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Functional Behavior Assessment

Functional Behavior Assessment

Unlock effective strategies for challenging behaviors with our free Functional Behavior Assessment resources. Tailored for educators, students, and parents, these tools offer practical guidance on identifying the 'why' behind behaviors and designing targeted interventions. Engage with step-by-step guides, real-life case examples, and hands-on activities that empower you to make meaningful, individualized changes in student support.

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What’s Triggering Behavior?

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

60 mins

A targeted bundle to guide educators through conducting a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) step by step for one student, helping you pinpoint triggers and functions of behavior for precise support.

Function First

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

45 mins

A concise, power-packed resource for conducting quick FBAs, focusing on identifying the primary function of challenging behavior to inform individualized interventions.

Invisible Influences

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

75 mins

Explore the hidden factors impacting student behavior with interactive tools, uncovering environmental and internal influences to build effective supports.

Behavior Detective

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

90 mins

Put on your detective hat and systematically gather data through observations and interviews to crack the case of challenging behaviors.

Charting Change

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

60 mins

Use visual tools to map behavior patterns over time, highlighting trends and informing targeted supports for your individual student.

Root Cause Reveal

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

80 mins

Dive deep into antecedent and consequence analysis to reveal the root causes of behaviors and design effective, individualized support plans.

Data Dive

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

70 mins

Harness data collection and analysis to understand behavior functions: a structured guide for gathering, coding, and interpreting behavior data.

Behavior Roadmap

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

85 mins

Create an individualized behavior intervention plan by charting assessment findings and setting clear, function-based goals for success.

What If We Knew Why?

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

50 mins

Spark curiosity with a mini-workshop that engages staff in hypothesizing behavior functions before diving into structured FBA tools.

Silent Signals

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

65 mins

Learn to read nonverbal cues and student signals through guided observation protocols, uncovering hidden stressors driving behavior.

Function Expedition

Tier 3

Individual Student (Tier 3)

120 mins

Embark on a guided journey through all FBA phases—pre-assessment, assessment, hypothesis, and intervention design—for thorough individualized support.

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Community Resources

My Behavior Map

In this individualized Tier 3 behavior support session, a 2nd-grade student will use a visual timeline to identify challenging behaviors, triggers, and plan alternative choices. This 25-minute intervention fosters self-monitoring and planning skills, crucial for developing positive behavior patterns.

Tier 3
5/9
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

Behavioral Support Essentials

Focuses on providing support strategies for students facing behavioral challenges in a high school setting. This resource equips educators with the tools to create positive behavioral change through evidence-based practices.

Tier 1
4/24
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davisd

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TX Special Education Teacher

My Behavior Map

This Tier 3 behavior support session helps a 5th-grade student recognize and map out behavior patterns, understand triggers, and strategize positive responses using a visual timeline—a 25-minute individualized intervention to build self-monitoring and planning skills for lasting behavior change.

Tier 3
Tuesday

Molly Mulhern

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NY Instructor

My Feelings, My Words

This two-session Tier 3 individual lesson supports a 7-year-old 2nd grader with FASD to identify, express, and vocalize emotions using visual aids and structured activities. Each 40-minute session builds step-by-step skills to enhance emotional awareness and communication, fostering self-regulation and confidence.

Tier 3
5/8
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Vianey Valdez CA-LOS ANGELES

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CA Social Worker

Beyond Clean

This individualized Tier 3 support plan for a 7th grader with sensory or executive-function challenges tailors personal hygiene routines to their unique needs, helping them build independence and confidence in everyday self-care. Includes a custom hygiene plan, strategies slide deck, sensory-friendly mapping worksheet, reflective journaling, and an independence tracker rubric over a 25-minute session.

Tier 3
5/11
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McKenna Kuhlman

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AZ Behavior Interventionist

Positive Behavior Plan

In this single 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 5th grade student will learn to identify triggers, set personal behavior goals, and practice positive self-monitoring strategies. This individualized lesson helps students build self-awareness, develop clear action steps, and gain confidence in managing their own behavior.

Tier 3
5/14

Monica Garza

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TX Social Worker

Empathy in Action

A 90-minute individual Tier 3 session designed for a 7th-grade student with autism focusing on reducing profanity, spitting, and disrespectful behavior by building self-control, empathy, and understanding the impact of actions on others—especially his pregnant mother.

Tier 3
Monday
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Unmasking Behavior Functions

In this 90-minute Tier 1 professional development session, teachers will learn about the four primary functions of student behavior—escape, attention, sensory, and tangible—and how to apply strategies to address them proactively. This lesson equips teachers with practical tools to understand why behaviors occur and to create classroom environments that minimize challenging behaviors.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Behavior Blueprint

An individualized toolkit to support 9th grade students in Tier 3 of the MTSS framework, focusing on personalized behavior skill-building using PBIS and fidelity data. This one-on-one, 30-minute session plan equips students with reflection tools, goal-setting exercises, and progress tracking to foster positive behavior and self-awareness.

Tier 3
5/29
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dcelona

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MA Counselor

Emotion Regulation Toolbox

One-on-one coaching session for a 7th grade student to build a personalized set of coping strategies for managing big feelings and stress, aligned with CASEL’s emotion regulation competency. This Tier 3 individual support consists of a focused 20-minute session where the student will identify triggers, explore techniques, and create a customized coping toolbox to boost self-management and resilience.

Tier 3
5/12
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elizabeth.smith

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MA Counselor, Social Worker

Calm Champions

A 3-session, 30-minute individualized lesson series for a 3rd grader with autism and anxiety focused on building coping skills like deep breathing and mindful awareness. This Tier 3 support helps the student gain self-regulation tools through structured activities and playful games, ensuring engagement and skill mastery.

Tier 3
5/15
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hsullivan

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MA Social Worker

Hidden Assumptions

An individualized CBT session guiding an 11th grade student through identifying and disputing core beliefs using targeted reading, worksheets, and reflection. This Tier 3 lesson deepens self-awareness and equips the student with practical CBT strategies in a single 55-minute session.

Tier 3
5/8
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Joanna Torres

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CA Social Worker

Mindful Moments

A focused 20-minute personalized counseling session for a kindergarten student to assess calming strategies, practice new techniques, and develop an individualized coping plan. This Tier 3 intervention strengthens self-regulation skills with immediate feedback and clear expectations.

Tier 3
5/13
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Isabella Tovar

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CA Counselor

Mindful Balance

A 30-minute individualized session introducing 7th graders to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, focusing on mindfulness and emotion regulation. This session helps students develop tools to manage intense emotions and improve coping strategies. Tier 3 support for students needing personalized emotional health instruction.

Tier 3
5/29
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shawkins

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MA Social Worker

Behavior Bingo

In this one-on-one Tier 3 behavior support session, a 4th-grade student will learn about Behavior Bingo—a goal-oriented game that boosts motivation and visually tracks positive actions. In a focused 25-minute session, the student will explore game mechanics, customize their bingo card, review rules and rewards, and reflect on progress to foster self-monitoring and goal attainment.

Tier 3
5/10
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KAREN R

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NY Social Worker

Tic Tactics

Over 10 weeks of 30-minute one-on-one sessions teaching a 5th grade student CBIT strategies to manage Tourette’s and co-occurring ADHD. This Tier 3 plan provides personalized support, self-awareness tools, habit-reversal techniques, and relaxation methods from the Tourette Association of America.

Tier 3
5/6

David Hoch

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CA Psychologist

How Do We Measure Behavior?

In this engaging module, 6th graders explore functional behavior assessments and learn why tracking behaviors leads to classroom success. Over one 45-minute session, students engage with interactive activities and discussions, gaining real-world data skills that support personal and collective growth.

Tier 1
5/20
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Jeanette Wong

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CA Special Education Teacher

Emotions Are Our Superpower

Focuses on empowering an individual student to understand their emotions as strengths. By recognizing their feelings, they learn to harness them positively in everyday situations. This lesson is designed for a kindergarten student and will be conducted in a single 20-minute session, focusing on emotional regulation as a Tier 3 individual support.

Tier 3
4/11
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Kelsey McQueen - Bettell

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AZ Special Education Teacher

Breaking the Hurt Cycle

In this one-on-one session, an 8th-grade student will learn healthy strategies to recognize self-harm triggers, practice coping skills, and build a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 intervention empowers the student to manage difficult emotions and reduce self-harm urges—crucial for their well-being and resilience.

Tier 3
5/7

Brian Anderson

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NY Instructor

Hands to Myself

In this individual 30-minute session, we'll teach a 7th grader with autism how to manage and replace hitting, spitting, and water-throwing behaviors with positive coping strategies. Through visual social stories, role-play, and self-monitoring tools, students learn to identify triggers, practice self-control techniques, and track progress. This targeted Tier 3 intervention fosters self-regulation and promotes safer social interactions.

Tier 3
5/30
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

What's Behind the Behavior?

In this 45-minute, one-on-one Tier 3 session, teachers guide 5th-grade students through uncovering the root causes of challenging behaviors. This lesson is crucial for crafting effective, individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) that promote positive behavior change. Materials include a structured lesson plan, interactive slide deck, guided script, engaging activity, and reflective journal.

Tier 3
Yesterday
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Justine Wassef

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NJ Behavior Interventionist

Feelings Check-Up

A 15-minute one-on-one SEL assessment for 3rd graders to reflect on their emotions, coping strategies, and support needs at the end of the school year. This session helps identify each student’s social-emotional strengths and areas for growth, informing personalized Tier 3 supports.

Tier 3
5/15

Monica Garza

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TX Social Worker

Stress Less Zone

An individualized 30-minute intervention to help a 9th-grade student identify anxiety triggers, build personalized coping strategies, and reflect on progress. This Tier 3 plan supports the student’s social-emotional growth through discussion, practice, and reflection.

Tier 3
Monday

Christina Reyes

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NM Counselor

Emotion Regulation Toolbox

One-on-one coaching session guiding a 7th grader to build a personalized emotion regulation toolbox of coping strategies, grounded in CASEL competencies—for self-management and resilience. This Tier 3 intervention is 20 minutes long and provides concrete practice and reflection.

Tier 3
Monday
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bbeldenscott

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MA Counselor, Social Worker

Emotion GPS

Students will work one-on-one with the counselor to identify emotional triggers, track their feelings, and develop personalized coping strategies. This individualized Tier 3 plan is designed for a 7th grade student in a 20-minute session to support self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Tier 3
5/22
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Alexis Ziady

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WA Counselor

Behavior Blueprint

An individualized tool for students to map triggers and coping strategies, fostering self-awareness and personal growth for a 4th grader in a 30-minute Tier 3 session

Tier 3
5/22
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Ashley Acosta

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TX Social Worker

Feelings Matter: Personalized Session

An individualized session tailored for a 10th-grade student with autism to explore emotions and develop personalized strategies for managing them effectively. This lesson aims to enhance emotional intelligence and is designed to be completed in 30 minutes.

Tier 3
3/31
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Alissa Wright

Counselor

Check-In Chart

One-on-one Tier 3 support for a 6th grade student to reflect daily on emotions and behaviors using guided tools. This 20-minute session empowers self-awareness, tracks progress, and informs targeted feedback to improve emotional regulation.

Tier 3
5/12
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Bess Tanaka

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WA School Administrator

Whispering Walls

A personalized support package designed for a 7th grade student to manage behavioral outbursts using discreet visual cues and structured reflection. This Tier 3 individual intervention provides private cue cards and guided journaling over 20-minute sessions to foster independence and emotional regulation.

Tier 3
Wednesday

Molly Mulhern

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NY Instructor

Whispering Walls

A personalized support package designed for a 7th grade student to manage behavioral outbursts using discreet visual cues and structured reflection. This Tier 3 individual intervention provides private cue cards and guided journaling over 20-minute sessions to foster independence and emotional regulation.

Tier 3
Wednesday

Molly Mulhern

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NY Instructor

Emotional Lifeline

A one-on-one discussion session designed to support a 5th grade student in crisis by helping them articulate feelings, recognize triggers, and identify trusted adults. This Tier 3 intervention builds emotional awareness, safety planning, and keeps the student connected to support sources.

Tier 3
5/13
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

Behavior Management Strategies

This lesson focuses on equipping Tier III high school students with strategies to avoid negative behaviors such as cutting class and inappropriate conduct. By watching a short video on managing peer pressure and engaging in a guided discussion, students will learn practical techniques to make positive choices and resist negative influences. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and decision-making skills, empowering students to take control of their actions and improve their school experience.

Tier 3
2/25
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Michael Clavin

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NY Instructor

Behavior Blueprint

A small-group workshop for intervention teams (Grades 3-5) focusing on Tier 2 PBIS strategies. Participants will learn to analyze behavioral data, design targeted interventions, and implement fidelity checks. This professional learning equips teams with tools to support students needing extra behavioral guidance in 45-minute sessions.

Tier 2
5/13
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Kimberly Herrick

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NY Social Worker

Risk Radar

An individualized 30-minute session for a 9th grade student focused on identifying personal risk factors, protective factors, and triggers, culminating in a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 counseling intervention helps students gain self-awareness and equips them with tools to manage crises.

Tier 3
5/21
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lgee

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MA School Administrator

Heart to Heart

A three-session individualized coaching program guiding a overwhelmed mother with bipolar disorder to actively listen to her child’s feelings and manage her mental health. This Tier 3 intervention focuses on practical skills, self-care strategies, and communication exercises to strengthen the parent-child bond and support emotional well-being.

Tier 3
5/20
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Breanna Cherry

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MD Counselor

The Self-Control Superpower

An individualized coaching session focused on impulse control techniques for an 8th grader. This 20-minute session helps the student recognize triggers, practice pause-and-plan strategies, and develop a personalized impulse control plan to support emotional regulation and decision-making. Tier 3 support.

Tier 3
5/28
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Lindsey Ceja

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IL Social Worker

Safe Space

A one-on-one 30-minute counseling session for a 9th grader focused on building trust and emotional safety. This Tier 3 resource includes a detailed lesson plan, counselor-student dialogue script, a reading on understanding emotional safety, and personal reflection journal prompts to guide the session.

Tier 3
5/27
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Mayra Roberts

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CA Psychologist

Emotions Are Signals

Individual reflection and support session helping an 8th grade student understand their emotions as valuable signals rather than problems, building self-awareness and emotional intelligence. This Tier 3 session is designed to be completed in one 20-minute one-on-one meeting.

Tier 3
5/10
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Stacey Hersch

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AZ Special Education Teacher

Focus and Friendships

A two-session individualized support lesson for a 7th grader with ADHD targeting executive functioning skills and peer conflict resolution in 20-minute sessions. This will help the student improve homework organization and social interactions through tailored activities and assessments.

Tier 3
5/13
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LeeAnn Leeds

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IL Social Worker

Brave at School

A four-session individual support program designed for a kindergarten student experiencing separation anxiety. Through engaging activities, discussions, games, and worksheets, the student will learn coping strategies, build confidence, and practice calm-on-the-go techniques. Each 30-minute session is tailored for one-on-one intervention under Tier 3 MTSS.

Tier 3
5/14

Araceli

E

CA Social Worker

Mini Mindful Break

These 10-minute personalized mindfulness sessions are tailored for a 5th grade student to practice breathing and focus techniques, reduce anxiety, and build self-regulation skills. This Tier 3 (Individual) support provides engaging, age-appropriate activities to help the student refocus during the school day.

Tier 3
5/14
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Kristen MacConnell

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CA School Administrator

Flex & Flow

These five 60-minute, one-on-one therapy sessions for a 4th-grade student focus on developing cognitive flexibility and reducing the need for control. Through guided activities, interactive slides, and worksheets, the student will explore rigid thinking patterns, learn to generate flexible responses, and build a personalized flexibility toolkit. Tier 3 support tailored to ASD and anxiety needs.

Tier 3
5/9
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Lucy Knight

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US Counselor, Behavior Interventionist

Triggers and Tactics

Dive into identifying common triggers and practicing targeted coping tactics through interactive scenarios, paving the way for proactive behavior management in a one-on-one setting with a 6th grade student. This Tier 3 behavioral support lesson helps students recognize personal triggers and apply coping strategies, fostering self-awareness and goal-oriented behavior over a 55-minute session.

Tier 3
Yesterday
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Justine Wassef

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NJ Behavior Interventionist

SELF CARE

An individualized self-care guide for a 7th grade student to plan daily wellness routines and monitor emotional health progress through short, focused sessions. This Tier 3, 10-minute plan provides personalized strategies and tools for building healthy habits and self-awareness.

Tier 3
5/28
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Megan Pokorney

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WI Psychologist

Understanding Emotions and Behaviors

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the concepts of autism, impulsiveness, and verbal threats. Through Trauma-Informed Teaching and Restorative Practices, students will learn to understand and empathize with peers who may exhibit these behaviors. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging students to seek help and support each other.

Tier 1
2/25
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DANELLE LOCKLEAR

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NC Social Worker

Trigger Mastery

Individualized coaching session helping an 8th grade student learn to recognize frustration triggers and reframe responses, building resilience and self-regulation. One 25-minute Tier 3 session focused on behavioral supports.

Tier 3
Wednesday

Molly Mulhern

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NY Instructor

Trigger Mastery

Individualized coaching session helping an 8th grade student learn to recognize frustration triggers and reframe responses, building resilience and self-regulation. One 25-minute Tier 3 session focused on behavioral supports.

Tier 3
Wednesday

Molly Mulhern

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NY Instructor

Behavior Unveiled

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session for parents, we’ll explore the motivations behind children’s behaviors, offering insight into emotional triggers and practical strategies for responding effectively. This workshop helps parents build empathy, decode actions, and foster positive interactions to support their child’s well-being.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Impulse Control in Action

This lesson focuses on helping a 3rd grade student with impulsivity learn to regulate their behavior in a classroom setting. Using game-based learning, the lesson includes a scenario-based activity set in a PE context to engage the student actively. This approach is important as it provides a practical and interactive way for the student to understand and practice self-regulation, which is crucial for their social and academic success.

Tier 3
2/25

Ryan Holt Ph.D.

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CA Psychologist

Para Pals: Emotional Regulation

This lesson helps 3rd graders with ASD understand and manage their emotions when working with a para. Through a game-based and collaborative approach, students will learn strategies to express their feelings and work effectively with their para. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing students' social-emotional skills.

Tier 2
2/25

Stacie Browne-Gallagher

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NY Counselor, Psychologist, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, School Administrator

Feelings Toolbox

In this intensive, 30-minute Tier 3 session, a small group of Grade 3 students will learn targeted strategies to recognize, label, and regulate their emotions in the school setting. By practicing calming techniques and applying their personalized “Feelings Toolbox,” students will build self-awareness and coping skills for managing strong feelings.

Tier 3
5/14
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Siobhan Shaw

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MA Psychologist

Gentle Hands

In this 15-minute Tier 3 individual support lesson, the student will learn why property destruction and violent behaviors are not acceptable and practice positive alternatives. This lesson is important because it helps individual kindergarten students develop self-control, respect for others’ belongings, and peaceful problem-solving skills.

Tier 3
5/20

DGAUTHIER

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MA Social Worker

Emotion Regulation Tracker

A structured data collection sheet designed for individual Tier 3 IEP monitoring of a 5th grade student’s emotional regulation goals. This one-page tool will allow teachers or the social worker to record performance on identifying emotions, matching Zones of Regulation, and requesting support across sessions—perfect for 30-minute check-ins during the IEP reporting period.

Tier 3
5/27
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R Silva

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MA Social Worker, Special Education Teacher

Healthy Routine

Individual-focused personalized hygiene strategies and goal setting session for a 4th grade student. This Tier 3 lesson helps the student develop lifelong hygiene habits through one-on-one coaching, reflective journaling, and progress assessment. Audience: 4th Grade Student, 1 session, 30 minutes.

Tier 3
Monday
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Chanel Monroe-Minor

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LA Special Education Teacher

Conquering School Day Fears

A 4-session individual support plan guiding an academically capable student to overcome anxiety about attending school through self-awareness, coping strategies, and gradual exposure. Each 15–30-minute session builds confidence, reduces stress, and equips the student with practical tools for a smoother school experience.

Tier 3
5/8
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Carolyn Goldy

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MA Counselor

Choosing Respect

A 15-minute Tier 3 individual coaching session for a 6th grader to understand appropriate behavior (e.g., touching peers, yelling, running, inappropriate comments), explore respectful boundaries, practice correct responses, and identify consequences. This focused session helps the student build self-awareness, strengthen social skills, and commit to positive choices.

Tier 3
5/12
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Robbin Johnson-Perez

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CA School Administrator

How Can We Calm the Storm?

A personalized plan to help a student identify triggers and self-regulation strategies, promoting emotional balance and on-task behavior. Perfect for an 8th grader needing Tier 3 individualized support, one 45-minute session.

Tier 3
5/23
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Destony Stewart

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NY School Administrator

Emotion Exploration Adventure

This lesson focuses on helping a 3rd grade student identify and understand different emotions using the Zones of Regulation framework. Through a combination of personalized activities, video content, and one-on-one discussion, the student will explore how emotions affect their behavior and learn strategies to manage them. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills, which are foundational for effective communication and self-regulation.

Tier 3
3/14

Yvonne Brown

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CA Psychologist

Emotion Control Lab

A 30-minute one-on-one lesson for 6th graders focused on developing strategies to recognize, understand, and regulate emotions. This Tier 3 session provides personalized support and tools to help students gain confidence in managing their feelings in real-time.

Tier 3
5/13
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Amanda Nickles

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CA Social Worker

Handle with Care

This individual-focused lesson helps students develop empathy and understanding towards themselves and others, which is key to self-regulation. This lesson is important as it empowers students with the ability to manage their emotions and reactions, fostering a healthier social environment. Designed for 9th-grade students, it is a single 20-minute session focusing on Tier 3: Individual support.

Tier 3
3/5

Crystal Sullivan

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NY Social Worker

Behavior Management Strategies

This lesson plan is designed to help a 7th-grade autistic student manage challenging behaviors such as spitting, cursing, and kicking. Over four days, the student will engage in activities that promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and positive behavior reinforcement. The lesson incorporates various teaching strategies to cater to the student's unique learning needs, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment.

Tier 3
2/25
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Emotion Superpower

In this Tier 3 30-minute session, a 3rd grader will discover how noticing and naming their emotions becomes a superpower for self-regulation. Through personalized coping strategies and reflective activities, the student will build their own ‘superpower plan’ to manage feelings independently.

Tier 3
5/13
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

CBT for Kids: Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors

This lesson is designed for 1st to 3rd grade students with special needs and behavior challenges. The objective is to engage students in a fun, collaborative, and hands-on activity that helps them understand the connection between helpful and unhelpful thoughts and their feelings and behaviors using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles. The lesson is designed to be completed in 15 minutes.

Tier 2
2/25
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Kristen LaRosa

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AZ Counselor

Emotion Thermometer

In this 15-minute individualized Tier 3 session, the student will learn to gauge and regulate their emotions using a personalized visual thermometer tool. This lesson is crucial for building self-awareness and coping strategies, helping a 3rd-grade learner identify intensity levels of feelings and apply calming techniques.

Tier 3
5/20
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

What’s Your Trigger?

A personalized intervention that helps the student identify their behavioral triggers and develop coping strategies. This one-on-one lesson is designed for a 4th grade student in a Tier 3 MTSS support setting, with a single 45-minute session. It empowers the student to understand their unique triggers and build effective coping skills.

Tier 3
Monday

Christina Reyes

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NM Counselor

Mind Detective

In this 30-minute individual Tier 3 session, a third-grade boy with autism will learn how to identify and manage his thoughts in order to influence his behaviors positively. This CBT-based lesson helps him become a “mind detective,” spotting unhelpful thoughts and replacing them with helpful ones to reduce frustration and increase self-control.

Tier 3
5/16
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Melyssa Sweet

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VT Psychologist

Intake Interview

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual support session, 8th-grade students will learn and practice clinical intake interviews through a structured role-play activity. This lesson is crucial for developing active listening, structured data collection, and foundational counseling skills. Components include a detailed Lesson-Plan Script, Key Intake Questions Slide Deck, and Pair Role-Play Activity.

Tier 3
5/8
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Mehak Gill

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NY Psychologist

Wellness Checkpoint

This 15-minute individual Tier 3 lesson guides a secondary student in designing a concise mental health screener to triage referrals into Tier 2 group or Tier 3 one-on-one counseling. It empowers the student to craft clear, targeted questions for quick identification of support needs, ensuring swift and appropriate district mental health services.

Tier 3
5/9
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Adam Sipes

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CA Counselor

Mindful Moments

Short guided mindfulness exercises to help a 10th grade student regulate stress and sharpen focus through individualized Tier 3 support. Single 10-minute session focusing on self-management skills.

Tier 3
5/9
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cfair

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MA Counselor

Behavior Blueprint

A one-on-one coaching guide that helps a 9th grade student co-create behavior goals and self-monitoring strategies, fostering ownership and sustainable progress through personalized supports.

Tier 3
5/12
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Natasha Desir

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NY Psychologist

Facing School Fears

This lesson addresses school avoidance in 8th graders, providing personalized support to help students overcome anxiety and build confidence in attending school. Over four 15-minute sessions, students will explore their feelings, identify triggers, and develop coping strategies, making it an essential intervention for those struggling with school attendance.

Tier 3
4/30

cgoodreau

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MA Social Worker

Social Support Toolkit

A 90-minute Tier 1 training session to equip teachers with strategies to support shy, anxious, and aggressive students in building positive peer interactions. This lesson helps teachers create an inclusive classroom climate by learning practical techniques and activities they can implement immediately.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Emotion Excavation

A 35-minute, one-on-one counseling session guiding an 11th grade student through layered self-reflection exercises to uncover deeper emotions using targeted prompts and activities. This Tier 3 lesson provides structured materials (framework, journal, script, activity) to help the student build emotional awareness and coping strategies.

Tier 3
5/8
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Jennifer Nunez

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CA Counselor

Feelings Detective

In this 25-minute one-on-one Tier 3 session, a 2nd grader becomes an emotion detective to identify, track, and analyze their feelings throughout the day. This detective-themed lesson builds self-awareness and supports personalized behavioral interventions by uncovering patterns in the student’s emotional experiences.

Tier 3
5/9
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

Goal Getter

An individual support worksheet session guiding a 7th grade student to set SMART fitness goals and map out steps to achieve them in a focused 20-minute activity. This Tier 3 lesson helps personalize health & wellness learning and builds self-management skills.

Tier 3
5/30
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Lori Danko

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FL General Education Teacher

Feelings Traffic Light

Students learn to identify emotions using a traffic light analogy and choose safe behaviors. This builds self-management skills in 2nd graders through interactive discussion and practice. One 25-minute Tier 1 session.

Tier 1
5/28
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Elizabeth Medina

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NY Counselor

Executive Functioning and Emotional Regulation

This 6-week program is designed for a 9th-grade male student who enjoys art and struggles with mental health. The objective is to improve executive functioning skills, identify emotions, regulate emotions, and learn coping skills. Each session lasts 10 minutes and includes a lesson plan, worksheet, activity, game, discussion, project, and a cool-down activity.

Tier 3
2/25
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Ashley Stone

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WI Social Worker

Bite-Free Fun

This lesson aims to help young nonverbal autistic students understand and reduce biting behavior through engaging activities. By using active and game-based learning strategies, students will learn alternative ways to express themselves and manage emotions. This lesson is crucial for promoting a safe and supportive environment for all students.

Tier 3
2/25
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Sheila McKnight

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NC Instructor

Brave and Calm

This 2-session individual Tier 3 lesson helps second graders recognize and name stress and fear—especially in situations like moving or immigration—and practice two key coping strategies (deep breathing and talking through worries). Learners will engage with an illustrated story, guided discussions, role-play, and drawing activities in two 15-minute sessions.

Tier 3
5/12
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CECILIA ESTRADA

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CA General Education Teacher

Respect Express

This one-hour individual support lesson helps a 7th grade student with autism learn appropriate attention-seeking strategies and respectful social skills to replace profanity and spitting behaviors. Through visual supports, social stories, role-play, and positive reinforcement, the student will practice asking for attention and expressing needs in a respectful way.

Tier 3
5/27
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Calm and Collected

This lesson helps a 3rd-grade student with autism recognize and practice self-regulation strategies. Through a simple activity and worksheet, the student will learn to identify and apply techniques to manage emotions and behaviors. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and fostering independence in self-regulation.

Tier 3
2/25

David Hoch

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CA Psychologist

Respect: Words & Boundaries

In this individual 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 6th/7th grader with SEL and behavioral needs will learn why racist slurs and touching others’ property are harmful and how to choose respect instead. Simplified reading and clear scaffolds ensure accessibility at an elementary level.

Tier 3
5/7

Amy Rich

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MA Behavior Interventionist

Steady Steps

A concise module focused on building consistent routines and positive behavior patterns via goal-setting and progress tracking tailored to one student’s needs. This Tier 3 module supports a 6th grade student with individualized behavioral supports over a single 20-minute session, providing clear, structured tools to set, track, and reflect on daily routines.

Tier 3
5/17
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clanier

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MA Social Worker

Behavior Detective

In this 90-minute Tier 1 professional development session, teachers will explore the underlying causes of student behavior and learn strategies to interpret and respond effectively. Understanding behavior helps create empathic, supportive classrooms where all students thrive.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Calm and Connect

A 4-session, 15-minute individual support program for a 2nd grader with trauma-related behaviors, focusing on building trust, emotional awareness, and coping skills. Through short, engaging activities like breathing exercises, emotion identification, and role-play, this series helps the student feel safe, understood, and empowered to manage anxiety and emotional outbursts.

Tier 3
5/12
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Robbin Johnson-Perez

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CA School Administrator

Behavior Detectives

Over two 20-minute sessions, kindergarteners will become ‘Behavior Detectives,’ learning to identify expected and unexpected behaviors in the classroom through interactive activities and engaging games. This individual-focused lesson helps students self-regulate and build social skills, ideal for MTSS Tier 3 support.

Tier 3
5/13
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Jessica Thompson

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KS Social Worker

Managing Emotions and Behavior

This lesson is designed for a 7th grader with autism to help them understand and manage their emotions, specifically focusing on not hitting others. The lesson will include interactive activities and a video to engage the student, and it will last for 60 minutes.

Tier 3
2/25
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Positive Behavior Power

A 90-minute professional development session teaching K-12 teachers how to reinforce positive behaviors in the classroom. This session equips teachers with research-based strategies, practical activities, and reflection opportunities to create a supportive classroom environment and boost student engagement.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Respectful Boundaries Project

In this 90-minute individualized lesson, the student will explore why it’s not acceptable to spit on peers, understand respectful social boundaries, and apply these concepts through a creative project. This lesson is designed for a student with autism (Tier 3 support) and includes multisensory materials and structured activities to build social-emotional skills.

Tier 3
5/22
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Bridging the Gap

In this 15-minute, one-on-one session for a 7th grader experiencing depression and communication conflict with her mom, the counselor will explore feelings, set small goals, and practice self-compassion skills. This Tier 3 support fosters emotional safety and empowers the student to define next steps for dialogue when ready.

Tier 3
5/17
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Claudia Olivares

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CA Counselor

Taming the Anger Beast

In this 90-minute, Tier 3 individual session, a 4th grader will explore the roots of anger, learn to recognize physical and emotional signs, and practice evidence-based coping strategies. This personalized lesson builds self-awareness, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills to help students manage anger effectively.

Tier 3
5/29

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Desks Are Not Frisbees

In this 30-minute, one-on-one Tier 3 session for a 7th grader with autism and trauma, students will learn why throwing desks and chairs is unsafe and alternative ways to express big emotions. This lesson builds self-awareness, emotional regulation, and classroom safety skills.

Tier 3
5/7

Amy Rich

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MA Behavior Interventionist

Mindful Moments

An individualized plan for 2nd grade students teaching short mindfulness exercises to build impulse control and calm their minds. This 15-minute Tier 3 session helps students develop self-management skills through guided breathing and reflection.

Tier 3
5/28
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Jill Covington

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MI Counselor

From Fear to Freedom

A 6-session, 30-minute Tier 3 support series guiding a high school female student through strategies to understand, confront, and overcome trauma-related fears. Through discussions, activities, games, and reflections, the student will build coping skills, self-awareness, and resilience to transform fear into personal strength.

Tier 3
5/15

Michelle Schneider

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CA Psychologist

Emotion Regulation Adventure

This lesson focuses on helping 4th graders understand and regulate their emotions through engaging activities and discussions. By using Game-Based and Experiential Learning strategies, students will explore different emotions and learn practical techniques to manage them effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which is essential for personal growth and social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Stephen Habib

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MA Counselor

Emotion Wheel Dive

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual session for an 11th grade student, learners will explore DBT emotion regulation skills to recognize, label, and manage intense feelings using the emotion wheel. This targeted coaching session provides evidence-based strategies to build self-awareness and emotional resilience.

Tier 3
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Maricela

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IN Social Worker

Bully-Free Zone

Work individually with a student to create a personal action plan for navigating and preventing bullying situations. This personalized lesson is essential for building resilience and personal safety strategies.

Tier 3
3/10
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Patricia Wood

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MA Counselor

Feelings in Action

In this two-session preK lesson, students practice coping tools through engaging role-play scenarios, helping them recognize and manage emotions. This Tier 1 classroom lesson equips students with social-emotional skills in 20-minute interactive sessions.

Tier 1
5/29
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Ali Shwartz

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MA Instructor

Feelings Unleashed

This lesson is designed for a 2nd grade boy with intensive ADHD to help him learn how to appropriately express his feelings when upset. This is crucial for his emotional development and social interactions, providing him with strategies to communicate effectively and manage his emotions. The lesson will be conducted in one 30-minute session.

Tier 3
5/6
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David Sayegh

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CA Psychologist

I-Message Magic

A focused 15-minute Tier 3 lesson designed for a 3rd grade student to learn and practice I-messages as a tool to express feelings and needs clearly, reducing frustration and improving communication. This individualized support session equips the student with a structured approach to share emotions, fostering self-awareness and conflict-resolution skills.

Tier 3
5/20
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Kylie Taniguchi

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OR Counselor

Peer Power Plan

In this targeted 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 9th grade student will learn and practice three concrete coping strategies for navigating challenging peer interactions. This individualized lesson equips the student to recognize emotional triggers, apply calming techniques, and create a personalized action plan to use in real-life peer situations.

Tier 3
5/23
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maria.carr

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MA Counselor, Social Worker

Emotional Well-being: Understanding and Expressing Emotions

This lesson will help students understand how to identify and manage their emotions. Through discussions and creative expression activities, they will learn coping strategies and the importance of seeking support when needed. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to navigate their emotional well-being, build resilience, and improves their social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Catherine Cooper

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MA Instructor

Feeling Unsafe on the Bus?

In this one‐on‐one 30‐minute session, a 7th grader will learn concrete strategies to cope with and report bullying they experience on the school bus, build confidence, and practice self‐advocacy. This Tier 3 individual support lesson empowers the student to stay safe and seek help when feeling threatened.

Tier 3
5/29
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jhulsen

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MA Counselor

Facing School Fears

This lesson is designed to help 7th-grade students who are experiencing school avoidance by addressing their fears and providing coping strategies. It's important because it empowers students to overcome anxiety and build confidence in attending school regularly. The session will last 15 minutes and is tailored for individual support, focusing on personalized interventions.

Tier 3
4/14
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rcolosi

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MA Counselor

Building Bridges: Home-School Behavior Strategies

This lesson plan is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their child's behavior management at home, fostering a consistent approach between school and home. By aligning strategies used at school with those at home, parents can create a supportive environment that encourages positive behavior and emotional growth. This lesson is important as it helps build a strong partnership between parents and teachers, ensuring that children receive consistent guidance and support in both settings.

Tier 1
2/25
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Zachary Eden

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NC Behavior Interventionist

Mood Mapping

In this 15-minute small-group Tier 2 session, 7th graders will learn to identify emotional triggers and coping strategies using interactive mood charts. This targeted behavioral support helps students build self-awareness and resilience through daily check-ins.

Tier 2
5/13
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elizabeth.smith

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MA Counselor, Social Worker

Positive Pathways

Positive Pathways is a one-on-one intervention plan for a 1st grade student focusing on tracking progress of positive behavior goals through daily monitoring and data-driven support adjustments in 30-minute sessions. This targeted approach empowers the student to self-reflect, celebrate achievements, and guides the teacher in providing just-right supports.

Tier 3
5/12
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tmarshall

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MA Social Worker

Feelings and Behaviors Adventure

This lesson introduces young students to the concept of feelings and how to manage behaviors through engaging activities. By using experiential learning and trauma-informed teaching strategies, students will explore their emotions in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps children develop emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

Tier 1
2/25

Jennifer Daigle

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MA Counselor

The Regulation Blueprint

This one-on-one coaching session guides a 5th grade student to build a personalized self-regulation plan with visual supports and coping scripts, empowering greater emotional independence and resilience. This Tier 3 session lasts 40 minutes and equips the student with strategies for sensory regulation and self-monitoring in real-life situations.

Tier 3
5/6
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kimberly.pittman

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AZ Special Education Teacher

Feelings Detective

In this Tier 3 individual session, a 1st-grade student engages in a 15-minute game-based resource to identify facial expressions and body cues to read emotions in themselves and others. This targeted session builds foundational social-emotional skills essential for self-awareness and perspective-taking.

Tier 3
5/21
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Bonnie Gil

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CA Psychologist