Lesson Plan
Little Leaders Unite
Students will learn key leadership qualities—listening, sharing, kindness—through a short video and group chat, then create personalized leader badges to reflect on how they can lead.
Introducing leadership early builds social-emotional skills, fosters confidence, and encourages cooperation. This lesson helps kindergarteners see themselves as capable contributors.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Video Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Discussion
5 minutes
Step 3
Art Activity – Create Leader Badges
12 minutes
Step 4
Gallery Walk & Reflection
5 minutes
Step 5
Closing & Share
3 minutes
Slide Deck
What Makes a Leader?
Let’s Talk About It
Art Activity: Create Leader Badges
Gallery Walk & Reflection
Closing & Share
Lesson Plan
Counselor Leadership Bootcamp
Over five days, middle school counselors-in-training will develop key leadership skills—communication, empathy, teamwork, conflict resolution, and vision setting—through video reflections, guided discussions, collaborative art projects, and journaling.
Cultivating these leadership competencies empowers future counselors to support peers, foster inclusive environments, and model positive social-emotional behaviors, strengthening overall school community well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Bootcamp Materials
30 minutes
Step 1
Day 1: Communication & Active Listening
45 minutes
Step 2
Day 2: Building Empathy
45 minutes
Step 3
Day 3: Teamwork & Collaboration
45 minutes
Step 4
Day 4: Conflict Resolution Strategies
45 minutes
Step 5
Day 5: Vision Setting & Leadership Goals
45 minutes
