Active listening, assertive expression, and boundary-setting strategies for interpersonal success. Develops proficiency in conflict mediation, cooperative teamwork, and the cultivation of healthy romantic and platonic connections.
Teacher-facing facilitation guide and answer keys for the entire Peer Mediation sequence, including coaching tips for mock mediations.
Final exit ticket for the negotiation sequence, assessing students' understanding of compromise, externalizing language, and BATNA.
Student worksheet for identifying and strengthening their BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) before entering a conflict resolution.
Visual aids for Lesson 5 explaining the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) to understand their 'walk-away' power.
Role-play scenarios based on common middle school conflicts to be used during the Mediation Lab simulation.
Student worksheet for applying objective criteria to resolve three different common disputes fairly and professionally.
Advanced practice worksheet where students identify toxic labels and absolutes in conflict statements and reframe them into neutral needs or feelings.
Visual aids for Lesson 4 explaining the importance of objective criteria (precedent, market value, expert opinion) in resolving disputes fairly.
Worksheet for students to practice identifying facts and feelings in conflict statements and crafting neutral mirroring responses.
Student worksheet for brainstorming multiple creative solutions to a conflict, using a grid system and evaluation filters.
The final assessment form for students to synthesize their learning by diagnosing the Sarah/Riley case study, identifying root causes, styles, and intervention strategies.
Student-facing script and practice guide for delivering a mediation opening statement, including ground rules and neutrality reminders.
A detailed fictional case study for the final lesson, providing students with witness statements, text logs, and incident reports to analyze a complex middle school conflict.
Visual aids for Lesson 3 focusing on the ideation phase, including the 'Bad Idea' hook and the classic Orange Dispute story.
Student-facing reference sheet to guide them through the 4-step peer mediation process during simulations.
Slides for the final lesson, framing the conflict resolution synthesis activity as a "Conflict Clinic" where students act as doctors to diagnose a complex dispute.
A reference handout for students listing four key de-escalation strategies (The Brakes) to use when they recognize a conflict starting to escalate.
Teacher instructions for Lesson 2, including the physical side-by-side activity and an answer key for the Problem Flip Workshop.
Slide deck explaining the concept of reframing toxic language into neutral problem statements to help de-escalate conflicts and focus on solutions.
A student worksheet for Lesson 4 where learners map out a conflict scenario through the stages of Spark, Fuel, and Explosion, and then identify intervention points.
The facilitator's key for the Vibe Check worksheet, including correct categorization of behaviors and discussion prompts for a whole-class setting.
A modern, tech-inspired 9-slide presentation for Session 1 of the Social Intelligence Academy, focusing on "Vibe Checks" and healthy friendship markers for 6th graders.
A sophisticated 3-page guide for middle school educators, adapting the Social Intelligence Academy curriculum for whole-class implementation with a focus on shared cohort culture, digital dynamics, and cohort-wide conflict resolution.
A student-friendly evaluation tool featuring clear indicators for trust and common interests, with a personalized reflection area for specific friendship needs.
A concise 20-minute mentor facilitation guide designed to lead a focused discussion on choosing high-quality friends based on trust and common ground.
A student-facing step-by-step guide for performing a physiological body scan. It provides clear, systematic instructions to identify stress signals from toes to head, serving as a companion to the Body Scan Activity Sheet.
A comprehensive teacher guide for facilitating the Social Survival lesson, including pacing, learning objectives, discussion prompts, and management tips for role-play activities.
A set of three comic-strip-style role-play worksheets for Year 7 students, covering friendship jealousy, secret-sharing (crushes), and classroom group dynamics.
A vibrant, comic-book-inspired slide deck to introduce Year 7 students to common friendship challenges and the basics of role-playing resolutions.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide providing pacing, discussion prompts, safety notes, and an answer key for the Relationship Radar lesson.
A student activity worksheet designed to accompany the Relationship Radar lesson, including spectrum exercises, digital checklists, and scenario analysis.
A visually engaging slide deck for middle schoolers about healthy and unhealthy relationships, featuring the relationship spectrum, digital dynamics, and support resources.
A student reflection handout designed to be 'perfectly' clean initially, then crumpled and smoothed out as part of the lesson's core metaphor.
A detailed facilitator guide for camp counselors to lead a 25-minute discussion on trust, integrity, and the metaphorical 'wrinkles' caused by broken trust.
A student-facing commitment card where boys can identify someone they will be trustworthy for and nominate a "safety valve" adult for emergencies.
A comprehensive one-page facilitator guide for a 20-minute boys group session, featuring a pacing guide, game instructions, and targeted discussion prompts about trust and gossip.
A visually striking 6-slide presentation for 8th-grade boys focused on trustworthiness, the game 'The Vault Breach', and the social consequences of gossip.
A student-facing worksheet for Week 9. Includes 'The Notification Test' to track digital distraction and 'The Digital Audit' for students to log and reflect on their screentime habits and the persuasive design tactics of apps.
A student-facing activity sheet for Week 8. Includes a reflection on the 'Telephone Game' and a 'Conflict Repair' workshop where students use 'I' statements and active listening to fix a broken scenario.
A set of roleplay task cards for students to practice setting boundaries (saying "No") and respecting the boundaries of others. Includes scenarios for digital, physical, and emotional boundaries, along with a consent reference (FRIES).
Teaching notes for Lesson 5, including summary of the 'Trust Bank Account' analogy, pacing for the final project, and unit wrap-up discussion prompts.
Final project worksheet for Lesson 5, guiding students to create a step-by-step visual 'Roadmap to Repair' for a fictional relationship scenario.
A comprehensive rubric for teachers to assess student facilitators during the final mock mediation Resolution Lab.
A comprehensive teacher's guide for the Conflict Navigation sequence, providing instructional philosophy, facilitation tips, and pacing guidance for all five lessons.
Visual slide deck for Lesson 5: Rebuilding Trust Over Time, introducing the concept of trust as a bank account and the long-term phases of relationship repair.
Official resolution agreement form for students to complete at the end of a successful peer mediation session.
A script-writing and role-play guide for students to practice the three-part pause script and constructive re-engagement techniques.
Printable scenario cards for mock mediation role-plays, featuring realistic middle school conflicts.
Scenarios of harm for students to analyze and use for designing restitution plans on their blueprints.
Creative project worksheet for Lesson 4, guiding students to design logical and relationship-focused restitution plans for specific harm scenarios.
Instructional slides for Lesson 5, guiding students through the final mock mediation simulation.
A student activity sheet for the 'Silent Signal Challenge' game, where students practice identifying and demonstrating non-verbal communication signals in conflict scenarios.
Visual slide deck for Lesson 4: Making Amends and Restitution, introducing the concept of restitution versus punishment and brainstorming creative ways to 'make it right'.
An updated behavior reflection document for 8th graders, emphasizing the 'Ripple Effect' of disruptive behavior on classmates and the teacher during free time. It features a modern, clean design with structured sections for analyzing classroom impact and planning restoration.
A reflective document for students to process their communication choices and consider the impact of disruption on their peers and classroom culture.
A reflective slide deck for 8th-grade students exploring the impact of classroom disruptions and the importance of professional communication and self-regulation.
A peer review evaluation sheet for students to score each other's etiquette skills during the roleplay portion of the lesson.
A set of four roleplay challenge cards for students to practice ordering, manners, and conflict resolution in various restaurant scenarios.
A teacher guide featuring lesson objectives, pacing suggestions, slide-by-slide discussion prompts, and a detailed answer key for the case studies.
A group-focused student worksheet featuring a mock menu, a collective ordering challenge, group bill calculations, and collaborative restaurant scenarios.
A visual slide deck teaching restaurant etiquette, including menu reading, ordering scripts, table manners, volume control, tipping, and conflict resolution. Separates quiz questions and answers for better engagement.
A concise facilitation guide for teachers to lead the 15-minute Values Blueprint Kickoff. Includes a minute-by-minute breakdown, key talking points, and strategies for handling student misconceptions.
A student reflection sheet that reinforces the classroom values of Respect, Integrity, and Safety. Includes guided prompts and designated spaces for students to define their personal commitment to the classroom 'blueprint'.
A high-impact 7-slide presentation designed to introduce the core classroom values of Respect, Integrity, and Safety through a 'Blueprint' aesthetic. Includes clear definitions, practical examples, and a collective commitment.
A strategic teacher guide for implementing social intelligence and collaboration skills with 8th graders, emphasizing professional reputation and assertive communication.
A professional self-assessment rubric for 8th graders to evaluate their performance in group collaboration and spatial boundary management.
A sophisticated and professional social-emotional slide deck for 8th graders focusing on spatial awareness, assertive communication, and high-functioning group dynamics.
A student-facing recording sheet redesigned for middle school, emphasizing social analysis, reasoning, and reflection on maturity and perspective-taking. Now with an Easter-themed design.
A set of 8 social skills task cards redesigned for middle school students, focusing on digital etiquette, social media boundaries, maturity, and complex family dynamics. Now featuring a heavy Easter theme with eggs and pastel borders.
An expanded slide deck that includes 8 scenario practice slides based on the task cards. Each practice slide features a tricky spring situation and two identical-looking choices for group discussion. Redesigned with a heavy Easter theme and optimized font sizes for visibility. All scenario prompts and options have been resized to ensure they fit correctly within the slides. All text is at least 24px (text-2xl).
A teacher-facing guide outlining the learning objectives and facilitation strategies for the Spring Social Skills lesson. Redesigned with a heavy Easter theme (eggs, pastels, and terminology) for middle schoolers.
A tracking sheet and answer key for counselors to monitor student progress on perspective-taking and identifying skills (Persistence, Flexibility) developed during non-preferred tasks.
A student worksheet designed as a "Director's Script Organizer" to help students analyze staff member motivations and perspectives.
Student worksheet for practicing rephrasing personal attacks into objective problem statements using externalizing language.
Visual aids for Lesson 2 explaining the difference between attacking people and attacking problems, including the physical shift and externalizing language.
Teacher instructions for facilitating the trade game, including game rules, script points, and discussion prompts.
Student activity sheet for tracking points and reflecting on the outcomes of the zero-sum and positive-sum trading games.
Introductory slides for the first lesson on the difference between compromise and collaboration, featuring the 'Plus One' strategy.
The final agreement template for the 'Old Mill' simulation, where students formalize their negotiated solution, citing interests and objective criteria.
Confidential role profiles for the three parties in the 'Old Mill' negotiation simulation, outlining missions, interests, and secret BATNAs.
Teacher guide for the final negotiation simulation, providing setup instructions, party descriptions, and a scoring rubric for the 'Old Mill' dispute.
Student worksheet for Lesson 4, helping students define their BATNA and Reservation Point through an allowance-based scenario.
Visual slide deck for Lesson 4, explaining the BATNA acronym and how leverage works through alternative planning.
Teacher guide for Lesson 4, introducing students to the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) and how it provides leverage in negotiations.
Case study worksheet for Lesson 3, where students analyze a used bike sale to differentiate between subjective feelings and objective market standards.
A comprehensive group worksheet that combines combined food order tracking, table total calculations (including tax and tip), group math challenges, and social etiquette reflections into a single multi-page document.
Instructional slide deck for the Budget Bites lesson, covering the 90-minute agenda, hidden costs (tax and tip), and restaurant social etiquette.
A facilitator's guide for conducting a simulated restaurant field trip in the classroom, including role-play scripts and setup instructions.
A retro-style bistro menu featuring breakfast, main courses, sides, drinks, and desserts with clear pricing for use in budget and math exercises.
A teacher facilitation guide designed to manage a 15-minute lesson. It includes a pacing timeline, talking points for the tower metaphor, and strategies for handling common student responses.
A student reflection worksheet that helps learners identify their personal strengths, recognize moments of unhealthy comparison, and set a goal to encourage others. Styled like a professional blueprint.
A 10-slide presentation using a construction and blueprint theme to teach students about authentic self-esteem. It contrasts 'building yourself up' with 'knocking others down' and provides actionable tools for genuine growth. Updated for maximum legibility.
A detailed mission dossier for teachers, including lesson flow, materials list, and instructional strategies for teaching the 4Cs and Computational Thinking.
An industrial-themed field guide for students to design their structural prototype, write their assembly algorithm, and reflect on their use of the 4Cs and Computational Thinking.
A high-energy, industrial-themed slide deck that introduces the 4Cs and Computational Thinking with large, high-contrast text and a modern workshop aesthetic.
A detailed mission dossier for teachers, including lesson flow, materials list, and instructional strategies for teaching the 4Cs and Computational Thinking with a cup-tower challenge.
A mission-themed field guide for students to design their tower, write their "Tower-Code" algorithm, and reflect on their use of the 4Cs and Computational Thinking.
A high-energy, mission-themed slide deck that introduces the 4Cs and Computational Thinking with a focus on a cup-tower engineering challenge.
A team-building charter where student groups define their name, mission, communication norms, and shared commitments.
A detailed guide for a paper plane factory simulation activity, including role assignments, sprint trackers, and communication reflection questions.
A comprehensive slide deck covering Agile mindset, Scrum framework roles/events, and the importance of effective communication and psychological safety in teams.
A teacher facilitation guide for setting up an "Appreciation Station." Includes tips for location, supplies, delivery methods, and specific shoutout prompt ideas for both staff and students.
A student reference handout that maps UNO card colors and symbols to high school transition topics and discussion prompts.
A facilitation guide for teachers to lead the High School Shuffle activity, including game mechanics, discussion prompts, and classroom management tips.
A slide deck for introducing a game-based SEL activity using UNO cards to discuss high school transition topics like academic pressure and social connections.
A Week 10 worksheet teaching restorative justice and the steps of a meaningful apology, moving beyond a simple "sorry" to repair trust.
A parent guide for Weeks 7-9 of the Social Detective intervention, focusing on personal boundaries, cause-and-effect reasoning, and decoding non-verbal social clues.
A Week 9 facilitator guide focused on decoding non-verbal social clues and responding with empathy and appropriate social actions.
A Week 8 facilitator guide focusing on cause-and-effect reasoning, using the domino metaphor to help students predict behavioral outcomes.
A Week 7 facilitator guide focused on reducing physical aggression through the concept of personal bubbles and verbal conflict resolution tools.
A Week 9 worksheet helping students identify and interpret non-verbal social clues like facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice.
A Week 8 worksheet teaching students about consequences through the 'Domino Effect' metaphor, helping them visualize how one impulsive choice leads to a chain reaction.
A Week 7 worksheet focusing on personal space and physical aggression, providing students with alternatives to force and space to rehearse peaceful responses.
A parent guide for Weeks 4-6 of the Social Detective intervention, focusing on the Pause Button, encouraging honesty, and respecting property boundaries.
A Week 6 facilitator guide focusing on property boundaries, ownership concepts, and the 'ASK' strategy to prevent impulsive taking of items.
A companion worksheet for students to process their communication styles and the impact of their actions on the classroom environment, providing space for self-reflection and action planning.
A slide presentation for 8th-grade students focusing on communication skills and the impact of classroom disruptions, specifically addressing how to handle situations when work is completed early.
A vocabulary reference sheet for students to understand common restaurant terms, cooking styles, and dietary labels found on menus.
A sophisticated Session 1 worksheet for 6th graders where they categorize friendship behaviors as Green Flags or Red Flags, focusing on realistic middle school scenarios like group chats and rumors.
A modern, tech-inspired 4-slide presentation for Session 1 of the Social Intelligence Academy, focusing on "Vibe Checks" and healthy friendship markers for 6th graders.
A slide deck for the 'Opportunity Cost Simulation' lesson, explaining the core economic concept of opportunity cost using relatable 8th-grade scenarios and RPG-style choice mechanics.
A student worksheet for the 'Currency of Time' lesson. It includes a ledger for tracking 'minutes' spent during the time auction and reflection questions about trade-offs and priorities.
A facilitation guide for teachers to run the 'Time Auction' activity. Includes activity setup, a list of auction items with their 'costs' in minutes, and discussion hooks to debrief the simulation.
An introductory slide deck for the 'Currency of Time' lesson, framing time management as a game-based resource allocation simulation. It uses RPG-style visuals to explain fixed costs, finite resources, and the concept of time as currency.
Comprehensive facilitation guide for teachers on how to lead a restorative dialogue circle, including stages, scripts, and troubleshooting tips.
Set of standard restorative justice questions for both the person who caused harm and the person affected, designed for student use during dialogue circles.
Visual slide deck for Lesson 3: Restorative Dialogue Circles, introducing the circle process, talking pieces, and the core restorative questions.
Analysis cards featuring fictionalized but realistic public apologies for students to critique using the Apology Auditor worksheet.
Worksheet for auditing apologies based on the 4 Pillars of a genuine apology. Includes analysis of two case studies and a creative writing task.
Visual slide deck for Lesson 2: Architecture of Apology, introducing the 4 Pillars of a genuine apology and contrasting them with "non-apologies".
Slides for Lesson 4, exploring the cycle of conflict escalation through the "Domino Effect" analogy and teaching students to recognize triggers and turning points.
A teacher guide for Lesson 3 focused on facilitating empathy and perspective-taking discussions, including key metaphors and analysis of the Marcus/Leo scenario.
Comprehensive facilitation guide for Lesson 1, including pacing, discussion prompts, analogies, and strategies for addressing student misconceptions about intent and impact.
