A printable set of discussion cards containing realistic middle school scenarios and talking points for group work on changing friendships.
A weekly 10-minute lunch-and-learn series for mixed-age students in grades 1-6, focused on developing growth mindsets, embracing challenges, and learning from mistakes.
A short parent presentation and take-home tool session introducing Ms. Leslie's Summer SEL program on fixed vs. growth mindset, complete with classroom connections and home conversation cards.
A printable sheet of 8 double-sided-style Mindset Conversation Cards for parents. Features cut lines, open-ended prompts, and mini tips for parents to reinforce growth mindsets at home.
A comprehensive restorative respect and empathy sequence spanning Grades 5 to 8, providing age-appropriate independent reflection packets and companion advisory slides for each grade level.
A proactive mental health workshop for middle schoolers to construct an actionable self-care plan for unstructured summer weeks, identifying signs of emotional drift and selecting coping strategies.
A polished, clean 5-slide visual presentation for parents outlining Ms. Leslie's Summer SEL program (Wellness Wednesdays after lunch), teacher reinforcements (Thoughtful Thursdays), fixed vs. growth mindset, and how to use the conversation cards at home. Includes presenter notes on each slide.
A 3-lesson unit on culture, identity, empathy, and building an inclusive school community. Students explore the cultural iceberg, share personal perspective narratives, and collaborate on actionable school-wide inclusion plans.
Lesson 3 of the Mindset Masters series. A fast-paced 10-minute review and reflection where 1st-6th grade students analyze real growth mindset trends and questions based on last week's exit tickets.
A 2-page classroom activity packet. Page 1 contains 12 beautifully illustrated, cut-out-ready 'Coping Cards' to assist planning, and Page 2 contains 4 narrative middle school 'Drift Scenario' cards for small group analysis and a debrief chart.
A three-part social-emotional learning curriculum designed specifically for middle school boys to develop self-esteem, manage digital pressure, and build authentic peer relationships.
Lesson 2 of the Mindset Masters series. Focuses on how mistakes physically grow the brain, turning frustration into determination during short lunch discussions.
A 2-page print-ready student worksheet. Page 1 helps students identify personal warning signs of emotional drift, and Page 2 is their customized 'Summer Anchor Plan' featuring custom routines, mind restorers, lifelines, and a commitment pact.
