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A structured data collection form designed for social workers and teachers to systematically record 7th grade students’ emotional awareness and self-regulation skills during small group sessions. This single 30-minute session Tier 2 tool helps track progress on IEP goals by capturing identification of triggers, emotion expression methods, and interpretation of emotional cues across 5 opportunities.
A structured data collection sheet designed for individual Tier 3 IEP monitoring of a 5th grade student’s emotional regulation goals. This one-page tool will allow teachers or the social worker to record performance on identifying emotions, matching Zones of Regulation, and requesting support across sessions—perfect for 30-minute check-ins during the IEP reporting period.
In this two-session, 30-minute group support lesson for 7th graders, students will explore the causes of impulsive behavior, especially related to ADHD, and learn practical coping strategies for self-control. Through guided discussion and an engaging interactive game, students will build awareness and practice skills to manage impulses in real-world situations.
This Tier 3 individual lesson supports an 8th grader through a 15-minute daily reflection series. Students build self-awareness by journaling mood, tracking emotional triggers, and evaluating reflection quality using CASEL competencies.
In this three-session small-group journaling journey, 5th graders will reflect on their growth, friendships, and goals as the school year wraps up. This lesson is important because it helps students process experiences, build self-awareness, and set intentions for next year. Audience: 5th grade small group (3 students). Sessions: 3. Duration: 30 minutes each.
This lesson supports middle and high school students in recognizing their personal growth and achievements over the school year. Students will create journals to reflect on experiences, celebrate accomplishments, set future goals, and practice self-awareness. This one-session lesson equips learners with reflective skills that foster confidence and forward thinking.
In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session for 9th graders, students learn to spot early signals of impulsive urges and practice grounding techniques before acting. This lesson builds self-awareness and peer support to promote better decision-making and emotional regulation.
This 4-session group lesson for grades 6-9 helps students explore how their daily decisions lead to positive or negative outcomes, empowering them to make mindful choices and understand consequences. Each 30-minute session includes interactive discussions, reflection, and practice activities to build stronger decision-making skills and peer support.
A single-session coherent lesson for Grades 6-9 about peer pressure and healthy decision-making, including warm-up, explicit instruction, interactive game, reflection, and exit ticket. All materials are organized by segment with clear references.
In this 30-minute group session, 9th grade students learn practical coping skills and conflict resolution strategies to replace physical or verbal fighting, helping them navigate peer disrespect without violence. This Tier 2 lesson uses interactive discussions and activities to challenge 'street rules' thinking and empower students with real-world tools to de-escalate conflicts.
A three-week Tier 3 social-emotional curriculum for a 3rd grader focused on building self-awareness and self-management skills to recognize and cope with school-related anxiety. Through individualized, weekly 30-minute sessions, the student will identify feelings, pinpoint personal triggers, and practice coping strategies in a safe, supportive environment.
This 1-session lesson for high school students builds mental health awareness through interactive presentations, peer discussions, and an engaging activity, helping students recognize challenges and support each other.
An investigative module where 7th-grade small groups explore emotional triggers and responses, empowering students to take charge of behaviors rather than letting feelings run wild. Tier 2 targeted behavior supports over one 60-minute session.
A 5-session series empowering 9th-grade female special education students to understand and manage school-related anxiety through self-awareness, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, support mapping, and self-monitoring. Tier 2 group support over 30-minute sessions builds resilience and confidence.
In this one-session, 30-minute social work consult, teachers and the social worker will collaborate to develop classroom accommodations and supports for a disengaged 6th-grade student who sometimes destroys his learning materials. This plan will equip educators with practical strategies to boost engagement, reduce disruptive behaviors, and create a supportive math environment.
One-on-one daily check-in session for a 6th grade student focused on reflecting on emotions and behaviors. This Tier 3 lesson supports individual growth through targeted feedback and progress tracking, helping students build self-awareness and emotional regulation in 20-minute sessions.
In this 4-session small group lesson, 6th and 8th grade special education students will learn to identify and challenge negative thoughts using fun detective-themed CBT techniques. Students will develop skills to replace negative self-talk with balanced thoughts, boosting resilience and emotional well-being. Sessions are 30 minutes each, ideal for learners with autism and depression.
In this lesson, students engage in activities that foster empathy, helping them understand and share the feelings of others through storytelling and role-playing. This lesson builds critical social-emotional skills, encourages positive relationships, and is suitable for all grade levels in a single 45-minute session.