Alliance Kickoff Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 1
Crew Launch
Alliance Kickoff Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Icebreaker Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"Hey! I'm your Action Ally this term. My job is not to get you in trouble—I'm here to have your back, share tricks that helped me in 4th grade, and help us both make smart choices."
Q1: Favorite game, sport, or recess activity?
Q2: One thing that was tricky in school this week?
Step 2: Common Ground Discovery
Find what connects your crew
Mentor's World
Best subject:
Favorite snack:
Pet peeve:
Things In Common!
Mentee's World
Best subject:
Favorite snack:
Pet peeve:
Step 3: The Action Ally Pact (Check & Sign Together)
1. Keep It Real
We tell the truth about what happened without blaming others.
2. Fix, Don't Freeze
Mistakes happen to everyone. We focus on how to fix things.
3. Safe Crew
What we share stays between us and trusted adults who support us.
Mentor Signature:
Mentee Signature:
Week 1 Mission
Notice one moment this week when you felt frustrated and how you reacted.
Meeting Vibe:
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Feelings Radar Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 2
Body Clues
Feelings Radar Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"Before an explosion happens, our bodies always send warning signals. Today we're turning on your internal radar so you can spot feelings before they hijack your actions."
Last week's mission check: Did you notice feeling frustrated at all?
Yes, totally A little bit Smooth week
Step 2: The Escalation Radar (Check All Your Body Warning Signs)
Level 1 • Chill
Calm & Focused
Body feels loose, breathing is regular, ready to learn.
Relaxed shoulders
Normal smiling
Level 2 • Spark
Annoyed / Bugged
Something starts to itch or irritate your patience.
Sighing / eye rolls
Foot tapping
Level 3 • Heating
Frustrated / Mad
Body prepares for a fight. Warning sirens are active!
Clenched fists
Hot face / cheeks
Heart thumping
Level 4 • Red Alert
Boiling Over
Thinking brain shuts off. Huge risk of reacting poorly.
Yelling / snapping
Stomping / slamming
Step 3: Trigger Detective (Circle the top 2 that push you into Level 3)
Being interrupted or not heard
Losing a game or competition
Being told "No" by a teacher
Work being too hard or frustrating
Someone teasing or rolling eyes
Unexpected changes to plans
Step 4: My Early Alarm Commitment
My #1 physical warning sign is:
When I notice it, the first thing I will do is:
Mentor Coach Sign-off:
Today's Focus: Catch It at Level 2
Pause Button Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 3
Reset Tools
Pause Button Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"When our radar says we're hitting Level 3, reacting immediately usually causes trouble. Hitting your internal 'Pause Button' buys your brain 10 seconds to choose a smart move."
Step 2: Test Drive 3 Reset Tools (Try Each One Together Right Now!)
1. Box Breathing
Trace the box with your finger while pacing your breath.
⬆️ Inhale (4s)
⬅️ Hold (4s) Hold (4s) ➡️
⬇️ Exhale (4s)
Tried it? Done
2. Quick Grounding
Engage your physical senses to pull your mind out of anger.
3: Spot 3 blue things
2: Touch 2 textures (desk, shirt)
1: Hear 1 sound around room
Tried it? Done
3. Power Self-Talk
Say a silent phrase inside your head 3 times slowly.
"I'm in charge of my actions."
"This is frustrating, but I can stay cool."
"Take 10 seconds before replying."
Tried it? Done
Step 3: Mentee's Custom School Reset Routine
My favorite tool from today:
Why it works for me:
When I feel heated in class or recess, I will:
Adult or peer who can help me reset:
Quick Practice Round
Mentor pretends to say: "Hey, you're out of the game!" Mentee hits pause and uses their reset tool.
Practice Score: Passed! 🎯
Mentor Sign-off:
Week 3 Mission: Use Pause Button 1x Before Next Meeting
Ownership Orbit Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 4
Taking Ownership
Ownership Orbit Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"When things go sideways, our first instinct is often to blame someone else or make an excuse. But leaders and strong friends take ownership. Owning your mistake doesn't make you weak—it makes people respect and trust you."
Step 2: The Flip Challenge (Transforming Blame Into Ownership)
The Excuse Trap (Weak Move)
Trap 1: "He started it by bumping my chair!"
Trap 2: "The teacher didn't explain the rules right!"
Trap 3: "Everyone else was running in the hall too!"
The Ownership Orbit (Boss Move)
Flip 1: "Even though he bumped me, I chose to shove back."
Flip 2: "I was confused, but I should have asked for help."
Flip 3: "I am in charge of my own feet, no matter what others do."
Step 3: Real School Scenario (Work Together)
Recess Case During four-square, the ball bounces near the line. You yell that you were "safe," but the judge calls you out. In frustration, you kick the ball across the blacktop and refuse to leave the square.
What did an excuse sound like in that moment?
What does full ownership look and sound like?
Step 4: Mentee Personal Check-In
A mistake I made recently that I can own today:
How taking ownership makes things better next time:
Mentor Fist-Bump:
Week 4 Mission: Catch Yourself Making an Excuse & Flip It
The Fix Blueprint Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 5
Making Repairs
The Fix Blueprint Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"A mumbled 'sorry' while staring at your shoes doesn't fix a broken window or hurt feelings. A genuine repair is brave. When you follow the 4-part blueprint, people forgive faster and trust you more."
Step 2: The 4-Part Repair Blueprint (The Gold Standard)
Part 1 • Own It
"I'm sorry for..."
Name exactly what you did without using "if" or "but".
❌ "Sorry if you got mad"
Part 2 • Empathy
"It was wrong because..."
Show you understand how it made them feel or what it ruined.
❌ "It wasn't a big deal"
Part 3 • Future Plan
"Next time, I will..."
Explain the specific choice you will make instead.
❌ "I won't do it again" (vague)
Part 4 • Repair
"How can I fix it?"
Offer an action to rebuild what was lost (help clean, replace, listen).
❌ Walking away fast
Step 3: Mentee Repair Workshop (Fill in the Blueprint)
Pick a real or practice mistake
1. I am sorry for:
2. It was wrong because:
3. Next time when I feel that way, I will:
4. Can I make this right by:
Mentor Coaching Check:
Zero excuses used Calm tone & eye contact Clear action to repair
Mentor Grade Ready to Repair!
Mentor Sign-off:
Next Meeting: Week 6: Victory Summit & Celebration
Victory Summit Worksheet Action Allies Peer Mentoring • Meeting 6
Final Summit
Victory Summit Worksheet
5th Grade Mentor:
4th Grade Mentee:
Date:
Step 1: Mentor Talk Track (Read Aloud)
"Congratulations! Over six weeks, you didn't just learn about self-control and taking responsibility—you put it into practice. Leaders aren't perfect; they just know how to pause, own their moves, and fix their mistakes."
Step 2: 6-Week Ally Skills Inventory (Check Off Every Mastered Skill)
1
Feelings Radar
I spot my body warning signs early.
✓ Unlocked
2
Pause Button
I breathe & wait 10s before reacting.
✓ Unlocked
3
Taking Ownership
I own my choices without excuses.
✓ Unlocked
4
The Fix Blueprint
I give genuine 4-step apologies.
✓ Unlocked
Step 3: Partner Shout-Outs & Future Commitments
Mentor to Mentee:
The biggest growth I saw in you over these 6 weeks:
Mentee Future Goal:
When I face a hard moment in 4th grade, I promise to:
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Certificate of Completion
Action Allies Peer Mentoring Program
Certified Ally
This certifies that the mentor and mentee team have successfully completed six weeks of peer leadership, mastering emotional regulation, personal accountability, and restorative repair.
Mentor Signature
Mentee Signature
Teacher / Coordinator
Final Summit Accomplished!
Keep using your tools in class, recess, and at home.
