Christy Olivieri

In this 10-minute kindergarten lesson, students will learn to recognize and express basic emotions through engaging activities and storytelling. Fostering early mental health awareness helps children develop empathy, emotional regulation, and a positive classroom community. Components: Tier 1 universal lesson with lesson plan and slide deck.

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to the concept of grit, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and resilience in overcoming challenges. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn how to apply grit in their daily lives, fostering a growth mindset and a positive attitude towards learning. This 30-minute session is designed for a Tier 1 classroom setting, making it accessible and beneficial for all students.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to the concept of grit, helping them understand perseverance and resilience through engaging stories and activities. By learning about grit, students will develop a growth mindset that encourages them to keep trying even when things get tough, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and success.

In this lesson, students will explore how their bodies function like engines, converting food into energy to fuel daily activities. Through interactive activities, they will learn about metabolism and the importance of nutrition. This lesson is crucial as it helps students understand the role of food in providing energy and maintaining health, fostering an early appreciation for healthy eating habits.

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of gratitude through storytelling and interactive activities. By understanding and expressing gratitude, students can develop a positive mindset and improve their social-emotional skills. This lesson will help students recognize the importance of being thankful and how it can positively impact their relationships and well-being.

This lesson introduces students to the concept of gratitude through a short video and an engaging activity. Students will watch a video that highlights the importance of gratitude and then participate in a collaborative activity to express their own gratitude. This lesson helps students understand the value of being thankful and how it can positively impact their relationships and well-being.

This lesson engages 3rd and 4th graders in cooperative games to teach the importance of teamwork and turn-taking. Through hands-on activities, students will learn to communicate and collaborate effectively, skills that are essential for their social and academic development. The lesson is designed to be interactive and fun, ensuring students are actively participating and learning.

In this lesson, students will anonymously write interesting facts about themselves, and the class will guess who each fact belongs to. This activity fosters curiosity, engagement, and a sense of community among students. It helps students learn more about each other in a fun and interactive way, promoting social-emotional learning and enhancing classroom dynamics.

In this lesson, students will create a personal collage that represents their individual interests, goals, and dreams. This artistic expression allows students to creatively share their identity with their peers. The lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection, creativity, and communication skills, helping students to better understand themselves and each other.

In this lesson, 2nd grade girls will explore their emotions and ideas through various art forms. They will engage in a creative project that allows them to express themselves artistically, fostering self-awareness and emotional expression. This lesson is important as it encourages creativity, emotional intelligence, and self-expression, which are crucial for personal development.

This lesson focuses on empowering young girls to find and use their voices effectively through engaging activities. By participating in role-playing, group discussions, and reflection exercises, students will develop confidence and communication skills. This lesson is important as it encourages self-expression and helps students build a strong sense of self, which is crucial for their personal and academic growth.

In this lesson, students will learn about different types of emotions and explore healthy ways to cope with them through storytelling, discussions, and role-playing activities. This lesson is important because it helps young students understand their emotions and develop strategies to manage them effectively.

In this lesson, students will learn about different emotions by identifying and discussing various facial expressions. They will practice expressing their own feelings in constructive ways. This lesson is important as it helps students build emotional awareness and empathy, which are critical for social development.

This 8-session lesson plan aims to cultivate respect, responsibility, perseverance, coping, and communication skills among 3rd and 4th grade boys through interactive activities and guided discussions. These skills are foundational for their personal and social development.

In this lesson, students will play a game of Emotion Charades where they will act out various emotions for their peers to guess. This activity helps students recognize and interpret emotions in social situations, which is crucial for developing empathy and social skills.

Students will learn how to resolve conflicts using positive communication and active listening through engaging discussion and role-playing activities. This lesson is crucial in helping students develop essential social skills, fostering an environment of empathy and understanding.

Students will use puppets to act out scenarios involving different emotions. This helps with emotional expression and empathy. This lesson is important as it's essential for young students to understand and express their emotions healthily.

Students will act out different emotions while their classmates guess which emotion is being portrayed. This game helps students recognize and understand a variety of feelings, which is important for their social-emotional development.

This lesson focuses on helping students manage work avoidance by addressing underlying stress. Students will watch a video on stress management techniques and engage in activities to practice these techniques. This lesson is designed to equip students with practical skills to manage stress and improve their focus and productivity.

This lesson will use the 'Circle of Control Activity for Kids' video to help students understand what they can and cannot control. By identifying these areas, students can focus on manageable tasks, reducing feelings of helplessness and improving their ability to stay on task. This lesson is important as it empowers students with skills to manage their responsibilities more effectively and reduces work avoidance.

Students will learn techniques for resolving common conflicts that occur during recess through discussions, role-playing activities, and reflections. This lesson is essential as it equips young learners with the social-emotional skills needed for peaceful interactions, fostering a positive playground experience.

In this lesson, students will explore the differences between gender identity and sexual identity through interactive activities and discussions. This lesson aims to clarify common misconceptions and foster a respectful understanding of these concepts. It is crucial for students to recognize and respect diverse identities to promote inclusivity and empathy within their community.

In this lesson, students will use visual aids and interactive games to learn how to identify and express different emotions. Improving emotional literacy at an early age helps children develop better social skills and empathy.

A six-week series where students learn to identify what they can and cannot control to manage stress and emotions. The series uses videos and activities to teach students the importance of focusing on controllable aspects of life and developing strategies for coping with uncontrollable ones. This will help enhance social skills and self-regulation by promoting mindfulness and healthy coping mechanisms.