Sue Gerstweiler

Engage students in grades 3–8 in resilience building by using storytelling to explore themes of overcoming challenges and personal growth. This lesson strengthens their ability to cope with adversity while boosting creativity and empathy through collaborative and reflective activities. Audience: Grades 3–8; Duration: 1 session of 60 minutes.

Explore the positive impact of friendships in preventing bullying, helping individual students build strong, supportive relationships. This lesson is valuable for students who struggle with social connections.

Dive into the psychology of the bystander effect and empower students to take action against bullying. This lesson is important for creating proactive allies in the classroom. Designed for an 8th grade class, this single session will last 50 minutes and focus on bullying prevention.

Explore the concept of empathy with students, grades 3-5, by guiding them through activities that promote understanding and kindness. This session encourages students to see the world from others' perspectives and fosters a compassionate classroom environment.