A comprehensive facilitator guide for the school counselor, detailing the CBT-informed framework, session objectives, and step-by-step instructions for each of the four small-group counseling sessions.
A set of 10 printable discussion cards (8 pre-filled, 2 blank templates) designed to facilitate peer-to-peer conversations about emotions. Each card includes a sentence starter ('I feel... when...') and a specific 'Partner Action' to encourage empathy and active listening.
A printable craft activity for students. It features two wheels (a cover and a strategy wheel) that students cut out, color, and assemble to create a 'Strategy Spinner' for identifying coping mechanisms for four core emotions.
A concise, one-page facilitation guide for teachers. It provides a minute-by-minute breakdown of a 20-minute SEL lesson, including discussion questions, objectives, and specific strategies for managing a small group of 10 students.
A vibrant 5-slide presentation designed for a 20-minute SEL lesson. It introduces 'The Way I Feel' by Janan Cain, facilitates peer discussion with 'Heart Talk' prompts, and provides instructions for a 'Strategy Spinner' craft activity.
A parent handout for the 'Brain Mechanics' lesson, summarizing key vocabulary, the 1-5 problem scale, and at-home reinforcement strategies for managing stuck thinking and emotional regulation.
A teacher-facing reading guide for the 'Brain Mechanics' lesson, providing discussion prompts and analysis strategies for recommended books like 'A Little Spot of Flexible Thinking' and 'Soda Pop Head'.
A student assessment for the Brain Mechanics lesson, styled as a 'Master Mechanic Certification' to check for understanding of problem sizes and flexible thinking.
An answer key for the Brain Mechanics lesson, providing suggested categorizations for the sorting activity and correct matches for the student worksheet.