Kristen Federico

This lesson guides students in identifying and establishing personal routines that promote academic and emotional success. Students will reflect on their daily habits, experiment with adding new rituals, and assess the impact on their wellbeing. Perfect for middle schoolers, this one-session, 45-minute lesson empowers lifelong skills.

Encourage students to develop empathy and compassion through active community involvement and social projects. This lesson helps students understand the impact of empathy in driving positive change within their local and global communities.

Guide students toward understanding the connection between mental and physical wellness through integrative practices. This lesson includes mindfulness and light physical activities to promote overall health, helping students manage stress and improve concentration in their daily lives.

Empower students to set clear, achievable goals and map out actionable steps toward their future aspirations. The lesson focuses on reflective exercises and strategic planning to help students visualize their path beyond the high school stage. Perfect for high schoolers gearing up for college or career readiness.

Encourage students to harness the power of teamwork and creative problem-solving with this lesson that combines collaborative exercises with innovative thinking techniques. By learning the benefits of cooperation and creativity, students can tackle academic and personal challenges more effectively.

Support students in cultivating emotional resilience through activities that teach them to manage feelings of stress and overwhelm. This lesson emphasizes self-care, reflective journaling, and group discussions to reinforce the importance of emotional wellness.

Help students develop strong decision-making skills by guiding them through the process of evaluating options and consequences. This lesson supports students in building confidence in their ability to make thoughtful, informed decisions, which is crucial as they face important life choices.

This lesson helps students identify the sources of their stress and understand how it affects their daily lives. Understanding stressors is crucial for developing effective management strategies. This lesson is designed for a 9th grade class and will take approximately 45 minutes.

Examine the role of crying and its emotional benefits in a small group setting. This lesson encourages openness and understanding of emotional expression, designed for a 9th-grade group. The session lasts 30 minutes and focuses on fostering emotional intelligence and empathy among students.

Guide a small group through the ups and downs of emotions, teaching resilience and ways to cope with emotional changes. This lesson is key for emotional resilience, designed for a 6th grade group and lasting 30 minutes.

Dive into the biological and neurological aspects of emotions and how they affect behavior. This lesson enhances scientific understanding of emotions and mental health for an 8th Grade Class in a 60-minute session.

Delve into the dual nature of emotions and how they can be both helpful and challenging. This lesson promotes healthy emotional management strategies for students. Designed for a 7th-grade class, this 50-minute session will explore the complexities of emotions and equip students with strategies to manage them effectively.

Help individual students become emotion detectives, identifying their own feelings and the triggers behind them. This lesson is crucial for personal emotional growth and understanding, tailored for 8th-grade students. The session is designed to be completed in 40 minutes, focusing on Tier 3: Individual support.

A collaborative group session where students work on team-building activities that emphasize mutual support and encouragement. This lesson highlights the benefits of a supportive peer environment for 7th graders, designed to be completed in a 60-minute session. It aims to foster a sense of community and enhance students' self-esteem through peer interactions.

A whole class session where students reflect on internal versus external validation, promoting an understanding that self-worth comes from within. This lesson is essential for fostering intrinsic motivation and self-acceptance.

An individual session focusing on building self-confidence by setting personal goals and celebrating small victories. This lesson is vital for nurturing a student's self-belief and determination.

An interactive session exploring common mental health myths versus facts. This lesson helps bust myths and promotes awareness among students. Designed for a 7th-grade class, this 50-minute session aims to foster understanding and empathy by debunking misconceptions about mental health.

Students will create a personalized mental health toolkit. This activity empowers students to identify and utilize resources to support their mental well-being. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize the importance of mental health and equips them with practical tools to manage stress and emotions. Designed for 8th-grade students, this session will last 60 minutes and is part of a Tier 2 group support intervention.

Students will explore their emotions and triggers through guided activities. Understanding emotions can lead to better self-regulation and empathy towards others. This lesson is designed for a 7th grade class and will be completed in one 45-minute session, focusing on self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

This individual session focuses on empowering students to recognize their strengths and areas for growth. By understanding their capabilities, students can develop strategies to improve and succeed. This lesson is important as it fosters self-awareness and personal development, crucial skills for 7th graders navigating adolescence.

A small group lesson focusing on understanding control and influence over one's life. Students will explore how recognizing control enhances self-awareness and decision-making. This lesson is important as it empowers students to identify areas of their lives they can control, leading to better decision-making and increased self-awareness. Designed for a 7th-grade group, this session will last 45 minutes and is classified as Tier 2: Group support.

Students will learn to identify and understand their emotions through engaging activities. This lesson enhances emotional intelligence and self-awareness by helping students recognize their emotional triggers and responses. Designed for a 7th-grade class, this 55-minute session will provide classroom-wide support in emotional intelligence.

This lesson encourages students to engage in deep reflection about their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors to understand their inner self better. It aids in developing emotional intelligence and self-regulation.

Explore the concept of self-awareness by delving into personal identity, traits, and aspirations. This lesson will help students gain a deeper understanding of themselves, which is crucial for personal growth and emotional intelligence.

Addressing conflicts that arise in digital spaces and teaching online conflict resolution.

Developing empathy as a core component of effective communication and mutual understanding. This lesson is designed for middle school students and aims to enhance their interpersonal skills by understanding and practicing empathy in various communication scenarios. The lesson will take approximately 60 minutes.

Enhancing students' ability to articulate their feelings through an expanded emotional vocabulary. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to better understand and express their emotions, leading to improved communication and emotional intelligence. Targeted at middle school students, this lesson spans one session of 60 minutes.

This lesson provides strategies for managing anger in healthy ways through role-playing and reflection. It is designed for students to understand and practice anger management techniques in a supportive environment. The lesson will take approximately 60 minutes.

Focuses on using painting as a method for expressing emotions and exploring personal narratives.

Engages students in using clay and sculpture to develop tactile and creative skills, promoting mental health and wellness through art therapy. This lesson is designed for middle school students and will take approximately 60 minutes.

Explore techniques to articulate feelings effectively and process emotions through writing.

Differentiate between critical and supportive inner voices.

Encourage students to apply self-esteem principles through interactive games.

Teach students how to transform negative thoughts into positive ones.

Teach students how to use positive affirmations to boost self-esteem. This lesson is designed for middle school students and aims to enhance their emotional wellness and self-esteem through practical activities and reflections. The duration of the lesson is approximately 60 minutes.

Create a metaphorical 'tree' of self-esteem, illustrating its roots, trunk, and branches.

Students learn to weigh the risks and benefits of different options and make informed decisions.

Explores how personal values and beliefs influence decision-making and the importance of aligning decisions with these values.

An introductory lesson on the fundamentals of decision-making, focusing on the cognitive processes and emotional factors involved.

In this lesson, students will learn the value of constructive criticism by practicing giving and receiving feedback in a supportive environment. Through role-playing and group discussions, they will understand how to communicate criticisms positively and constructively. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential communication skills, fostering a classroom environment where feedback is seen as a tool for growth and improvement.

This lesson engages students in understanding the impact of their choices on themselves and others. Through inquiry-based learning, students will explore the concept of peer pressure and decision-making. The lesson includes a video, reading, and writing activities to help students reflect on their actions and develop critical thinking skills.

In this lesson, students will create journey maps to reflect on significant events and personal growth moments from their high school journey. This activity fosters self-awareness and appreciation for personal development, helping students recognize their achievements and areas for improvement.

In this lesson, students will engage in role-playing exercises to explore different perspectives and practice empathy. These activities are designed to help students develop understanding and compassion, fostering a supportive classroom environment. By stepping into someone else's shoes, students will gain insights into diverse experiences and emotions, which is crucial for building a more empathetic and inclusive community.

This workshop is designed to improve students' listening skills through mindfulness exercises, fostering empathy and connection among peers. By enhancing their ability to listen mindfully, students can strengthen their community bonds and reduce misunderstandings, which is crucial for their social and emotional development.

This lesson provides a platform for students to share personal stories of overcoming challenges, fostering resilience and creating a supportive community. By sharing real-life examples of perseverance, students can inspire each other and build a sense of camaraderie. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, communication skills, and a stronger sense of self-awareness.

In this lesson, students will participate in team-building exercises that emphasize the importance of constructive criticism in teamwork. They will learn how to offer and accept feedback to improve group performance. This lesson is crucial for developing communication skills and fostering a collaborative environment, which are essential for both academic and personal growth.

This lesson engages students in group discussions to explore different perspectives on common issues. By analyzing diverse viewpoints, students will enhance their critical thinking and empathy skills. This lesson is important as it encourages students to appreciate diversity, reduce conflict, and foster a sense of community.

This lesson encourages students to write and share personal stories, providing a safe space to explore identity and emotions. Through storytelling, students can articulate their inner worlds, fostering emotional expression and understanding. This exercise is important as it helps students develop empathy, self-awareness, and communication skills, which are crucial for their personal and social development.

This lesson encourages students to write and share personal stories, providing a safe space to explore identity and emotions. Through narrative therapy, students articulate their inner worlds, fostering emotional expression and understanding. This exercise is important as it helps students develop empathy, self-awareness, and communication skills, which are crucial for their personal and social development.

In this lesson, students will engage in a creative exercise to design their own 'gratitude garden' on paper. This activity encourages students to focus on positive thoughts and appreciation for people and experiences in their lives. By fostering a gratitude practice, students can enhance their overall well-being and develop a positive mindset.