David Patterson

This 30-minute small-group lesson helps 3rd graders identify and express emotions through discussion, charades, and reflective journaling. By validating and exploring feelings, students build emotional intelligence, empathy, and healthy expression skills.

This lesson focuses on teaching 9th-grade students how to manage acceptance, an essential life skill that fosters emotional resilience and social harmony. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will explore the concept of acceptance, understand its importance, and learn strategies to embrace it in their daily lives. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

This lesson aims to educate 9th-grade students about anxiety, helping them recognize its signs and understand coping mechanisms. It's important as it empowers students with knowledge and strategies to manage anxiety, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.

Students engage in introspective dialogue to understand their internal thought processes and biases. This lesson is critical for self-awareness and personal growth, fostering introspection and mindfulness.

In this lesson, students will create a playlist of songs that uplift and inspire them. Each student will share a track with the class, discussing why it resonates with them and listening together. This lesson promotes emotional expression through music, enhances listening skills, and builds a sense of community. It helps students articulate their feelings and understand the impact of music on emotions.

This lesson explores the science behind happiness and how positive psychology can influence our daily lives. Students will engage in activities designed to boost happiness and well-being, helping them understand the factors that contribute to a fulfilling life. This lesson is important as it equips students with knowledge and strategies to enhance their mental health and overall life satisfaction.

In this lesson, students will explore the impact of technology on mental health and engage in a 'digital detox' day. They will reflect on their screen time habits and participate in tech-free activities to understand the benefits of reducing screen time. This lesson is important as it helps students become aware of their technology usage and encourages healthier habits.

In this lesson, students will deepen their understanding of conflict resolution through complex role-playing scenarios. They will practice using 'I' statements and active listening to resolve disagreements peacefully. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential life skills to manage conflicts constructively, fostering a positive and collaborative classroom environment.

This lesson focuses on teaching 10th graders how to effectively follow instructions using project-based and blended learning strategies. By incorporating the videos 'How to Study for a Test,' 'How to Build Self-Discipline,' and 'How to Practice Effectively...For Just About Anything,' students will learn practical techniques for understanding and executing tasks. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and everyday life, fostering independence and confidence.