Allison Thibodaux-Wing

This lesson is designed to help a fifth-grade girl with ADHD-combined type and Autism improve her executive functioning skills through quick and engaging activities using organizational tools. The lesson includes a short video segment, a brief activity, and a simplified worksheet to reinforce learning. By focusing on planning and organization, students will learn how using tools like planners and checklists can enhance their ability to manage tasks and improve focus.

In this lesson, 1st-grade students will engage in activities designed to enhance their active listening skills. Through listening exercises and guided discussions, students will learn the importance of paying attention and how it contributes to effective communication. This lesson is crucial for developing foundational skills that support classroom learning and social interactions.

This lesson introduces 3rd grade students to mindfulness through simple breathing exercises and guided imagery. The goal is to help students increase their attention span and improve focus during classroom activities. Mindfulness techniques can be a valuable tool for students to calm their minds, reduce stress, and enhance their learning experience.

In this lesson, students will explore how different colors can represent various emotions through painting. They'll learn to associate colors with feelings and express themselves creatively. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional awareness and self-expression, which are crucial for their social-emotional development.

In this lesson, students will engage in guided mindfulness exercises to learn how to recognize and manage their emotions. The session will conclude with a reflection on how mindfulness can be applied in daily life. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to enhance their emotional well-being and improve focus and concentration in their daily activities.

In this lesson, students will engage in group discussions and activities to explore how emotions affect friendships and how to communicate feelings effectively. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional intelligence and social skills, which are crucial for building and maintaining healthy relationships.

In this interactive lesson, students will learn to identify emotions by examining facial expressions. They'll participate in games that promote understanding of non-verbal cues. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop emotional intelligence and empathy, which are crucial for their social interactions and personal development.

In this lesson, students will create 'fortune tellers' to learn how to ask questions and share interests with new friends. This interactive activity helps students understand the foundations of making friends through fun and creativity. It is important as it encourages social interaction, communication skills, and empathy among students.

In this lesson, students will use building blocks to construct 'friendship towers' that symbolize the pillars of friendship, such as honesty and support. This interactive activity helps students visualize and understand complex concepts in a simple and engaging way. By the end of the lesson, students will have a better grasp of the qualities that make up strong friendships and how they can embody these traits in their own relationships.

In this lesson, students will create a 'friendship stew' using symbolic items that represent kindness, sharing, and listening. This hands-on activity encourages teamwork and understanding, helping young students to identify and appreciate the qualities that make a good friend. By engaging in this creative exercise, students will develop social-emotional skills and learn the importance of collaboration and empathy.

In this lesson, students will become 'emotion detectives' as they explore various emotions by identifying facial expressions and body language clues in story-based scenarios. This interactive lesson enhances social skills and emotional understanding through engaging detective-themed activities. By participating in this lesson, students will develop empathy and improve their ability to recognize and respond to emotions in themselves and others, which is crucial for their social and emotional development.

This lesson focuses on helping a 4th-grade boy with trauma learn to manage his emotions through game-based learning and trauma-informed teaching. By using a video and interactive activities, the lesson aims to teach the student how to identify emotions, think about coping skills, and practice these skills in a supportive environment. This approach is crucial for building emotional resilience and providing the student with tools to handle challenging situations.

In this lesson, students will explore strategies to cope with aggression through a fun and engaging approach using horror characters. The lesson will begin with a video on anger management techniques, followed by a game-based activity where students will role-play as horror characters learning to manage their emotions. The lesson will conclude with a restorative discussion to reflect on the strategies learned. This lesson is important as it provides students with practical tools to manage their emotions, fostering a healthier classroom environment and improving their social-emotional skills.

This lesson focuses on teaching 3rd-grade students the importance of friendship and peer support for mental wellness. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn how to identify qualities of a good friend, understand the value of supporting peers, and practice empathy. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive classroom environment and helping students develop essential social-emotional skills.

In this lesson, students will engage in a storytelling session to explore the concept of personal boundaries. Through listening to a story and participating in guided discussions, students will reflect on the characters' experiences and learn the importance of respecting personal boundaries. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills and fostering empathy among students.

In this lesson, students will engage in a game of Bingo to identify examples of personal boundaries and discuss ways to respect them. This interactive activity encourages participation and reinforces learning in a playful manner. Understanding personal boundaries is crucial for developing healthy relationships and fostering a respectful classroom environment.

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th-grade students about the importance of personal boundaries, how to express them, and how to respect others' boundaries. Through engaging activities, students will build communication and self-advocacy skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development. Understanding and respecting boundaries is essential for creating a safe and respectful environment, both in school and in personal relationships.

In this lesson, students will engage in storytelling and creative expression activities to learn how to identify and articulate their emotions. This lesson is important as it helps build emotional intelligence and empathy among peers, which are crucial skills for personal and social development.

In this lesson, students will explore the qualities that make a good friend through engaging activities and discussions. They will participate in role-playing scenarios to practice empathy and kindness, which are essential social skills. This lesson is important as it helps students develop interpersonal skills and understand the value of positive relationships.

This lesson introduces 3rd grade students to mindfulness practices, focusing on simple breathing exercises and reflective journaling. These activities are designed to help students manage stress and improve focus, providing them with tools to enhance their emotional well-being and concentration in class.

This lesson introduces 4th graders to organization skills through a game-based learning approach. Students will watch a video on the Circle of Control, which helps them understand what they can and cannot control in their lives. This lesson is important as it empowers students to focus on organizing aspects they can control, reducing stress and enhancing their ability to manage tasks effectively.

In this lesson, students will explore different emotions and learn strategies to manage them through storytelling and creative expression. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional regulation and self-awareness, which are crucial skills for personal and social development. By understanding and managing their emotions, students can improve their interactions with others and enhance their overall well-being.