Jamilah Murrell

In this single-session lesson for Grades 3-5, students create a personal time capsule journal, reflecting on their school year achievements, challenges, and joyful moments. This activity fosters introspection, boosts self-esteem, and helps students appreciate their personal growth. Includes a lesson plan, slide deck, and journal template.

In this uplifting lesson for Grades 2-3, students will create a 'Garden of Gratitude' within the classroom, where each flower symbolizes something they are thankful for. Through discussion and reflection, they learn the importance of gratitude in everyday life, which enhances their contentment and social bonds.

Explore the concept of challenges and why they are a natural part of life. This lesson helps students understand that challenges can lead to growth and learning. Designed for a 3rd Grade Class, this Tier 1 lesson spans one 45-minute session.

Guide students through techniques to effectively take turns during group activities and discussions. This lesson will improve listening skills and patience for a 1st grade group in a 25-minute session. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop essential social skills that are crucial for collaborative learning and interaction.

Explore the importance of sharing in building relationships and creating a harmonious classroom environment. This lesson will help students understand how sharing can positively impact their interactions with peers. Designed for a 1st Grade Class, this Tier 1 lesson spans one 30-minute session.

Encourage students to explore the importance of speaking up for themselves by understanding their own needs and how to communicate them effectively. This lesson helps build confidence and interpersonal skills for a 3rd grade class in a 45-minute session.

Designed for individual students, this lesson focuses on personal growth through the understanding that abilities can be developed. This helps in building a positive self-image and motivation.

In this creative lesson, students follow verbal instructions to create a painting, combining art with listening practices. This lesson is important as it enhances students' listening skills and creativity, making learning fun and engaging. Designed for a 1st-grade class, it is a single 25-minute session.

Individual-focused lesson where a student becomes a 'detective' to follow detailed directions and solve a mystery. This personalized approach helps build confidence and listening accuracy.

Students will engage in a fun game where they must listen carefully to follow a series of directions that lead them to discover a secret message. This lesson helps improve auditory processing and following instructions, crucial for young learners.

Transform your classroom into a detective agency as students use their ears to solve sound mysteries. This lesson enhances critical listening and cognitive skills for a 1st Grade Class. The session lasts 35 minutes and is designed as a Tier 1 Classroom activity.

Students empathize with the feeling of missing a friend by creating a story about a missing buddy, helping them understand emotions and develop empathy. This lesson is important as it fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young learners, crucial skills for their social development. Designed for a 1st Grade class, this single-session lesson lasts 30 minutes.

Students will express their emotions about missing friends through art, creating heartfelt cards to understand and manage feelings. This lesson is important as it helps young students navigate their emotions and develop empathy, fostering a supportive classroom environment. Designed for a 1st-grade class, this single-session lesson lasts 35 minutes.

Students become 'feelings detectives' to explore emotions related to missing friends, enhancing their emotional vocabulary and empathy. This lesson is important as it helps young students identify and express their feelings, fostering emotional intelligence and empathy. Designed for a 1st-grade class, the lesson will be conducted in a single 30-minute session.

In this creative lesson, students use memory jars to capture memories with a friend they miss, learning about cherishing and valuing relationships. This lesson is important as it helps young students understand the significance of friendships and how to cherish them, fostering emotional intelligence and empathy. Designed for a 1st-grade group, this session lasts 25 minutes and is part of a Tier 2 support strategy.

Students create 'wish whispers' for friends they miss, promoting positive thinking and emotional expression. This lesson helps young students in a 1st-grade class express their emotions and maintain connections with friends they miss, fostering empathy and communication skills. The session is designed to be completed in 30 minutes and is suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

This imaginative lesson for Grades 2-3 transforms students into 'empathy detectives.' Through role-play and interactive activities, they solve 'emotional mysteries' by figuring out how different scenarios feel from another's perspective, enhancing empathetic understanding.

This lesson focuses on recognizing and naming emotions in others, crucial for emotional intelligence. It aids individual students in developing empathy and understanding social dynamics, specifically designed for 1st-grade students. The lesson is structured as a 15-minute session tailored for Tier 3 individual support.

An engaging exploration into empathy, allowing students to piece together the elements of understanding others' emotions. This lesson is designed for individual focus and personal growth, targeting 3rd-grade students. It is a 20-minute session aimed at enhancing personal empathy skills, classified under Tier 3 for individual support.

Students will explore the importance of perspective-taking through storytelling and role-playing. Understanding different viewpoints is essential for building empathy and strong social connections. This lesson is designed for a 3rd grade class and will take approximately 45 minutes.

This lesson explores the concept of having 'bad days' and how to handle them. Students will learn that everyone experiences tough times and will gain strategies for managing their feelings. This lesson is designed for a 3rd grade class and will take approximately 40 minutes. It is important as it helps students develop emotional resilience and coping skills.

A lesson to help students understand life's challenges and how they contribute to personal growth. This lesson includes storytelling and reflective activities, designed for a 3rd grade class and lasting 45 minutes. It aims to foster resilience and empathy in students by exploring real-life stories and engaging them in meaningful discussions.

A small group activity where students embark on an 'empathy adventure,' solving challenges by understanding different perspectives. This lesson strengthens social skills and teamwork, designed for a 3rd grade group. It is a 30-minute session focusing on Tier 2: Group supports, helping students develop empathy and collaboration skills.

This lesson engages 3rd-grade students in a team-building scavenger hunt designed to enhance collaboration and communication skills. Through experiential and collaborative learning strategies, students will work together to solve clues and complete tasks, fostering a sense of teamwork and cooperation. This activity not only strengthens social skills but also encourages critical thinking and problem-solving in a fun and interactive way.

This lesson introduces 3rd graders to the concept of empathy through interactive activities. Students will learn to recognize and express empathy by engaging in simple scenarios and discussions. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop social-emotional skills that are essential for building friendships and understanding others.

This lesson aims to help 3rd-grade students understand their emotions and how to implement strategies to manage them effectively. By using a combination of video, discussion, and hands-on activities, students will learn to identify emotions and apply coping strategies in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential emotional regulation skills, fostering a healthy classroom atmosphere and promoting personal well-being.

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the concepts of fixed and growth mindsets through interactive activities and discussions. Students will explore how adopting a growth mindset can help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. This lesson is important as it empowers students to develop resilience and a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.

In this lesson, students will work collaboratively to assemble a giant puzzle, with each piece representing a responsibility in their daily lives. This activity is designed to promote cooperation and understanding of shared responsibilities among students. By engaging in this hands-on activity, students will learn the importance of teamwork and how each individual's role contributes to a larger goal.

In this lesson, students will engage in a role-play activity to simulate a day in the life of a responsible student. They will make decisions that reflect responsibility, focusing on self-discipline and time management. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of their choices and develop skills necessary for being responsible citizens in their school community.

In this lesson, students will explore the connection between thoughts and feelings through engaging activities involving thought bubbles. They will learn to identify unhelpful thoughts and practice strategies to challenge and reframe them. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional awareness and resilience, equipping them with skills to manage their emotions effectively.

This lesson helps kindergarten students understand the importance of sharing their problems with trusted individuals. Through a sharing circle and reflective journaling, students will learn to express their feelings and seek support. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and fostering a supportive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will explore different emotions and learn how to express them in healthy ways through art and writing activities. This lesson is important as it helps young students understand their feelings and the significance of sharing them, which is crucial for their mental wellbeing and social development.

In this lesson, kindergarten students will participate in a 'Problem-Solving Circle' where they will sit in a circle and take turns sharing problems they face, while their peers offer advice and solutions. This activity is important as it helps young students develop empathy, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills, which are essential for their social and emotional development.

In this lesson, students will learn the importance of asking for help and offering it to others through engaging activities. The lesson includes group discussions and a 'help board' project, which will help students develop social-emotional skills such as empathy and teamwork. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable seeking and providing assistance.

In this lesson, students will engage in role-playing activities to explore and practice empathy. By understanding different perspectives, students will develop emotional intelligence and social skills, which are crucial for their growth as caring citizens and responsible contributors in a global society.

This lesson uses social stories to teach students about respect and kindness on the playground. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn how to demonstrate these values during playtime. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social-emotional skills, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

This lesson is designed to help 3rd grade students understand and develop resilience and perseverance, particularly for those who struggle with anxiety. Through a combination of video, interactive activities, and a worksheet, students will learn practical strategies to manage their emotions and build resilience. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to handle challenges and stress, fostering a positive mindset and emotional well-being.

This lesson helps 3rd grade students understand and navigate their emotions, particularly in relation to crushes. Through a combination of video, discussion, and activities, students will learn to identify and express their feelings in a healthy way. This lesson is important as it fosters emotional intelligence and helps students develop coping strategies for managing complex emotions.

This lesson engages kindergarten students in identifying and expressing their emotions through interactive activities such as puppetry and art. By using creative methods, students will learn to recognize different emotions and communicate them effectively. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop emotional literacy, which is crucial for their social and emotional development.

In this lesson, students will engage in a circle time activity to discuss friendship feelings, including crushes. They will learn to appreciate and respect each other's emotions and boundaries. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop social-emotional skills, such as empathy and respect, which are crucial for building healthy relationships.

In this lesson, students will engage in an interactive game where they match emotions to various friendship scenarios. This activity is designed to help young learners recognize and articulate their feelings, such as having a crush, in a safe and supportive environment. Understanding emotions is crucial for developing empathy and social skills, which are foundational for healthy relationships.

In this lesson, students will embark on a quest to discover acts of kindness within themselves and others. Through role-playing and discussions, they will understand the impact of kindness and how it reflects positive traits. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop empathy and social skills, fostering a positive classroom environment.

In this lesson, 1st grade students will explore their unique positive traits by identifying and celebrating their 'superpowers.' Through storytelling and creative activities, they will learn to recognize and appreciate their individual strengths. This lesson is important as it fosters self-awareness and self-esteem, encouraging students to value their individuality and the unique contributions they can make to their community.

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the concept of resilience through storytelling. Students will listen to stories featuring characters who demonstrate resilience, discuss the traits that helped these characters overcome challenges, and reflect on how they can apply these traits in their own lives. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for personal growth and overcoming obstacles.