A worksheet designed for students to practice rewriting disrespectful phrases, distinguishing between emergencies and non-emergencies, and scripting their own respectful communication steps.
A teacher facilitation guide and answer key for the Conversation Compass lesson, including learning objectives, sample responses for the worksheet, and reflection questions.
A set of printable role-play cards featuring realistic social scenarios for students to practice respectful speaking, waiting for pauses, and handling emergencies.
A slide deck visual social story that teaches students how to talk to teachers and when (and how) to interrupt politely. It features clear steps, nautical-themed navigation metaphors, and a scenario challenge.
A comprehensive teacher guide for facilitating the 'Ping Pong Talk' lesson. Includes objectives, step-by-step instructions for slides and worksheets, and troubleshooting tips for common student mistakes.
A practice worksheet for students to identify conversational 'fouls' (The Wall and The Ball Hog) and practice the 'Answer + Detail + Toss' technique for better dialogue flow.
A visual presentation teaching the 'ping pong' analogy for conversation, covering starting a dialogue, responding with detail, and asking questions back. Includes 'foul' examples like the 'Wall' and the 'Ball Hog'.
A one-page infographic handout for parents summarizing the CARES framework and box breathing technique. Revised for single-page fit, improved text contrast, and better label alignment.
A comprehensive 13-slide presentation deck. Includes situational breakdowns for 5 types of transitions, developmental stages, parent/caregiver advice, and coping skills (CARES, Box Breathing). Features specific CUSD contact info and 988 emergency guidance. Revised with minor fixes for legibility and accuracy.
A detailed facilitator guide for a 45-minute workshop for parents on supporting families through transitions. Includes talking points, pacing, and facilitator tips. Revised with improved layout consistency, better spacing, and darker text for accessibility.
A detailed teacher script and facilitation guide for the 10-minute 'Ripple Makers' lesson, including time stamps and specific talking points for each slide.
A 6-slide presentation for 5th graders explaining the science of the 'Helper's High' and the community-wide Ripple Effect of generosity.