Brain Brakes

A 6-week social-emotional learning sequence for small groups building frustration tolerance through drawing, visual metaphors, and self-regulation routines.

Group members celebrate their self-regulation growth, complete an impulse obstacle course, and earn their Official Brain Brakes Champion badge.

Official graduation certificate and superhero shield craft where students document their 6-week impulse control achievements and draw themselves as self-regulation superheroes.

A three-part restorative counseling sequence for 8th grade examining the history of disability rights, racial justice, and LGBTQ+ equality, exploring the real-world weight of derogatory language and guiding accountability and repair.

Students distinguish between hyperactive cheetah speed and calm turtle speed, learning sensory breathing reset tools inspired by Breathe Like a Bear.

Facilitator guide for Week 6 graduation session featuring Even Superheroes Have Bad Days read-aloud discussion, the Brain Brakes Obstacle Course, and graduation celebration directions.

A three-week social-emotional small group sequence designed for first graders to build self-worth, foster empathy, and cultivate an inclusive classroom community. Students explore personal identity, practice inviting peers into play, and celebrate group belonging.

A two-part counseling sequence for 3rd graders focusing on impulse control, emotional self-regulation, and making safe choices. Students learn to recognize physical warning signals, activate instant calming strategies, and think ahead before reacting.

A two-week social-emotional learning unit connecting self-control strategies with the Zones of Regulation, guiding elementary students from emotional awareness to active behavioral regulation.