A slide deck focusing on identifying personal emotional triggers and the physical warning signs of an impending 'hijack'.
A teacher facilitation guide for the 'Middle School Quest' lesson. It provides pacing suggestions, discussion prompts for each game level, and tips for managing student anxiety during the transition.
A student worksheet designed as a 'Character Sheet' to accompany the transition game. Students identify their personal strengths, identify supportive adults, brainstorm conversation starters, and practice problem-solving for common middle school challenges.
A gamified presentation to introduce incoming middle schoolers to their new environment. It includes scenario-based levels focused on meeting new people, navigating changes like lockers and schedules, and choosing good friends, all with a retro-gaming 'Level Up' aesthetic.
A 3-page student packet including a social story about self-advocacy, a diagnostic checklist, reflection questions with script-building areas, and standalone printable tools (sentence starters and mini cards). Updated to remove drawing tasks and focus on verbal rehearsal.
A collection of small, cut-out advocacy cards including the 'Am I Stuck?' checklist and quick sentence starters. Designed to be taped to a desk or kept in a pencil case for portable support.
A full-page visual reference of sentence starters for self-advocacy, categorized by situation (Starting, Pacing, Teamwork, and Specifics). Designed for easy reference on a desk or wall. Now fits on a single page.
A teacher's facilitation guide for the Voice Power lesson, updated to prioritize verbal rehearsal and scripting over drawing tasks. Includes instructional tips, discussion prompts, and differentiation strategies.
A supportive slide deck designed for direct instruction on self-advocacy. Covers 'the fog' of confusion, the 2-minute rule for seeking help, and practical sentence starters for middle schoolers.
Financial Friday presentation slides. Connects financial literacy to stress management by introducing the concept of a 'Resiliency Fund' (emergency savings) and distinguishing between needs and wants. Now with improved text contrast and balanced visual layout.
