Carolyn Taylor

An engaging, project-based learning activity for grades 7-8 aimed at developing a sense of community and responsibility. Students will brainstorm and implement a small project that promotes kindness and positive change within their school or local area. This single-session project will help students develop collaboration, planning, and civic-minded skills.

This individualized coaching session helps a 5th grade student build number sense and emotional resilience through a focused 20-minute number talk. Students process frustration, celebrate progress, and develop both academic and social-emotional skills in math.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will discover how adding the word “yet” can transform setbacks into stepping-stones toward success. Through interactive discussions, activities, and personal reflection, students will build a growth mindset foundation essential for academic and personal resilience.

In this 30-minute 4th grade lesson, students will discover how adding the word “yet” can turn doubts into growth opportunities, fostering a growth mindset. By practicing with real statements and personal reflections, they’ll learn perseverance and resilience.

In this single 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students will explore the concept of perseverance, learn why pushing through challenges matters, and practice grit through real-world scenarios. Building perseverance helps students tackle academic and personal obstacles with confidence and resilience.

In this 30-minute, Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students will explore the meaning and power of perseverance, learn why sticking with challenges is vital for success, and practice strategies to push through obstacles. Through a fast-paced warm-up, a hands-on “Perseverance Puzzle” challenge, and reflective discussion and journaling, students will build resilience and a growth mindset that supports academic and personal growth.