Ali Shwartz

In this single 10-minute follow-up lesson, kindergarten students will reinforce emotional recognition skills learned from The Color Monster by sorting and matching colors to emotions through a hands-on activity. This lesson fosters emotional vocabulary and supports social-emotional learning in a fun, engaging way.

In this two-session preK lesson, students practice coping tools through engaging role-play scenarios, helping them recognize and manage emotions. This Tier 1 classroom lesson equips students with social-emotional skills in 20-minute interactive sessions.

This lesson focuses on helping 11th-grade students understand and manage social anxiety, improve social communication, and develop perspective-taking skills. It's designed for a small group setting, providing targeted support to students who need extra help in these areas. The session will last 30 minutes and aims to equip students with practical strategies to enhance their social interactions and reduce anxiety.

This 4-session lesson for 11th graders focuses on developing social perspective-taking skills and strategies to overcome social anxiety. By understanding others' viewpoints and managing social fears, students can improve their interpersonal relationships and communication skills, which are crucial for personal and professional success.

This lesson plan is designed to help 4th grade students learn how to manage conflict and anger through engaging activities and a video. By using Game-Based Learning, students will explore different strategies to handle their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to navigate social interactions and maintain healthy relationships.

This lesson focuses on helping students understand the impact of words through a project-based approach. Students will engage in activities that highlight how words can affect emotions and relationships. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and awareness, encouraging students to be mindful of their language and its effects on others.

This lesson focuses on helping students practice responding to unkind comments or teasing through role-playing activities. By engaging in these activities, students will learn to handle such situations with empathy and effective communication, fostering a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

This lesson aims to cultivate gratitude among 5th graders through engaging activities and a video. By exploring the concept of gratitude, students will learn to appreciate the positive aspects of their lives and express thankfulness. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive mindset, enhances their emotional well-being, and fosters a supportive classroom environment.

This follow-up lesson focuses on further developing the social skills necessary for making and maintaining friendships. Through activities centered on empathy, active listening, and understanding social cues, students will gain deeper insights into effective communication and relationship-building. This lesson is important as it reinforces and builds upon the foundational skills learned in the previous session, helping students to form more meaningful connections.

This lesson encourages students to reflect on the progress they have made with their habits over the past week. By engaging in self-assessment and peer feedback, students will identify successes and challenges, and learn strategies to maintain motivation and adjust their plans as needed. This lesson reinforces the importance of persistence and adaptability in personal growth.

This lesson aims to teach a second-grade student the importance of respecting personal boundaries, specifically why we don't touch others or take off their clothing. Through discussion and role-playing, the student will learn about personal space and the importance of consent. This lesson is crucial for fostering respect and empathy, helping the student understand the significance of personal boundaries in social interactions.

This lesson aims to teach second grade students the importance of respecting personal space and understanding boundaries. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn why it's important not to touch others without permission. This lesson is crucial for fostering a respectful and safe classroom environment, helping students develop empathy and social awareness.

This lesson introduces second grade students to the concept of personal space and body boundaries. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn to recognize and respect their own personal space as well as that of others. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social-emotional skills, fostering a respectful and safe environment for themselves and their peers.

This lesson aims to teach fourth graders about body boundaries and appropriate touch. Understanding personal boundaries is crucial for students to develop a sense of safety and respect for themselves and others. This lesson will help students recognize and communicate their own boundaries, as well as respect the boundaries of others, fostering a safe and supportive classroom environment.

This lesson aims to help fourth-grade students understand the impact of their words, specifically focusing on the use of derogatory terms like 'retard.' Through discussion and activities, students will learn about empathy and the importance of respectful communication. This lesson is crucial in fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will explore their personal weaknesses and develop an action plan to address them. This lesson is important as it encourages self-awareness and personal growth, helping students to identify areas for improvement and set realistic goals. By using Project-Based Learning and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will engage in a dynamic and interactive process that fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

This lesson engages students in exploring their personal strengths and weaknesses through a combination of video content, reflective activities, and creative expression. By understanding their own strengths and areas for improvement, students can develop greater self-awareness and set personal goals for growth. This lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection and personal development, which are crucial for building confidence and resilience.

This lesson focuses on building social awareness and teaching students how to give uncomfortable feedback in a constructive manner. Through a combination of video content and a role-playing activity, students will learn the importance of empathy and effective communication. This lesson is crucial for developing interpersonal skills that are essential for positive social interactions and conflict resolution.

This lesson focuses on teaching 11th grade students methods to expand on reciprocity and perspective taking. By using a video and guided discussions, students will explore the importance of understanding others' perspectives and the role of reciprocity in building strong relationships. This lesson is crucial for developing empathy and effective communication skills, which are essential for personal and social success.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' social cognition and judgment skills through the 'Rethinking Thinking' video, which explores the 'ladder of inference' model. This model helps students understand how perceptions and assumptions shape beliefs and reactions. The lesson includes activities to practice perspective-taking and reciprocity, crucial for establishing and maintaining relationships.

This lesson focuses on developing effective listening and empathy skills to support social cognition and relationship-building. By understanding the key elements of listening, students will learn to better interpret and respond to social cues, fostering stronger interpersonal connections. This lesson is crucial for helping students navigate social interactions with greater awareness and empathy.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills through project-based learning, using the 'How to Break the Ice' video as a central component. Students will engage in activities that promote confidence, active listening, and the ability to handle silences in conversations. This lesson is crucial for developing effective communication skills, which are essential for personal and professional success. It also accommodates a student with selective mutism, ensuring a supportive environment for all.

This lesson engages students in perspective-taking and social skills through interactive games and collaborative activities. By participating in role-playing scenarios, art-based activities, and group discussions, students will practice understanding different viewpoints and improve their communication skills. This lesson is crucial for developing empathy and effective social interactions, which are essential for personal and academic success.

This lesson introduces social thinking skills to help students understand and interpret social interactions, fostering group cohesiveness. It is important as it enhances students' ability to work collaboratively and understand diverse perspectives, which are crucial skills for personal and academic success.

This lesson focuses on building group cohesiveness and introducing perspective-taking skills through a collaborative activity and reflective discussion. By engaging in a team-building exercise, students will learn to work together and appreciate different viewpoints, which are essential skills for social interaction and problem-solving. The lesson aims to enhance students' ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with peers.

This lesson is designed to help three 11th graders get to know one another in a safe and engaging environment. Using Trauma-Informed Teaching and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will participate in activities that encourage sharing and connection. This lesson is important as it fosters a sense of community and belonging, which is crucial for students' social-emotional well-being.

In this lesson, students will play 'Social Skills Bingo' which involves identifying and discussing various social skills. This interactive game is designed to reinforce their understanding of important social behaviors. This activity will help students improve their social interactions and promote a positive classroom environment.