Flex Your Brain Lesson Plan
The master lesson plan for a 6-week Tier 3 intervention on flexible thinking, including preparation steps, weekly themes, and the instructional session flow.
Flexible Thinking Slides
Visual presentation used throughout the 6-week program to teach flexible thinking concepts, problem size differentiation, and coping strategies.
Brain Stretch Script
Facilitator script providing specific language and discussion prompts for each stage of the lesson to ensure consistent delivery of flexible thinking concepts.
Problem Solving Path Worksheet
Worksheet used in Weeks 1, 3, and 5 to help students track their rigid thoughts, categorize problem sizes, and build a personalized flexible thinking plan.
My Flexible Thinking Journal
A personal journal for the student to reflect on their weekly progress, featuring designated spaces for writing and drawing about their flexible thinking experiences.
Small Problems Warm Up Activity
Introductory warm-up activity used in every session to help students quickly differentiate between minor issues and significant problems using the "Puddle or Flood" metaphor.
Calm Down Cool Down Sheet
Closing activity for each session that combines a "Starfish Breath" mindfulness exercise with a reflective prompt for the student to capture a key flexible thinking takeaway.