Esther Ebstein

A 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders to explore the qualities of good friendships through fun discussions and interactive activities. This lesson helps students recognize kindness, empathy, and cooperation, fostering a supportive classroom community.

In this interactive 45-minute lesson for Grades 3-5, students will learn and practice essential listening skills through games, role-play, and reflection. Listening is a vital life skill that strengthens relationships, improves learning, and builds empathy.

In this 30-minute Kindergarten packet, students embark on a fun counting adventure from 1 to 10 using colorful critters and hands-on activities. This lesson builds foundational numeracy skills through an engaging warm-up, guided practice on the slide deck, an interactive worksheet, a lively game, and a reflective cool-down. Perfect for Tier 1 classroom instruction.

This lesson is designed to help 2nd graders learn how to confidently and respectfully talk to new people through a social story. It's important because it builds social skills and confidence, which are essential for forming friendships and navigating social situations. The lesson will be conducted in one 30-minute session.

This lesson focuses on developing active listening skills, a cornerstone of effective communication. Through focused practice, students learn to listen with intent and respond appropriately. This is crucial for a 10th-grade student, as it enhances their ability to engage in meaningful conversations and succeed in both academic and personal settings. The lesson is designed for individual support, fitting within a 35-minute session.

Students will explore the qualities of a good friend and how to cultivate these traits within themselves. This lesson is crucial for developing empathy and understanding in classroom dynamics. Designed for a 2nd grade class, this Tier 1 lesson will be conducted in a 40-minute session.

In this 6-session series for 2nd graders, students will learn essential social skills through engaging activities and discussions. Each 20-minute session will focus on a different aspect of social interaction, helping students build confidence and improve their ability to communicate and collaborate with peers.

Targeted for Grades 1-4, this lesson underscores the concept of growth as a journey. Through gardening metaphors, students will explore how resilience helps them overcome obstacles. This activity encourages reflection on personal growth and fostering resilience using a mix of journaling, sharing stories, and hands-on activities.

This lesson for 2nd graders focuses on the importance of kindness, exploring how small acts can make a big difference in their lives and the lives of others. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn to recognize and practice kindness in everyday situations, fostering a positive classroom environment. The lesson is designed for one 30-minute session, suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

This lesson is designed to help 7th-grade students build confidence through interactive activities and discussions. By focusing on self-awareness and positive reinforcement, students will learn strategies to enhance their self-esteem and approach challenges with a positive mindset. This lesson is important as it empowers students to believe in their abilities, which is crucial for their academic and personal growth.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to the concept of emotions, focusing on identifying and describing feelings like anxiety. Through a combination of discussion, interactive activities, and a worksheet, students will learn to recognize and articulate their emotions. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop emotional awareness and vocabulary, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

In this lesson, students will engage in an interactive activity where they create and present a 'weather report' on their emotional climate. This activity helps students articulate their feelings, recognize emotional shifts, and explore strategies for facing challenging 'weather,' thereby enhancing self-awareness and emotional vocabulary. This lesson is important as it encourages students to express emotions in a creative way, fostering emotional intelligence and communication skills.

In this lesson, students will explore how colors can represent different emotions by creating artworks that express their current feelings. This creative activity helps younger students articulate and understand their emotions visually, fostering emotional intelligence and self-awareness. By associating colors with emotions, students can better communicate their feelings and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others.