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Jeanette Flores Tyler

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41 Lessons

Bounce Back Stronger

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders, students will learn how a mini basketball camp can help them regulate emotions by practicing teamwork, deep breathing, and positive self-talk. This engaging lesson supports social-emotional learning and builds resilience through active play.

Tier 1
6/18

Bounce and Breathe

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 2nd graders will explore how playing basketball can help them recognize and regulate their emotions. Through engaging warm-ups, active shooting drills, and guided breathing exercises, students learn to connect physical activity with calmness and self-control.

Tier 1
6/18

Mood Food

In this 15-minute Tier 2 lesson for 7th graders, students will explore how nutrition impacts emotional health and mood. Through a quick warm-up, an interactive grouping activity, and a brief cool-down reflection, learners will gain practical strategies to make food choices that support their well-being.

Tier 2
6/18

Food Mood Map

In this 30-minute lesson, 7th graders explore the connection between what we eat and how we feel, uncovering how nutrients impact mood and energy. Students will learn to make healthier choices for emotional well-being, fostering lifelong habits.

Tier 1
6/17

The Mirror Within

A one-on-one deep dive session using metaphorical mirroring to help a 14-year-old living in a group home identify, reflect on, and challenge their thought patterns through guided counseling techniques; essential for fostering self-awareness and promoting healthier thinking habits in a 45-minute Tier 3 session.

Tier 3
6/17

Choosing Hope Today

In this 30-minute individual lesson, students will learn healthy coping strategies to replace self-harm behaviors through discussion, reflection, and practice of grounding techniques. This session is designed for 13-year-old males in a group home and provides essential tools for managing distress and maintaining safety.

Tier 3
5/8

Bounce Back Strong

A Tier 3 two-session, 30-minute individual series designed to help 13-year-old males in foster care build resiliency and self-worth through strengths identification, positive affirmations, and reflective practices.

Tier 3
5/8

Taking Charge: Your Journey

This lesson focuses on teaching 5th-grade students about ownership and accountability in their personal growth and therapeutic process. It's designed to empower students by helping them understand the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and decisions, fostering a sense of control and self-awareness. This individual-focused session will last 30 minutes and is crucial for developing self-management skills and emotional intelligence.

Tier 3
4/3

Emotion Tracks: Understanding and Expressing Feelings

This lesson helps students identify and express emotions through creative mediums like music and art. It enhances emotional literacy and provides students with an outlet for understanding and reflecting on their feelings, promoting emotional intelligence and self-awareness among all grade levels.

Tier 1
3/18

Anxiety's Secret Ally

This lesson uncovers how the vagus nerve acts as a secret ally in combating anxiety, offering practical exercises to stimulate it for calming effects. Students will learn techniques that can be applied in daily life to manage stress.

Tier 1
3/18

Why Does the Vagus Nerve Matter?

Explore the fascinating connections between the vagus nerve and our mental well-being, understanding its role in reducing anxiety and depression. This lesson will provide students with insights into how their biological systems influence their mental health.

Tier 1
3/18

Brain Gym: Boost Your Mind Power

This lesson is designed for individual 10th-grade students, focusing on exercises and activities to enhance brain health and cognitive function. It's important for promoting long-term mental wellness and equipping students with strategies to maintain a healthy mind. The lesson is structured for a 45-minute session, providing personalized support to meet specific needs.

Tier 3
3/18

Are Your Thoughts Controlling You?

An engaging class discussion on cognitive distortions and how they can impact mental health. Students will learn to identify and challenge negative thought patterns. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are essential for mental well-being. Designed for a 10th-grade class, the session will last 45 minutes and is suitable for Tier 1 classroom-wide support.

Tier 1
3/18

Brain Gym: Boost Your Brainpower!

This lesson is designed for individual 10th-grade students to enhance brain health and cognitive function through engaging exercises and activities. It's crucial for promoting long-term mental wellness and equipping students with strategies to maintain a healthy mind. The session lasts 45 minutes and is tailored to provide personalized support for significant needs.

Tier 3
3/18

The Brain's Hidden Powers

Explore the lesser-known aspects of brain function and mental resilience in a one-on-one setting. This lesson empowers students to harness their brain's potential for improved mental health. Designed for a 10th-grade student, this 60-minute session focuses on individual learning to enhance understanding of neuroplasticity and resilience.

Tier 3
3/18

Resilience and Cognitive Growth

This lesson focuses on promoting resilience and cognitive reconstruction among high school students, particularly English Learners. Through a combination of video content, collaborative activities, and reflective exercises, students will explore the concept of resilience and learn strategies to reframe their experiences positively. This lesson is crucial in helping students develop the skills needed to overcome challenges and value their personal growth experiences.

Tier 1
2/25

Mastering Emotional Control

This lesson helps 10th graders understand and manage their emotions to enhance decision-making and interpersonal relationships. By exploring the 'upstairs' and 'downstairs' brain concepts, students will learn advanced strategies for emotional regulation, such as mindfulness and cognitive reframing. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which is essential for personal and professional success.

Tier 1
2/25

Understanding Grief: A Journey

This lesson aims to help 7th graders understand and process grief through discussion, video, and collaborative activities. By exploring the grieving process, students will learn that grief is a natural and personal journey. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to express their emotions and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and empathy.

Tier 1
2/25

Creative Coping Strategies

This lesson encourages students to explore creative ways to cope with stress using art, music, and journaling. By expressing their emotions creatively, students can develop personalized coping strategies to use in challenging times. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25

Regulation and Consequences Adventure

This lesson engages 9-year-olds in understanding behavior regulation and the importance of consequences through interactive activities. By using a combination of video, worksheet, and a game-based activity, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence, helping students to navigate social interactions and personal challenges with greater ease.

Tier 1
2/25

Conflict Resolution Role-Play

This lesson engages students in role-playing exercises to practice conflict resolution strategies. Through interactive scenarios, students will develop skills in negotiating, active listening, and finding common ground during disputes. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills for managing conflicts constructively, fostering a positive learning environment, and preparing them for real-world interactions.

Tier 1
2/25

High School Success Strategies

This lesson helps 9th graders transition smoothly from middle school to high school by emphasizing the importance of good grades, regular attendance, and planning for future goals. Through collaborative and active learning strategies, students will engage in discussions, watch a relevant video, and participate in activities that reinforce these concepts. This lesson is crucial for setting a strong foundation for high school success and future academic and career planning.

Tier 1
2/25

Self-Care Strategies for Educators

This lesson focuses on equipping high school teachers with practical self-care strategies to prevent burnout and maintain well-being. By engaging in collaborative and game-based activities, teachers will explore various self-care techniques and reflect on their personal practices. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, ensuring they can support their students while maintaining their own health.

Tier 1
2/25

Stress Management & Self-Care Workshop

This lesson plan is designed to equip high school teachers with effective stress management and self-care techniques. Through a combination of video content, collaborative activities, and guided discussions, teachers will explore practical coping strategies to enhance their well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, fostering a healthier teaching environment and promoting personal resilience.

Tier 1
2/25

Self-Care Strategies for Teachers

This lesson aims to equip high school teachers with practical self-care strategies to prevent burnout. By engaging in active, collaborative, and game-based learning activities, teachers will explore various self-care techniques and reflect on their personal well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to maintain their mental health, ensuring they can continue to provide quality education to their students.

Tier 1
2/25

Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies

This lesson plan is designed to educate teachers on the benefits of trauma-informed approaches in the classroom. By understanding and implementing these strategies, teachers can create a supportive and nurturing environment that enhances student learning and well-being. This lesson will help teachers recognize the impact of trauma on students and equip them with practical tools to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.

Tier 1
2/25

Discover Your Future

In this lesson, students will engage in a career exploration session to identify professions that align with their interests and strengths. This activity aims to raise awareness about potential future pathways and motivate students to align their educational journey with their career aspirations. By understanding their interests and strengths, students can make informed decisions about their future educational and career paths.

Tier 1
2/25

Emotion Explorer: Managing Big Feelings

This lesson introduces students to emotional regulation skills to help manage anxiety and tantrums caused by feeling overwhelmed. Through a video, a collaborative game, and a discussion, students will learn to identify their emotions, think about coping skills, and practice these skills. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle overwhelming emotions, promoting mental well-being and reducing anxiety.

Tier 1
2/25

Truthfulness Quest

This lesson aims to teach students the importance of honesty and truthfulness through engaging activities and discussions. By exploring scenarios and reflecting on personal experiences, students will learn to value honesty and understand the consequences of dishonesty. This lesson is crucial in helping students develop integrity and build trust in their relationships.

Tier 1
2/25

Reflecting on Last Year's Lessons

This lesson encourages students to reflect on the important lessons they learned over the past year, both personally and academically. By engaging in guided reflection and group discussion, students can identify areas of growth and set intentions for the new year. This activity fosters self-awareness and goal-setting, helping students to approach the new year with clarity and confidence.

Tier 1
2/25

Managing Anger with Coping Skills

This lesson focuses on teaching 11-year-olds how to manage anger through emotional regulation techniques. It includes a video, an interactive activity, and a discussion to help students understand and apply coping skills for anger management. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle emotions constructively, promoting healthier relationships and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Honesty is the Best Policy

This lesson aims to teach 9-year-olds the importance of honesty through engaging activities and discussions. By using a game-based approach, students will actively participate and reflect on the value of honesty in their daily lives. This lesson is crucial as it helps students understand the significance of being truthful, fostering trust and integrity in their interactions.

Tier 1
2/25

Community Kindness Challenge

This lesson plan involves a week-long challenge where students perform small acts of kindness daily. Each day, students will engage in a brief discussion or reflection activity to understand the impact of their actions. This lesson is important as it encourages students to develop empathy, recognize the value of positive actions, and build a supportive community environment.

Tier 1
2/25

Emotion Explorer Adventure

This lesson helps 7-year-olds understand and manage their emotions through a fun and interactive game-based activity. By using a video and collaborative learning, students will explore different emotions and learn strategies to regulate them. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional intelligence and reducing tantrums, especially for students with intellectual disabilities and ADHD.

Tier 1
2/25

Navigating Grief and Loss

This lesson aims to help adults understand and process grief and loss through restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching. Participants will engage in active and collaborative learning to explore their emotions and develop coping strategies. This lesson is important as it provides a supportive environment for individuals to express their feelings and learn from shared experiences, fostering emotional resilience and healing.

Tier 1
2/25

Cultivating Self-Compassion

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of self-compassion and learn techniques to reduce self-criticism. Through individual reflection and group discussions, they will gain strategies to foster self-kindness and emotional resilience during stressful periods. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional intelligence and resilience, which are crucial for their mental well-being and success in life.

Tier 1
2/25

Empowerment Through Positivity

This lesson aims to help young female wrestlers develop emotional health and social skills that promote positivity and collective well-being. By engaging in activities that foster self-awareness and empathy, students will learn to support each other and build a positive team environment. This lesson is crucial for creating a supportive atmosphere where athletes can thrive both emotionally and socially.

Tier 1
2/25

Fueling for Success

This lesson aims to equip high school wrestlers with the knowledge and skills to make informed nutritional choices that support their athletic performance. By understanding the basics of nutrition and how it impacts their bodies, students will be better prepared to fuel themselves effectively for training and competition. This lesson is crucial as it empowers student-athletes to take control of their health and performance through informed dietary decisions.

Tier 1
2/25

Reading Comprehension Adventure

This lesson focuses on enhancing reading comprehension skills through a trauma-informed, blended, and active learning approach. Students will engage with a reading passage, participate in discussions, complete a worksheet, and take part in an activity to apply their understanding. This lesson is important as it not only improves literacy skills but also fosters a supportive learning environment that accommodates diverse learning needs.

Tier 1
2/25

Understanding Grief and Coping Strategies

This lesson introduces 6th and 7th graders to the concept of grief and loss, focusing on understanding emotions and learning healthy coping strategies. Through age-appropriate discussions and activities, students will gain tools to express their feelings and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and mental health awareness.

Tier 1
2/25

Goal Setting and Choices

This lesson aims to help 9th-grade students understand the importance of setting goals and making informed choices regarding their education. By engaging in a discussion, collaborative activity, and a short quiz, students will reflect on their personal goals and the impact of their choices on their future. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and encouraging students to take proactive steps towards their educational and personal development.

Tier 1
2/25