.
A comprehensive K-12 bullying prevention curriculum strictly aligned with Texas David's Law and TEC Chapter 37, focusing on the distinction between conflict and bullying, cyberbullying, and school safety. Now renamed to the Leadership Protocol.
A 12-unit social-emotional and English communication curriculum designed for learners aged 5-7. Integrating Janine Halloran's 'Social Skills for Kids' and DBT frameworks, this program focuses on building confidence, basic conversation flow, and reasoning skills through simplified language and role-play.
A fun, adventure-themed 8-lesson summer program for kids ages 7-10. This curriculum uses simple language and playful metaphors to teach confidence, communication, friendship, and family teamwork.
A 4-week social skills series for 2nd graders focused on navigating peer interactions, from getting attention to handling accidents and rejection with a nautical 'Friendship Navigator' theme.
A comprehensive 4-week social skills unit for 1st and 2nd grade students, focusing on the foundational skills of making, choosing, and keeping friends through literature and hands-on activities.
A dynamic, science-themed group counseling curriculum that helps elementary students build essential social skills, friendship qualities, and positive self-talk. Through hands-on 'experiments' and interactive lessons, students master the elements of healthy social connections.
A two-part SEL sequence for a one-on-one session. It introduces the "Gear Switch" metaphor for transitions and follows up with a deeper look at personal responsibility and how "focusing on yourself" translates to group success.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning unit designed to build empathy, conflict resolution skills, and perspective-taking across different grade levels.
A series of lessons focused on social-emotional learning, specifically targeting teamwork, communication, and problem-solving through active play.
A comprehensive suite of evidence-based mental health interventions and resources for school clinicians, covering grief, depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, and crisis prevention for K-12 students.
A comprehensive sequence focused on developing core social competencies through hands-on role-play, observation, and analysis. Students learn to navigate friendships, manage intense emotions, and decode non-verbal communication.
A comprehensive toolkit for school counselors and staff to support students experiencing prolonged grief. This sequence provides age-appropriate emotional regulation tools, communication strategies, and professional development for staff to create a trauma-informed environment.
A 4-lesson school counseling unit designed for the 'A+ Attendance' group to improve student attendance and attitudes toward learning for PK-2nd grade students. The program uses a bilingual (English/Spanish) approach and a 'Lunch Group' format to build positive school connections.
A social-emotional learning unit focusing on classroom behavior, conflict resolution, and making positive choices for primary students.
An 8-week telehealth play therapy program for an 8-year-old girl, focusing on social anxiety, self-confidence, and coping skills through scavenger hunts, bibliotherapy, and digital drawing.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning sequence for elementary students (K-4) focusing on conflict resolution through the ABC model (Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence). Students learn to identify triggers, analyze their own behaviors, and work towards positive social outcomes.
A series of collaborative lessons designed for Best Buddies pairs to foster social connection through shared creative projects, from gardening to storytelling.
A series of lessons designed to help K-2 students in self-contained settings recognize and identify emotions in others using visual cues and situational context.
A comprehensive Social-Emotional Learning unit designed to help students identify, understand, and navigate complex emotional landscapes. Through investigative activities, students become 'Heart Detectives' who look for clues in behavior and internal states.
A three-lesson SEL unit focused on defining kindness, putting it into action, and building a sustainable culture of empathy within the classroom. Students progress from identifying kind acts to becoming active 'kindness catalysts' in their community.
A multi-session intervention program designed to help students understand the classroom 'ripple effect' through perspective-taking and scenario analysis.
A series of lessons focused on developing agency and community awareness in young learners through the NYS Portrait of a Graduate framework, focusing on Empowered Learning and Global Citizenship.
A series of social-emotional learning lessons designed to teach students from Kindergarten to 4th Grade the fundamentals of building and maintaining healthy friendships through active listening, empathy, and kindness.
A 5-lesson sequence for 2nd-grade social communication students using a 'Conversation Train' metaphor to teach topic maintenance, relevant comments, identifying off-topic remarks, asking follow-up questions, and transitioning between topics.
This sequence teaches 2nd-grade students how to manage conflict through active listening and collaborative negotiation. Students learn to de-escalate their emotions, listen with intent, brainstorm 'win-win' solutions, and use fair decision-making tools to resolve disputes independently.
This sequence teaches 2nd-grade students how to identify complex emotions and use 'I' statements to resolve conflicts effectively and empathetically. Students move from building emotional vocabulary to practicing structured communication frames in real-world scenarios.
This sequence empowers 2nd-grade students to define their personal boundaries, recognize internal warning signals, and use clear communication to advocate for their physical and emotional well-being. Students move from understanding their own 'personal bubble' to creating a comprehensive safety plan with trusted adults.
A five-lesson sequence for 2nd-grade students focusing on identifying trusted adults, distinguishing between problem sizes, and using assertive communication to seek help effectively. students will build a personal support network and practice the persistence needed to ensure their safety and well-being.
A sequence for 2nd graders focused on dysregulation recovery, teaching students how to 'borrow calm' from safe adults, use non-verbal signals, and successfully rejoin their classroom community after a meltdown or sensory overload.
This sequence explores how tone of voice, body language, and context change the meaning of words. Students move from auditory analysis of tone to complex social role-playing, focusing on sarcasm, hyperbole, and social inferencing.
A series of lessons designed to help students decode the unwritten social rules that govern school life, focusing on building 'social intelligence' in various environments.
A series of lessons designed to prepare students for field trips by following a character named Sam through two different scenarios: a walking trip to the library and a bus trip to the zoo. The lessons focus on safety, respect, and behavioral expectations using a social story format.
A series of short, high-impact lessons focused on essential classroom behaviors: following directions, personal space, and turn-taking. Designed for small group instruction in a 10-minute "lab" format.
A two-part sequence designed to help students navigate complex emotional landscapes and understand the social and personal implications of their choices, specifically focusing on emotional regulation and honesty.
A social-emotional learning sequence for early elementary students to master classroom behavior, self-regulation, and peer conflict resolution. It features the 'Choice Champions' lesson on smart behavior choices and the 'Peace Pals' lesson on conflict coping skills.
A collection of colorful, minimalist posters for an elementary school bulletin board, providing families with routines, school support information, and community resources.
A comprehensive social-emotional learning sequence focused on helping 2nd-grade students navigate play dynamics, handle disappointments gracefully, cooperate with peers, and share actively.
A comprehensive character education program for Pre-K through 5th grade, featuring monthly social-emotional traits, interactive slides, and student-facing activities designed to build a positive school culture.
A comprehensive K-12 Social-Emotional Learning curriculum focusing on behavior regulation, social skills, and mental health resilience. This sequence provides a developmental pathway from emotional foundations in elementary school to complex coping strategies and social navigation in high school.
A space-themed social skills unit focused on building flexible thinking and social problem-solving skills in young learners. Students become 'Space Scouts' training to navigate the Glitchy Galaxy by learning to adapt to change and solve interpersonal challenges.
A supportive sequence designed to help the eldest child in a family transition from feeling burdened by expectations to feeling empowered as a 'Family Team Captain'. It uses sports metaphors to teach leadership, patience, and the rewards of being a role model.
An 8-mission adventure for kids ages 7-10 focused on building social-emotional skills, growth mindset, and confidence through the lens of a grand explorer's journey.
A comprehensive PBIS-based attendance framework designed to move students from chronic absenteeism to consistent engagement through three tiers of support. Includes instructional slides, family communication tools, and data-driven intervention guides.
