Social-emotional skills—like math skills—build on each other. Our universal, classroom-based program is designed to teach children how to understand and manage their emotions, control their reactions, be aware of others’ feelings, and have the skills to problem-solve and make responsible decisions. Each grade-level kit includes easy-to-teach, short weekly lessons, engaging songs and games, and daily activities and take-home materials to reinforce learning.
Lessons are taught once a week and take 35–40 minutes, followed by 5- to 10-minute daily activities.
UNIT 1
Empathy and Skills for Learning
Empathy and Respect
Listening with Attention
Being Assertive
Predicting Feelings
Taking Others’ Perspectives
Accepting Differences
Disagreeing Respectfully
Responding with Compassion
UNIT 2
Emotion Management
Introducing Emotion Management
Calming Down
Managing Anxiety
Managing Frustration
Resisting Revenge
Handling Put-Downs
Avoiding Assumptions
UNIT 3
Problem Solving
Solving Problems, Part 1
Solving Problems, Part 2
Making a Plan
Seeking Help
Dealing with Gossip
Dealing with Peer Pressure
Reviewing Second Step Skills