James Kelliher

A mindfulness-based lesson for Grades Pre-K-K, where students use simple animal-centric poses and sounds to practice mindfulness and relaxation. This activity encourages self-awareness, calm, and emotional regulation.

This lesson aims to create a safe space for Spanish-speaking students in grades 2-4 to express their feelings and worries. Through a combination of Restorative Practices and Game-Based Learning, students will engage in activities that promote emotional expression and community building. This lesson is important as it helps students articulate their emotions, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

This lesson aims to reinforce students' understanding of Kelso's problem-solving strategies through experiential and game-based learning. Students will watch a short video, participate in a role-playing activity, and complete a worksheet to practice these strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential problem-solving skills in a supportive and engaging environment, aligned with the ASCA Model.

This lesson helps kindergarten students develop perspective-taking and conflict resolution skills through engaging activities. By using experiential and game-based learning, students will practice I-messages and learn to understand others' viewpoints. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and effective communication, aligning with ASCA mindsets and behaviors.

This lesson introduces preschool students to conflict resolution using Kelso's Choices, a child-friendly approach to solving small problems. Through engaging activities, discussions, and a video, students will learn how to identify conflicts and choose appropriate solutions. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop essential social-emotional skills, promoting peaceful interactions and understanding among peers.

This lesson introduces young learners to breathing exercises that align with the rhythm of the holidays. Through playful, guided breathing actions mimicking snowflakes, winter winds, and cozy fires, students learn to manage excitement and emotions using breathing as a calming tool. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-regulation skills and emotional awareness, which are crucial for their social-emotional development.

In this lesson, students will engage in a game-based activity called 'Kindness Quest' where they will explore scenarios related to kindness, relational bullying, and conflict resolution. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, understand the impact of their actions, and learn strategies for resolving conflicts peacefully. By connecting to ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors, students will enhance their social-emotional skills and foster a positive classroom environment.

In this lesson, PreK students will explore their feelings and learn strategies for regulating emotions through engaging activities. This lesson is important as it helps young children recognize and express their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills. By connecting to the ASCA mindset and behaviors, students will develop a foundation for positive social interactions and personal well-being.

This lesson introduces 4th graders to the concept of intrusive thoughts and how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help manage them. Through experiential learning and collaborative activities, students will explore examples of intrusive thoughts and discuss strategies to cope with them. This lesson is important as it helps students understand their thoughts and emotions, promoting mental health awareness and emotional regulation.

This lesson aims to teach third graders the concepts of respect and empathy through discussion and an engaging group activity. Understanding and practicing respect and empathy are crucial for creating a supportive and positive classroom environment where all students feel valued and understood.

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to the CBT triangle, which connects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and its relationship with brain function. Through engaging activities, students will learn how their thoughts can influence their emotions and actions. This lesson is important as it empowers students with self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, fostering resilience and mental well-being.

In this lesson, students will engage in storytelling and crafting to learn strategies for managing stress and feeling centered. They will design personal 'calm down' bottles, which they can personalize and take home, promoting mindfulness and emotional regulation. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop emotional regulation skills in a fun and engaging way.

In this lesson, students will learn about different big emotions and how to regulate them using self-regulation strategies. The lesson includes a video, an engaging activity, and a discussion to help students understand and practice these strategies. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop emotional regulation skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

In this lesson, students will learn to identify and manage big feelings such as excitement, anger, sadness, worry, and fear. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop emotional regulation skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

This lesson helps 1st-grade students identify and express their emotions and understand how to be a good friend. It is important because it builds foundational social-emotional skills that will aid students in forming healthy relationships and managing their emotions effectively.

In this lesson, 4th grade students will learn to understand and manage anxious feelings through experiential and game-based learning. This session is vital as it teaches children practical strategies for recognizing and coping with anxiety, contributing to emotional and mental well-being, essential for their overall growth and development.

This lesson aims to teach 1st graders about self-esteem through a reading of 'Zero' by Kathryn Otoshi, followed by a discussion and activity. Fostering self-esteem at a young age is crucial for building confidence, resilience, and a positive self-image.

In this lesson, students will learn about appropriate classroom behavior, specifically focusing on not interrupting, blurting out, and remaining in their seats. These skills are essential for maintaining a respectful and productive learning environment. Through a video, role-playing activity, and guided discussion, students will understand the impact of their actions and practice better behavior.

In this lesson, students will be introduced to different feelings such as happiness, sadness, anger, and surprise. Through a combination of video content and an interactive activity, students will learn to identify and express their feelings. This lesson will help students develop emotional literacy and foster a classroom environment of empathy and understanding.