Misty Nedberg

In this lesson, students will engage in a Jenga game where each piece represents different emotions they might be experiencing. This activity is designed to help students identify and balance their emotional responses through playful reflection. By participating in this lesson, students will develop a better understanding of their emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively, which is crucial for their personal and academic growth.

In this lesson, students will create 'weather reports' to reflect their current emotional states. This creative exercise encourages emotional literacy and provides a platform for students to express themselves and support their peers. By using weather as a metaphor, students can explore and articulate their feelings in a relatable and imaginative way, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

In this engaging lesson, students will participate in a cooperative activity where they build a tower using limited materials. This activity emphasizes teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills, making learning enjoyable and interactive. It helps students develop essential social skills and encourages creative thinking, which are crucial for their academic and personal growth.

In this lesson, students will engage in creating visually appealing affirmation posters to display around the school. This project fosters a supportive community atmosphere and empowers students to uplift themselves and their peers with positive messaging. By participating in this activity, students will enhance their creativity, learn the importance of positive affirmations, and contribute to a positive school environment.

In this lesson, students will engage in creating visually appealing affirmation posters to display around the school. This project fosters a supportive community atmosphere and empowers students to uplift themselves and their peers with positive messaging. By participating in this activity, students will enhance their creativity, collaboration, and understanding of the power of positive affirmations.

This lesson guides students through activities that demonstrate simple acts of kindness and generosity, both in their classroom and community. By focusing on building empathy and establishing positive connections, students will learn the importance of kindness in everyday interactions. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging students to be mindful of others' feelings and needs.

This lesson aims to teach 6th-grade students the importance of respect through interactive activities and discussions. By using Restorative Practices and Game-Based Learning, students will engage in activities that promote understanding and empathy, helping them to develop respectful behaviors. This lesson is crucial for fostering a positive classroom environment and enhancing students' social skills.

This lesson guides students in creating and maintaining a gratitude journal, encouraging reflection on what they are thankful for. It fosters positive thinking patterns and improves overall mood by teaching the importance of gratitude and its impact on emotional wellbeing. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a habit of gratitude, which can enhance their emotional resilience and overall happiness.