Social Skills Groups

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills among students in grades 7-9 through interactive activities. It aims to improve communication, teamwork, and empathy, which are crucial for personal and academic success. By engaging in these activities, students will learn to better understand and collaborate with their peers, fostering a positive classroom environment.

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th graders with autism how to use appropriate behavior at school through engaging activities. By incorporating a game-based learning strategy, students will actively participate in understanding and practicing appropriate behaviors. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop social skills and understand the importance of appropriate behavior in a school setting, which can enhance their learning experience and interactions with peers.

In this superhero-themed workshop, 2nd-grade students learn essential social skills through fun “power moves” like greeting, sharing, and cooperation. This Tier 2 small-group intervention empowers students with practical strategies to build peer relationships and enhance classroom harmony. Audience: 2nd Grade Group, 30-minute session.

This lesson aims to address bad behavior among middle school students by using Restorative Practices, Collaborative Learning, and Game-Based Learning. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn about the impact of their actions and develop strategies for positive behavior. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the consequences of their actions and encourages them to make better choices, fostering a positive and respectful classroom environment.

In this single 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 9th graders will explore what bullying looks like, why peers stay silent, and practice safe ways to stand up for themselves and others. This lesson helps students build empathy, confidence, and real-life intervention skills in a supportive small group environment.

In this one-session small-group lesson, 4th graders will identify bullying behaviors, practice empathy, and develop strategies to intervene safely. This Tier 2 activity helps at-risk students build confidence and social skills to stand up for themselves and others.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' social skills through interactive games and activities. By engaging in exercises that promote active listening, cooperation, and conflict resolution, students will develop essential skills for effective communication and teamwork. This workshop is crucial for students with IEPs as it supports their social development and helps them navigate social situations more confidently.

A 90-minute Tier 1 training session to equip teachers with strategies to support shy, anxious, and aggressive students in building positive peer interactions. This lesson helps teachers create an inclusive classroom climate by learning practical techniques and activities they can implement immediately.

In this engaging 30-minute session, 8th graders in a small support group will explore the dynamics of bullying, recognize its impact on individuals and communities, and practice strategies to safely intervene and support peers. This Tier 2 lesson is crucial for empowering students with practical skills to foster inclusion and empathy.

This small group activity focuses on the subtle forms of peer pressure that occur in everyday school settings. Students will learn strategies to resist negative influences and build supportive friendships. This lesson is crucial for helping students navigate social dynamics and develop resilience against peer pressure, fostering a positive school environment. Designed for a 7th-grade group, this session will last 30 minutes and is classified under Tier 2: Group Supports.

This lesson focuses on promoting positive schoolwide behavior among 5th-grade students. Through a guided discussion and interactive activities, students will explore the importance of good behavior and how it contributes to a positive school environment. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of their actions and encourages them to be responsible and respectful members of the school community.

In this targeted 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 9th grade student will learn and practice three concrete coping strategies for navigating challenging peer interactions. This individualized lesson equips the student to recognize emotional triggers, apply calming techniques, and create a personalized action plan to use in real-life peer situations.

In this 15-minute Tier 2 discussion group, 12th graders will practice key social skills like active listening, empathy, and respectful communication through interactive scenarios. This critical support session helps build stronger peer relationships and equips students with tools for real-world interactions.

Focuses on providing support strategies for students facing behavioral challenges in a high school setting. This resource equips educators with the tools to create positive behavioral change through evidence-based practices.

A small-group program offering targeted tools and strategies for students who need extra support in de-escalating emotions during crisis moments. This 30-minute Tier 2 (group) session for 7th graders helps them identify triggers, practice de-escalation skills, and create personalized safety plans.

In this Tier 2 small group session for 7th graders, students will examine real-life “data stories” to see how behavior impacts learning. This guided discussion helps students monitor their own behavior, set goals, and reflect on progress—essential skills for academic success and personal growth.

This lesson aims to teach 3rd graders about positive behavior through engaging activities and discussions. By using a video, worksheet, and interactive activities, students will learn the importance of kindness, respect, and empathy in their daily interactions. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop social-emotional skills that are essential for building healthy relationships and a positive classroom environment.

This Peer Support Workshop is designed for 5th-grade students with lower cognition scores to help them develop basic listening and empathy skills. Through a combined role-play and drawing activity, students will learn how to support their peers in a friendly and understanding manner. This lesson is important as it helps students build foundational social skills, fostering a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

This lesson is designed to help 9th and 10th graders in an alternative classroom setting understand and set social-emotional goals. Through a guided discussion and a worksheet activity, students will explore the importance of social-emotional skills and how setting personal goals can enhance their well-being and interpersonal relationships. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to take charge of their emotional growth, fostering resilience and self-awareness.

This group counseling session focuses on enhancing social skills through engaging activities and a video component. The session is designed to help students develop confidence in social interactions, improve communication skills, and understand the importance of active listening. By using Game-Based Learning strategies, the session aims to make learning social skills fun and interactive, encouraging students to apply these skills in real-life situations.

In this Tier 3 individual support lesson, a 30-minute session for a 1st grader, students will learn to recognize bullying, practice positive social skills, and develop strategies to be kind and assertive. This lesson is important to build self-confidence and safe peer interactions through guided role-play, reflection, and visual supports.

This lesson focuses on equipping Tier III high school students with strategies to avoid negative behaviors such as cutting class and inappropriate conduct. By watching a short video on managing peer pressure and engaging in a guided discussion, students will learn practical techniques to make positive choices and resist negative influences. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and decision-making skills, empowering students to take control of their actions and improve their school experience.

In this individualized Tier 3 behavior support session, a 2nd-grade student will use a visual timeline to identify challenging behaviors, triggers, and plan alternative choices. This 25-minute intervention fosters self-monitoring and planning skills, crucial for developing positive behavior patterns.

In this 15-minute small-group Tier 2 session, 7th graders will learn to identify emotional triggers and coping strategies using interactive mood charts. This targeted behavioral support helps students build self-awareness and resilience through daily check-ins.

A targeted small-group mindfulness session for 2nd graders focusing on emotional regulation and on-task behavior through self-monitoring checklists. This Tier 2 intervention helps students build awareness and control, improving focus and emotional well-being. Audience: 2nd Grade Group; Sessions: 1; Duration: 30 minutes.

Empowering a 10th grader to confidently advocate for their needs and navigate peer interactions. In this 15-minute Tier 3 session, the student will learn self-advocacy strategies, practice using "I" statements, and develop an action plan to handle peer challenges.

This 5-session group intervention helps 10th graders develop key social skills—active listening, assertive communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and teamwork—through engaging activities and practice. These 30-minute sessions build essential interpersonal abilities to support students in all areas of life and boost their social confidence.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 9th graders struggling with school avoidance will explore root causes of their feelings, learn practical coping strategies, and set achievable school attendance goals. This safe, collaborative environment helps students feel supported and empowered to re-engage with school life.

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to classroom behavior expectations through a collaborative discussion and an exit ticket. By using Restorative Practices, students will learn the importance of positive behavior and how it contributes to a supportive learning environment. This lesson is crucial for establishing a respectful and productive classroom culture.

This 10-week Tier 2 small-group curriculum introduces 9th graders to healthy relationship skills, covering communication, boundaries, conflict resolution, empathy, and self-care. Session 1 lays the foundation by defining healthy relationships and building group norms. Each week is 30 minutes, designed to boost students’ social-emotional learning and peer connections.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson for 2nd graders, students explore expected and unexpected behaviors through engaging scenarios and collaborative activities. Understanding these behaviors helps students navigate social situations and fosters positive peer interactions.

This is a 30-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop for 6th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills—empathy and cooperation. Students will engage in interactive activities to practice perspective-taking, collaborate on role-play challenges, and reflect on supportive peer interactions.

A 30-minute mystery-themed session for 2nd graders focused on targeted behavioral supports in small social skills groups. Students become detectives, gathering and classifying clues to distinguish appropriate from inappropriate behaviors—building self-awareness, peer cooperation, and reinforcing positive social skills.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson for 3rd graders, students will learn to recognize, respond to, and prevent bullying through discussion, role-play, and reflection. This lesson builds empathy, empowers students to speak up, and strengthens peer support skills, creating a safer classroom environment.

Students explore and map their personal support networks, strengthening help-seeking behaviors and emotional resilience. This Tier 2 group lesson for 4th graders features collaborative discussion and reflection activities in a 30-minute session.

This lesson is designed to help students with autism develop social interaction skills through structured discussions and activities. By using visual supports and clear, structured guidance, students will explore social scenarios and practice effective communication techniques. This lesson is important as it provides a safe and supportive environment for students to practice and reflect on their social skills, which are crucial for personal and academic success.

This lesson is designed to help students with autism develop social interaction skills through structured discussions and activities. By using visual supports and clear, structured guidance, students will explore social scenarios and practice effective communication techniques. This lesson is important as it provides a safe and supportive environment for students to practice and reflect on their social skills, which are crucial for personal and academic success.

A series of six lessons designed for 6th-8th graders to enhance social skills in a group counseling setting. Each lesson focuses on different aspects of social interaction, including communication, empathy, teamwork, conflict resolution, friendship building, and self-awareness, with a duration of 30 minutes per session.

In this 30-minute introductory SEL session, 10th graders will collaboratively establish group expectations, explore what makes a safe space, and practice active participation strategies. This Tier 2 lesson helps build a supportive environment that fosters trust, engagement, and emotional well-being.

This lesson aims to instill good student behaviors in middle school students through Restorative Practices and Trauma-Informed Teaching. By focusing on positive behaviors, students will learn to create a supportive and respectful classroom environment. This lesson is crucial for fostering a sense of community and empathy among students, which can lead to improved academic and social outcomes.

This lesson focuses on developing social skills through an experiential learning activity. Students will engage in a role-playing exercise to practice effective communication, empathy, and teamwork. This lesson is important as it helps students build essential interpersonal skills that are crucial for their personal and academic success.

This lesson aims to equip students with strategies to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment. By understanding the importance of respect, kindness, and effective communication, students will learn how to manage disruptive behaviors and support peers with explosive behavior. This lesson is crucial for fostering a positive learning environment where all students feel valued and understood.

In this Tier 2 small-group intervention, 7th-grade students will watch short video clips depicting real-life behaviors, analyze actions, and reflect on their own choices to build self-awareness and positive social skills. Over a 25-minute session, students critique, discuss, and provide peer feedback to foster behavioral growth.

A one-on-one Tier 3 session to help a 9th grader recognize, reflect on, and develop personalized strategies for coping with and responding to bullying. This 30-minute lesson builds self-awareness, communication skills, and resilience.

This lesson focuses on building peer relationships for 6th-grade students with low cognitive profiles. It's designed to help students develop essential social skills and foster meaningful connections with their peers, which is crucial for their emotional and social development. The lesson will be conducted in one 30-minute session and is classified as Tier 2 (Group) support.

In this 30-minute lesson, 4th graders learn positive behavior strategies and self-regulation skills to create a supportive classroom community. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will practice recognizing triggers, using calming strategies, and reinforcing positive choices.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 small-group session for sixth graders, students will explore what bullying looks like, practice strategies for standing up safely, and learn how to support peers. This interactive lesson builds empathy and equips students with real-life skills to create a safer, more inclusive school community.

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.

Empower students to stand against bullying through understanding, empathy, and action. This sequence of interactive lessons helps them identify bullying behaviors and develop strategies to prevent and respond to them effectively, suitable for grades 3-8.

This lesson aims to educate 2nd and 3rd graders about bullying, its effects, and ways to prevent it. Through a combination of video, discussion, and interactive activities, students will learn to identify bullying behaviors and develop strategies to stand up against them. This lesson is crucial in fostering a safe and supportive classroom environment, encouraging empathy, and empowering students to act against bullying.

10th grade small-group sessions to build relationship skills and responsible decision-making through guided community circles. This Tier 2 lesson includes circle guidelines, discussion prompts, trust-building questions, participation criteria, and reflection to support students’ social-emotional growth.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills through experiential and game-based learning. Students will engage in a discussion, watch a video, and participate in a group game to practice and improve their social interactions. This lesson is important as it provides a safe and supportive environment for students to develop essential social skills, which are crucial for personal and professional success.

In this 30-minute small-group lesson for 1st graders, students will learn to recognize bullying behaviors, practice empathy, and develop strategies to be supportive peers. This Tier 2 session provides targeted support to help students build positive social skills and foster a kinder classroom community.

This 30-minute small-group intervention helps 5th graders learn how to use a designated safe space and self-regulation tools when they feel upset. Students will collaborate to set up and personalize their Calm Corner, learn to identify emotions, and set goals for using self-regulation strategies. Tier 2 supports boost social-emotional skills and provide a structured environment for intervention.

This lesson aims to help 2nd-grade students develop essential social skills through interactive activities. By engaging in a discussion, role-playing, game-based learning, and completing a worksheet, students will learn how to communicate effectively, cooperate with peers, and understand the importance of empathy. These skills are crucial for their personal development and success in collaborative environments.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 10th graders explore the dynamics of bullying, practice empathy, and develop strategies to intervene effectively. This lesson fosters supportive peer relationships, builds confidence in standing against bullying, and equips students with real-life communication skills.

A 30-minute individualized session introducing 7th graders to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, focusing on mindfulness and emotion regulation. This session helps students develop tools to manage intense emotions and improve coping strategies. Tier 3 support for students needing personalized emotional health instruction.

This lesson plan aims to teach 3rd graders about bullying prevention through engaging activities and discussions. By using Project-Based Learning, Active Learning, and Experiential Learning strategies, students will learn to identify bullying behaviors and develop empathy and teamwork skills. This lesson is important as it fosters a safe and inclusive environment, empowering students to stand against bullying and support their peers.

This lesson addresses school avoidance in 8th graders, providing personalized support to help students overcome anxiety and build confidence in attending school. Over four 15-minute sessions, students will explore their feelings, identify triggers, and develop coping strategies, making it an essential intervention for those struggling with school attendance.

This lesson aims to help 3rd grade students with autism develop essential social skills through experiential and collaborative learning. By engaging with a video, participating in a discussion, and completing a worksheet, students will explore concepts of empathy, respect, and effective communication. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive environment where students can practice and enhance their social interactions, which are crucial for their personal and academic growth.

A targeted small-group program combining role-play and graphic organizers to decode and practice social signals in peer conversations. This Tier 2 lesson helps 5th graders improve social communication and pragmatics through guided activities in a 30-minute session.

This workshop aims to enhance social skills by exploring emotions and effective communication techniques to foster friendships and teamwork. Through interactive activities, students will learn to identify and express their feelings, understand others' emotions, and practice communication strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, improve their interpersonal skills, and build stronger relationships with peers.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills among teens with autism through interactive activities. By engaging in role-playing and group discussions, students will have the opportunity to practice communication, empathy, and teamwork in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills that can improve their interactions in everyday life.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills among 7th and 8th grade boys through experiential and project-based learning. Students will engage in activities that promote effective communication, empathy, and teamwork. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential life skills that are crucial for personal and academic success.

A small-group 7th grade workshop over four 60-minute sessions teaching communication, listening, and empathy through collaborative challenges. This Tier 2 group supports students in developing CASEL-aligned relationship skills in a fun, hands-on environment.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 session for 7th grade school counselors, participants will explore how demographics, school environment, and individual student factors (IEPs, 504s, ELL status, behavior challenges, and giftedness) inform differentiated planning, teaching, and assessment in anti-bullying lessons. Counselors will learn to recognize and adapt to these variables to ensure accessible and effective bullying prevention strategies for every student. This foundational training empowers counselors to build inclusive, responsive interventions that reduce bullying and support diverse learners.

This lesson focuses on teaching a 7th-grade male student coping skills to foster positive interactions with peers and adults. Through a guided discussion and role-playing scenarios, the student will explore various strategies to handle social situations effectively. This lesson is important as it equips the student with essential social-emotional skills, promoting better communication and relationships.

This lesson focuses on building supportive relationships among classmates through discussion, role-play, and group exercises. Students will learn how to offer and seek support, fostering a sense of community and belonging. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social-emotional skills, enhances empathy, and creates a positive classroom environment.

This series of six sessions focuses on developing self-management and relationship skills among 9th grade male students through individual counseling. Each session includes personalized discussions and activities to engage students actively and help them connect with peers. This series is important as it fosters a supportive environment and equips students with essential skills for managing emotions and building positive relationships.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 10th-grade male students will explore and share their emotions in a safe, guided environment. Through interactive discussions and activities, students will build emotional awareness and communication skills essential for well-being and relationships.

In this single 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 5th grade student will learn to identify triggers, set personal behavior goals, and practice positive self-monitoring strategies. This individualized lesson helps students build self-awareness, develop clear action steps, and gain confidence in managing their own behavior.

In this 30-minute small-group session, 5th graders will build key social skills like active listening, empathy, and respectful communication through interactive activities and discussions. This Tier 2 lesson supports students needing extra practice to foster positive peer interactions and confidence in social settings.

A five-session group intervention designed for 10th grade boys to boost academic skills through collaborative discussions and hands-on activities. This Tier 2 MTSS lesson fosters strategic study habits, goal setting, and peer support to drive measurable academic gain.

This lesson focuses on developing social awareness and relationship skills through interactive activities and reflective discussions. Students will engage in a video analysis of social interactions to better understand the dynamics of communication and empathy. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional intelligence and improving students' ability to navigate social situations effectively.

An 11-session Tier 2 group intervention for 1st–4th graders to build essential social skills like friendship, empathy, turn-taking, and conflict resolution. Each 1-hour session includes engaging warm-ups, activities, discussions, games, worksheets, quizzes, and scripts to minimize prep. Culminates in a creative group project to showcase learned skills.