8th Grade Classroom Management Lesson

Resetting Expectations after Thanksgiving, Winter Break 4 Engaging Activities!

By TooBookedUp

Introducing the ultimate classroom management and engagement toolkit for middle school teachers of all subjects: "Classroom Synergy: Building Expectations and SEL Skills." This comprehensive package is expertly crafted to align with the start of the new year, seamlessly integrating across curriculums and focusing on key areas of student development such as social-emotional learning (SEL), writing, collaboration, and public speaking.

Product Description:

1. Classroom Expectations - PDF Handout and Google Slides: Kick off your classroom management with our detailed PDF handout and interactive Google Slides presentation, outlining 16 essential classroom expectations. This resource is designed to clarify what each expectation looks like and sounds like in a middle school setting, creating a solid foundation for a positive learning environment in any subject.

2. Expectations Role Play: Dive into dynamic, hands-on learning with our Expectations Role Play activity. Students actively engage in performing skits that depict various classroom scenarios, fostering an understanding of expectations through practical application. This activity not only reinforces classroom norms but also enhances students' public speaking and critical thinking skills.

3. Creating Expectations Posters: Unleash your students' creativity while reinforcing classroom rules with our poster-making activity. Students collaborate to design and create posters for each expectation, blending artistry with learning. These visual aids serve as constant, colorful reminders of the classroom culture you're building together.

4. Expectations and SEL Writing Prompts: Deepen your students' reflection and introspection with SEL-aligned writing prompts. These thought-provoking prompts encourage students to connect classroom expectations with their emotional and social growth, fostering maturity and self-awareness.

Perfect for the New Year: "Classroom Synergy" is an ideal resource to reset or establish your classroom culture at the beginning of the year. It sets a tone of respect, cooperation, and positivity.

Cross-Curricular and SEL Integrated: Our toolkit is designed to fit seamlessly into any subject area while prioritizing the development of crucial SEL skills. It encourages students to work together, express themselves, and become active, empathetic participants in their learning journey.

Versatile and Easy to Use: With activities catering to various learning styles and needs, "Classroom Synergy" is user-friendly and adaptable, ensuring that every middle school teacher can implement it with ease.

Elevate your classroom environment and empower your students with "Classroom Synergy: Building Expectations and SEL Skills" – your go-to resource for a harmonious, productive, and engaging classroom!

This resource is included in the New Year 2024 Bundle Here: Ring in Learning: New Year's Thematic Middle School Classroom Bundle (TeachShare.com)

$5.00

MINDFULNESS Lesson Plans and Portfolio Project

By All Therapy Resources

Are you looking to teach your students to better manage stress and face life's challenges head-on with engaging, unique activities? Download our Mindfulness Lesson Plans and Portfolio Project for the perfect social emotional learning resource to teach your students all about mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, feelings, and more!

Mindfulness teaches children the ability to stay focused, improve memory, manage their stress and mental health, jump from one task to the other quickly, and respond accordingly when needed. These executive functions are absolutely essential for advanced tasks such as planning, problem-solving, and even improving social relationships. With our portfolio project, your students will get all the resources they need to get started and grow on their mindfulness journey.

With this SEL resource, we’re giving your students an invaluable head start in life that no textbook can match – a wide set of skills that will truly help them succeed and make them well-rounded individuals. Imagine how much your students can achieve after learning how to practice mindfulness? Anything is within reach when you know how best to take control of stress and channel it into success!

This portfolio is divided into six individual lessons. You can choose to use the lessons in isolation or scaffold them. The six lessons include:

1. What is Mindfulness?

  • What is Mindfulness?
  • Questions about Mindfulness Worksheet
  • STOP Poster
  • Brainstorm Worksheet

2. Mindful Moments

  • What are mindful moments?
  • Mindful Mindset Questions
  • SPOTLIGHT on today
  • Put it on Paper Worksheet

3. Exploring Feelings

  • Your feelings in this moment…
  • Feelings Pie Chart Activity
  • Color Your Emotions Worksheet
  • Feelings & Emotion Cards

4. Mindful Senses

  • Mind and Body Connection
  • Body Scan
  • Mindfulness & Me Questionnaire
  • 5-4-3-2-1 Mindful Senses
  • 5-4-3-2-1 Mindful Worksheet

5. Mindful Breathing

  • What is Mindful Breathing
  • Smelling the Flowers
  • Tracing your hand with your breath
  • Balloon Breathing
  • Blowing Candles
  • Chasing Rainbows
  • Hot Chocolate Breathing

6. Craft Activity – Gratitude Tea

  • What is Gratitude?
  • Why is Gratitude Important
  • 3 Steps to Being Grateful
  • Create Your Own Gratitude Tea Craft Templates

► Looking for more great counseling resources? We've got you covered!

  • Behavior and Feelings Workbook
  • Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
  • Emotions & Self Care Workbook
  • My Anger Management Workbook

⚠️ Click HERE to follow All Therapy Resources and be alerted of new products and free downloads! ⚠️

© All Therapy Resources - Please read my Terms of Use regarding personal and commercial use of All Therapy Resources. You can download the free document here.

$6.99

Conscious Discipline Slides “Breathing Poses". Fall/Autumn.

By Art Shack by JB

Need an awesome Movement Activity? I have just the thing for you! This creative Conscious Discipline “Breathing Pose” resource was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use one of these images per day or per week, so these resources can last a while. Focus on the specific animal shown and discuss where this animal would be and how it would breathe and pose to gain focus. Make sure you demonstrate the pose with your class. Ask a student to help demonstrate this pose, and the sillier you are, yet focused, the more the students will want to participate with you in each of these fun and motivating animal breathing poses. This is a great SEL strategy! I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

$5.00

MINDFULNESS Lesson Plans and Portfolio Project - SPANISH VERSION

By All Therapy Resources

Are you looking to teach your students to better manage stress and face life's challenges head-on with engaging, unique activities? Download our Mindfulness Lesson Plans and Portfolio Project for the perfect social emotional learning resource to teach your students all about mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, feelings, and more!

Mindfulness teaches children the ability to stay focused, improve memory, manage their stress and mental health, jump from one task to the other quickly, and respond accordingly when needed. These executive functions are absolutely essential for advanced tasks such as planning, problem-solving, and even improving social relationships. With our portfolio project, your students will get all the resources they need to get started and grow on their mindfulness journey.

With this SEL resource, we’re giving your students an invaluable head start in life that no textbook can match – a wide set of skills that will truly help them succeed and make them well-rounded individuals. Imagine how much your students can achieve after learning how to practice mindfulness? Anything is within reach when you know how best to take control of stress and channel it into success!

This portfolio is divided into six individual lessons. You can choose to use the lessons in isolation or scaffold them. The six lessons include:

1. What is Mindfulness?

  • What is Mindfulness?
  • Questions about Mindfulness Worksheet
  • STOP Poster
  • Brainstorm Worksheet

2. Mindful Moments

  • What are mindful moments?
  • Mindful Mindset Questions
  • SPOTLIGHT on today
  • Put it on Paper Worksheet

3. Exploring Feelings

  • Your feelings in this moment…
  • Feelings Pie Chart Activity
  • Color Your Emotions Worksheet
  • Feelings & Emotion Cards

4. Mindful Senses

  • Mind and Body Connection
  • Body Scan
  • Mindfulness & Me Questionnaire
  • 5-4-3-2-1 Mindful Senses
  • 5-4-3-2-1 Mindful Worksheet

5. Mindful Breathing

  • What is Mindful Breathing
  • Smelling the Flowers
  • Tracing your hand with your breath
  • Balloon Breathing
  • Blowing Candles
  • Chasing Rainbows
  • Hot Chocolate Breathing

6. Craft Activity – Gratitude Tea

  • What is Gratitude?
  • Why is Gratitude Important
  • 3 Steps to Being Grateful
  • Create Your Own Gratitude Tea Craft Templates

► Looking for more great counseling resources? We've got you covered!

  • Behavior and Feelings Workbook
  • Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
  • Emotions & Self Care Workbook
  • My Anger Management Workbook

⚠️ Click HERE to follow All Therapy Resources and be alerted of new products and free downloads! ⚠️

© All Therapy Resources - Please read my Terms of Use regarding personal and commercial use of All Therapy Resources. You can download the free document here.

$6.99

IMPULSE CONTROL - Group Counseling Curriculum MIDDLE SCHOOL

By All Therapy Resources

Let’s Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum

"Let's Pause" is a comprehensive research based impulse control curriculum designed specifically for middle school students.

This dynamic program is thoughtfully crafted to empower participants with essential skills for managing impulses, making thoughtful choices, and building emotional regulation. "Let's Pause" provides a structured and nurturing curriculum where young learners can explore the world of impulse control through interactive activities and engaging discussions in a small group setting. Comprising of 10 sessions, each session is designed to cater to the unique needs and developmental stages of middle school students:

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group

Session 2: What is Impulse Control?

Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act

Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies

Session 5: Perspective Taking

Session 6: Choices and Consequences

Session 7: Conflict Resolution

Session 8: Problem Solving

Session 9: In and Out of Your Control

Session 10: Termination and Review

The "Let's Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum for middle school students is designed to foster self-awareness, promote emotional regulation, and build essential life skills, all while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group

Session 2: What is Impulse Control?

Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act

Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies

Session 5: Perspective Taking

Session 6: Choices and Consequences

Session 7: Conflict Resolution

Session 8: Small, Medium & Big Problems

Session 9: In and Out of Your Control

Session 10: Termination and Review

The "Let's Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum for middle school students is designed to foster self-awareness, promote emotional regulation, and build essential life skills, all while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

This Impulse Control "Let's Pause" Small Group Counseling Curriculum includes:

  • Note to Counselors
  • Objectives & Goals
  • Group Session Overview
  • ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
  • Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
  • Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
  • Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
  • Group Planning Sheet
  • Name Tags
  • Group Member Reminders
  • Group Attendance Record
  • Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
  • Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
  • Additional Data Collection
  • Confidentiality Sign
  • Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
  • Student Desk Reminders
  • Counselor Chats Handout
  • Certificates

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive anger management curriculum.

1.Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group In this session, students are introduced to the purpose of the group, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery and growth. Expectations for the sessions ahead are discussed, creating a sense of belonging.

2.Session 2: What is Impulse Control? Students delve into the concept of impulse control, understanding why it's important and how it can positively impact their lives. This session lays the groundwork for the entire program.

3.Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act Through interactive activities, participants learn the power of pausing before reacting impulsively. They explore the metaphor of a remote control for self-control and practice the essential skills of pausing, thinking, and acting mindfully.

4.Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies Students are introduced to a toolkit of coping skills and strategies that empower them to navigate moments of impulsivity. These practical techniques equip participants to better handle challenging situations.

5.Session 5: Perspective Taking This session helps students develop empathy and perspective-taking abilities. Through activities and discussions, they learn to see situations from different viewpoints, enhancing their interpersonal skills.

6.Session 6: Choices and Consequences Participants explore the connection between choices and consequences, discovering that every action has an outcome. They gain insight into how making thoughtful choices can lead to positive results.

7.Session 7: Conflict Resolution In this interactive session, students learn constructive ways to resolve conflicts and disagreements. They practice communication skills that promote peaceful resolutions.

8.Session 8: Problem Solving Effective problem-solving techniques are introduced, empowering participants to address impulse-provoking issues in a constructive manner. The session emphasizes the importance of finding solutions to problems.

9.Session 9: In and Out of Your Control Students explore the concept of control and responsibility in impulse control. They gain clarity on what they can control versus what is beyond their control, helping them make informed decisions.

10.Session 10: Termination and Review In the final session, students reflect on their journey through the "Let's Pause" curriculum. They review key concepts and skills acquired, celebrating their growth and setting goals for continued impulse control success.

⚠️ Click HERE to follow All Therapy Resources and be alerted of new products and free downloads! ⚠️

 ► Looking for more SEL workbook topics? We've got you covered!

  • Behavior and Feelings Workbook
  • Gossiping & Rumors Workbook for Teens 
  • CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
  • Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
  • Emotions & Self Care Workbook
  • My Anger Management Workbook

© All Therapy Resources - Please read my Terms of Use regarding personal and commercial use of All Therapy Resources. You can download the free document here.

$12.00
$6.00