Kimberlee Nutter

Over three 30-minute sessions, Spanish-speaking teenagers will engage in fun and culturally relevant ice-breaker activities to build trust, confidence, and communication skills. This Tier 1 lesson fosters a welcoming classroom environment and helps students practice English in a low-stress context.

A four-session series of engaging icebreakers designed for Spanish-speaking 8th graders. Each 30-minute session helps students connect, build trust, and practice social skills in a fun, supportive environment.

A 4-session social skills unit designed for high school ESL students, focusing on practical communication and interpersonal strategies. Each 30-minute lesson builds vocabulary, confidence, and real-world speaking opportunities to help learners engage socially.

In this 30-minute lesson, 3rd graders will learn how to use nonverbal cues—like gestures, facial expressions, and body language—to communicate with peers who don’t speak English. This lesson builds empathy, boosts collaboration, and equips students with real-life social skills for diverse classrooms.

In this 30-minute lesson, 3rd graders will learn how to use nonverbal cues—like gestures, facial expressions, and body language—to communicate with peers who don’t speak English. This lesson builds empathy, boosts collaboration, and equips students with real-life social skills for diverse classrooms.

In this one-session, 60-minute lesson, students will create decorative ‘Imagination Lanterns’ featuring symbols and words that represent their dreams, aspirations, and future goals. By blending art-making with future-thinking discussions, this lesson helps students visualize their personal ambitions, build a sense of direction, and foster hope in a supportive classroom environment.

Students will create "kindness paintings" reflecting acts of kindness they witness or enact. Through art, they will deepen their appreciation for compassionate acts and recognize empathy's role in fostering a vibrant community. This 1-session lesson is designed for elementary classrooms.

Students embark on a story-driven adventure where teamwork, friendship, and collaboration help them navigate challenges. This engaging SEL lesson for K-5 spans one session, blending narrative, collaborative tasks, and a cooperative game to build social skills and empathy.

In this single-session lesson, students explore harmony and cooperation through movement-based activities, guided dances, and group choreography. They’ll learn how teamwork creates beautiful rhythms and develop essential cooperation skills. Perfect for K-5 classes, this 45-minute lesson encourages social-emotional growth through physical engagement.

In this one-session, 30-minute lesson, 3rd-grade students explore the concept of resilience using a rainbow metaphor. They’ll learn to bounce back from challenges by identifying strengths and practicing positive strategies. This Tier 1 classroom-wide lesson promotes social-emotional skills and empowers students with real-life coping tools.

In this one-hour workshop for grades 4–8, students will create a "Resilience Rainbow" where each color symbolizes a personal strength or strategy for facing challenges. This lesson fosters self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and coping skills, empowering students to visualize and share their inner resources.

This 4-session lesson for 3rd graders focuses on emotional regulation, helping students understand and manage their emotions effectively. It's crucial for building resilience and improving social interactions, and each session is designed to be engaging and interactive, lasting 30 minutes.

Encourage students to identify and express emotions through music composition. They will create short musical pieces that represent specific feelings, allowing them to understand emotional nuances and express themselves creatively.

In this creative project, students will contribute individual art pieces depicting what mindfulness means to them, forming a large mural. This activity promotes self-expression and teaches students about mindfulness as a tool for relaxation and focus. The collective artwork fosters a sense of community and shared understanding.

Students create personalized compliments using colorful paper and art supplies. This activity encourages positive affirmation among classmates, boosting self-esteem and fostering a community of encouragement. The goal is to promote positivity and appreciation.

Using maps as metaphors, students navigate 'emotional landscapes' by identifying emotions and mapping paths to personal well-being. This activity develops emotional literacy and understanding, enhancing students' abilities to recognize and manage emotions.

Students will participate in a guided "Empathy Walk," where they take on roles with varying perspectives and abilities. This imaginative and role-playing activity helps students develop compassion and understanding by seeing the world through the eyes of others. Through this engaging lesson, they can build empathy and consider the wide range of experiences within their community.

In the "Feelings Flower Pot," students will craft paper flowers, writing different emotions on the petals. By 'planting' these flowers in a classroom pot, they can reflect on and discuss emotions openly, learning to identify and articulate their feelings in a supportive setting. This activity supports emotional literacy and promotes a collective understanding of diverse emotional experiences.

In this lesson, students will create a 'Mood Meter' to help them visualize and identify their current feelings. This engaging activity will aid in developing emotional awareness and a vocabulary for expressing emotions, setting a foundation for better communication and self-regulation. By understanding and tracking their emotions, students will be better equipped to manage their feelings and interactions with others.

In this lesson, students will create a rainbow using colored strips, each featuring a personal affirmation. This activity encourages positive self-talk and helps students visualize their strengths and aspirations in a creative and artistic way. It is important as it fosters self-esteem and encourages students to reflect on their personal qualities and goals.

This lesson aims to teach 3rd graders about positive behavior through engaging activities and discussions. By using a video, worksheet, and interactive activities, students will learn the importance of kindness, respect, and empathy in their daily interactions. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop social-emotional skills that are essential for building healthy relationships and a positive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will explore how to express various emotions using percussion instruments or everyday objects. This activity encourages creativity and helps students develop non-verbal communication skills by associating sounds with feelings. It's an engaging way to enhance emotional intelligence and auditory skills.

In this engaging lesson, students will create simple puppets and use them to express different emotions in small skits. This hands-on activity encourages creativity and helps students articulate feelings, building emotional intelligence and confidence in expression. By the end of the lesson, students will have a better understanding of how to express emotions and communicate effectively through creative play.

In this lesson, students will engage in a teamwork puzzle challenge designed to enhance their collaboration and communication skills. Working in groups, students will solve a puzzle that requires collective effort, highlighting the importance of teamwork in achieving common goals. This lesson is crucial for building a cooperative classroom atmosphere and developing essential social skills.

In this lesson, students will engage in gentle movements and stretches paired with mindful breathing exercises. This session aims to promote relaxation and focus, aiding students in self-regulation and stress management. By incorporating these practices, students can enhance their ability to maintain attention throughout the school day, contributing to a more positive learning environment.

This lesson aims to help 3rd graders develop the skill of perspective taking through active learning strategies. By engaging in a video, worksheet, and discussion, students will learn to understand and appreciate different viewpoints. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and social skills, which are crucial for building positive relationships and effective communication.

In this lesson, students will create a collage using images and words that represent calm feelings. This activity encourages self-awareness and emotional regulation by helping students visualize relaxation strategies they can use in their daily lives. It is important as it fosters creativity and provides students with tools to manage their emotions effectively.

In this lesson, students will listen to a story that focuses on empathy and then engage in role-playing activities to explore different characters' perspectives. This lesson is important as it encourages active listening and helps students develop a deeper understanding of empathy and kindness, which are crucial social-emotional skills.

In this lesson, students will listen to a story that emphasizes empathy and then engage in role-playing activities to explore different characters' perspectives. This lesson is important as it encourages active listening and perspective-taking, which are crucial skills for developing empathy and kindness in young learners.

In this lesson, students will listen to a story that emphasizes empathy and then engage in role-playing activities to explore different characters' perspectives. This lesson is important as it encourages active listening and perspective-taking, which are crucial skills for developing empathy and kindness.

In this lesson, students will listen to a story that emphasizes empathy and then engage in role-playing activities to explore different characters' perspectives. This lesson is important as it encourages active listening and perspective-taking, which are crucial skills for developing empathy and kindness among students.

This lesson introduces students to the concept of motivation and how it influences goal setting. Using the video 'Wellbeing For Children: Motivation,' students will learn about internal and external motivation and how emotions can impact their drive to achieve goals. The lesson includes a discussion, a goal-setting activity, and reflection, helping students understand how to set achievable goals and stay motivated.

In this lesson, students will learn to visualize their goals by creating personal vision boards. Through art and creativity, they will express their hopes and dreams for the upcoming year. This activity encourages self-reflection and goal-setting, helping students to articulate and focus on their aspirations.

In this lesson, students will engage in a collaborative project called the 'Gratitude Garden.' Each student will create a flower or plant with a written message of gratitude, contributing to a collective display. This activity encourages students to reflect on the positive aspects of their lives and express appreciation for others. It helps develop social-emotional skills by fostering a sense of community and gratitude.

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of setting New Year's goals with a focus on healthy habits. Using the video 'Wellbeing for Children: Healthy Habits,' students will learn about the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep. This lesson is important as it encourages students to set realistic and beneficial goals for their well-being, fostering a sense of responsibility and self-improvement.

This lesson plan is designed to help 3rd grade boys with autism set and understand New Year's goals. Through a combination of video, discussion, and a worksheet, students will explore the concept of goal-setting in a supportive and engaging environment. This lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection and personal growth, helping students to articulate their aspirations and understand the steps needed to achieve them.

In this workshop, students will engage in activities and scenarios that emphasize the elements of respectful communication, such as listening, body language, and tone. This lesson is crucial for developing effective communication skills and improving peer interactions, which are essential for their social and emotional growth.

This lesson aims to help 3rd grade students with autism develop essential social skills through experiential and collaborative learning. By engaging with a video, participating in a discussion, and completing a worksheet, students will explore concepts of empathy, respect, and effective communication. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive environment where students can practice and enhance their social interactions, which are crucial for their personal and academic growth.

This lesson focuses on helping 3rd grade boys understand and manage impulsivity through engaging activities. By using a combination of video, reading, and a worksheet, students will learn strategies to control impulsive behaviors. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for emotional regulation, which can improve their social interactions and academic performance.

This lesson introduces students to the concept of self-regulation through a combination of reading, video, and interactive activities. By understanding and practicing self-regulation, students can better manage their emotions and behaviors, leading to improved focus and cooperation in the classroom. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and fostering a positive learning environment.

This lesson focuses on teaching kindness to 2nd graders through collaborative learning. Students will watch a short video, participate in a group activity, and complete a worksheet to reinforce the concept of kindness. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of their actions and encourages them to contribute positively to their community.