Megan Ramsey

This lesson introduces students to the concept of a growth mindset through a simple and engaging activity. Students will learn how their brains can grow and change with effort and practice. This lesson is important as it encourages students to embrace challenges and view mistakes as opportunities for learning, fostering resilience and a love for learning.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to the concept of self-monitoring through a fun and interactive superhero theme. Students will learn how to recognize their own behaviors and practice self-regulation in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps young students with ADHD develop essential skills for managing their actions and emotions, which can lead to improved focus and classroom behavior.

This lesson focuses on promoting positive communication and reducing negative impulsive behaviors among 5th-grade students. Through a guided discussion, students will explore the impact of their words and learn strategies for expressing themselves constructively. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, self-awareness, and effective communication skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

This lesson aims to help 4th-grade students understand and manage anxiety and compulsive behaviors through experiential and active learning. By engaging in a short reading, completing a worksheet, and reflecting through an exit ticket, students will learn practical strategies to calm their minds and focus their thoughts. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle stress and anxiety, promoting mental well-being and a positive learning environment.

This lesson aims to boost self-esteem and encourage positive self-talk among 5th graders through engaging activities, discussions, and a reflective worksheet. By fostering a supportive environment, students will learn to recognize and replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations, enhancing their emotional well-being and resilience.

This lesson helps 5th-grade students understand and manage impulsivity by learning to pause and think before acting. Through a brief discussion, video, and a condensed activity, students will explore the concept of the 'upstairs' and 'downstairs' brain and practice strategies to regain control over their emotions. This lesson is crucial for developing self-regulation skills, which are essential for academic success and personal well-being.