A teacher's guide for the Safe Spot Secrets lesson, providing rankings for common social environments and tips for teaching about the permanent nature of digital footprints. Consolidated to one page. Now includes rankings for classroom and hallway.
A printable 30-space board game that reinforces the lesson's concepts through play. Students navigate from the "Storm" to the "Sun" while practicing self-regulation tasks like deep breathing and muscle relaxation. Now featuring increased themed spaces for higher engagement.
A visual anchor chart for the classroom wall that side-by-sides the physical indicators of anger and calm. It serves as a permanent reference for students to self-regulate.
A creative student worksheet for reflection and coloring. It features a split-page design for students to visualize and document their physical reactions to anger and calm.
A visual slide deck for classroom instruction that uses weather metaphors to teach students the physical signs of anger vs. calm. Includes interactive "Storm Drill" and "Sunshine Breath" prompts.
A reflection worksheet for students to create a personalized test-taking game plan, identifying their favorite strategies and anxiety-management techniques.
A comprehensive strategy guide for the NJSLA, detailing elimination techniques, text evidence strategies, and how to effectively use the assessment's digital tools.
A comprehensive lesson guide for teachers to lead a 20-minute SEL session on identifying anger and calm physical states. Includes a timed sequence and key talking points.
A handout focusing on physical and mental anxiety-management techniques specifically for the NJSLA, including breathing exercises and positive self-talk prompts.
Printable desk cards for students to keep on their desks during the NJSLA, featuring quick reminders for breathing, strategy, grounding, and mindset.
A visually engaging slide presentation for 3rd and 4th graders, focusing on NJSLA test-taking strategies and anxiety management techniques like box breathing and grounding.