A slide presentation for Day 3 of the Early Childhood Olympics, focusing on Safety and Environment. Includes realistic math problems, quadrant rules for layouts, and a 5-question high-speed Safety Audit.
A simplified email template for caregivers introducing the 'Inner Explorer' group. Includes placeholders for group day and time, a summary of the 6-week curriculum, and an explanation of key concepts like 'Pebbles vs. Boulders'. Designed for quick copying into an email or school newsletter.
A sorting activity worksheet for first graders to practice identifying the difference between 'Pebbles' (small problems) and 'Boulders' (big problems). Includes a word bank of relatable scenarios and clear sorting areas to reinforce when to seek adult support.
The culminating student worksheet for the Inner Explorer program, updated to include 'Pebbles vs. Boulders' problem sizing. Students document their favorite tool, their support team, and specific plans for handling different problem sizes.
The final teacher's guide for the Inner Explorer program. Focuses on synthesizing the six weeks of learning, guiding students through the creation of their personalized mission plans, and conducting a celebration ceremony to recognize student achievement in self-regulation.
A celebratory and comprehensive review slide deck for the final week of the Inner Explorer program. Summarizes the four key tools learned (Feelings, Breath, Movement, Team), guides students in creating a personalized toolkit, and celebrates their growth as self-regulated learners.
A formal behavioral contract for students using sensory tools (fidgets). Outlines three key rules (Eyes on Speaker, Quiet Hands, Safe Storage), includes a space for students to draw their selected tool, and provides a signature line to foster a sense of responsibility and ownership.
A teacher's guide for introducing fidget tools in the first-grade classroom. Includes a clear 'Tool vs. Toy' demonstration script, behavioral expectations for fidget use, and a classroom management strategy for storing and retrieving sensory tools.
A slide deck for teaching first graders how to use fidgets (Focus Friends) responsibly. Explains the difference between a tool and a toy, provides clear rules for engagement (Eyes Up, Keep it Quiet, Desk Home), and builds anticipation for signing a focus contract.
A set of six printable scenario cards for first-grade role-playing, updated to include the 'Pebbles vs. Boulders' concept. Each card presents a situation and helps students practice deciding whether to solve it independently or seek adult assistance.