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School Superheroes: Calm & Confident!

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Quiz

Pre-Assessment: School Feelings

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Lesson Plan

Session 1 Lesson Plan: Welcome to Our Crew!

Students will be able to identify and name at least three basic emotions and point to or name at least two trusted adults or safe places within the school environment.

Helping students identify their feelings and know where and who to go to for help can significantly reduce anxiety. It builds a foundation of security and encourages self-awareness.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion and a drawing activity.

Materials

Our Feeling Faces Slide Deck (#session-1-slide-deck), and My Safe Place & Feelings Activity (#session-1-activity)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: How Are You Feeling Today?

5 Minutes

  • Welcome students and introduce the group as the 'School Superheroes Crew'.
    - Ask each student to share one feeling they have right now, using simple words or pointing to a facial expression.
    - Briefly explain that it's okay to have all kinds of feelings.

Step 2

Introducing Feelings

7 Minutes

  • Use the Our Feeling Faces Slide Deck to introduce various basic emotions (happy, sad, worried, mad).
    - Discuss what each feeling might look like and feel like in their bodies (e.g., 'worried' might feel like butterflies in the tummy).
    - Emphasize that all feelings are okay, and it's important to talk about them.

Step 3

Safe Places and People at School

8 Minutes

  • Ask students: 'Who are some people at school you trust?' (e.g., teacher, principal, librarian, custodian) 'Where are some places at school you feel safe?' (e.g., classroom, library, counselor's office, playground).
    - Show slides from the Our Feeling Faces Slide Deck with pictures of school staff and areas.
    - Reiterate that these people and places are there to help them feel safe and happy.

Step 4

Activity: My Safe Place & Feelings

8 Minutes

  • Distribute the My Safe Place & Feelings Activity worksheet.
    - Instruct students to draw a picture of a trusted adult or a safe place at school and draw a face showing how they feel when they are in that safe place or with that person.
    - Encourage them to share their drawings briefly with the group if they feel comfortable.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Superhero Power Pose

2 Minutes

  • Have students stand up and do a 'Superhero Power Pose' (hands on hips, chest out) and say, 'I am a school superhero, I am brave!'.
    - Remind them they can use their superpowers (like talking about feelings and finding safe adults) whenever they need to.
    - Thank them for participating and look forward to next time.
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Slide Deck

Welcome to Our Crew!

We are the School Superheroes!

Welcome students to the group and introduce the idea of being 'School Superheroes.' Explain that today we'll talk about feelings and who helps us at school. Keep it light and engaging.

What Are Feelings?

šŸ¤— Happy
šŸ˜„ Sad
šŸ˜Ÿ Worried
šŸ˜  Mad

All feelings are okay!

Introduce the concept of feelings. Show different feeling faces and ask students to point to how they feel right now. Emphasize that all feelings are okay.

When We Feel Happy!

What makes you feel happy at school?

(Show a happy face emoji/picture)

Focus on the 'Happy' feeling. Ask students to share things that make them feel happy at school. Give simple examples like playing with friends, reading a book.

When We Feel Sad...

It's okay to feel sad sometimes.

(Show a sad face emoji/picture)

Address 'Sad' feelings. Validate that it's okay to feel sad sometimes. Ask if they know what to do when they feel sad (e.g., talk to a grown-up).

When We Feel Worried...

Sometimes we have 'butterflies in our tummy.'

(Show a worried face emoji/picture)

Discuss 'Worried' feelings. Explain it as 'butterflies in your tummy.' Ask what might make them worried at school. Reassure them that worries can be talked about.

When We Feel Mad...

It's okay to feel mad, too!

(Show a mad face emoji/picture)

Briefly cover 'Mad' feelings. Explain that it's okay to feel mad, but we need to find safe ways to show it.

Who Helps Us at School?

Your teacher
Your principal
Your counselor
Other grown-ups!

(Show pictures of school staff)

Introduce the idea of 'trusted adults.' Show simple clip art or photos of various school staff (teacher, principal, counselor, office staff). Ask students to name adults they know.

Where Do We Feel Safe?

Your classroom
The library
The playground

(Show pictures of safe school areas)

Talk about 'safe places.' Show pictures of different areas of the school. Ask students where they feel safe or happy.

Your Safe Place & Feelings

Draw a trusted grown-up or a safe place at school.

Draw how you feel when you are there!

Explain the activity. Instruct students to draw a trusted adult or a safe place and how that makes them feel.

Be a School Superhero!

You are brave!
You are strong!
You can do it!

Lead the 'Superhero Power Pose' cool-down. Encourage positive self-talk.

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Activity

My Safe Place & Feelings

Name: _____________________________

It's great to know who helps us and where we feel safe at school! It makes us feel calm and happy.

Draw a picture of a trusted grown-up at school OR a safe place at school.





















Draw a face that shows how you feel when you are with that person or in that safe place.






Bonus: Write the name of the person or place (if you can!)

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Lesson Plan

Session 2 Lesson Plan: Taming the Worry Monster!

Students will be able to describe what a worry feels like in their body and practice one deep breathing exercise to help calm their worries.

Teaching simple calming strategies gives students an immediate tool to use when they start feeling anxious, helping them regain control and confidence.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion, guided deep breathing practice, and a simple drawing activity.

Materials

Taming the Worry Monster Slide Deck (#session-2-slide-deck), and My Calming Breath Tracker (#session-2-worksheet)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Share a Happy School Moment

5 Minutes

  • Welcome the School Superheroes Crew!
  • Ask each student to share one thing that made them happy at school this week. Briefly recap last session's focus on feelings and safe people/places.

Step 2

What is a Worry?

7 Minutes

  • Use the Taming the Worry Monster Slide Deck to introduce the concept of worries. Talk about how worries can feel like 'butterflies in our tummy' or a 'tight squeeze' in our chest.
  • Ask students to share (if comfortable) a very small worry they might have, like 'Will I remember my lunchbox?' or 'Will my friend be at school today?' Emphasize that grown-ups have worries too, and it's normal.

Step 3

Introducing Deep Breathing: The Starfish Breath

8 Minutes

  • Explain that we have a 'superpower' inside us to help with worries: our breath!
  • Introduce the 'Starfish Breath' (or 'Five Finger Breath') using the Taming the Worry Monster Slide Deck. Guide students through the steps:
    1. Hold one hand up like a starfish.
    2. Use the pointer finger of the other hand to trace up one finger, breathing in.
    3. Trace down the other side of the finger, breathing out.
    4. Repeat for all five fingers.
  • Practice together 2-3 times, encouraging slow, deep breaths.

Step 4

Activity: My Calming Breath Tracker

8 Minutes

  • Distribute the My Calming Breath Tracker worksheet.
  • Instruct students to draw or color a star each time they practice their Starfish Breath during the week. They can also draw how their worries feel (e.g., a small cloud, a butterfly).
  • Remind them that practicing their breathing helps them become stronger superheroes against worries.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Superhero Strong

2 Minutes

  • Have students make a strong superhero pose with their arms like muscles.
  • Say together, 'I am strong! I am calm! I can breathe away my worries!'
  • Thank them and encourage them to practice their Starfish Breath before the next meeting.
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Slide Deck

Taming the Worry Monster!

Using our Superhero Breath

Welcome the students back. Ask them to share a happy school moment from the week. Briefly recap Session 1 on feelings and safe people/places.

What is a Worry?

A little thought that makes us feel uneasy or scared.

Introduce the idea of worries. Use a friendly, non-scary image of a 'worry monster' or butterflies. Explain that everyone has worries sometimes.

How Does a Worry Feel?

Like butterflies in your tummy?
Like a little squeeze in your chest?
Like busy thoughts in your head?

Ask students how worries might feel in their bodies. Guide them to think about their tummies (butterflies), chest (tight), or head (lots of thoughts).

Our Superpower: Our Breath!

We all have a superpower inside us to help with worries!

Introduce breathing as a superpower. Emphasize that their breath can help them feel calm.

Starfish Breath: Step 1

Hold one hand up like a starfish.

Introduce the 'Starfish Breath' (or 'Five Finger Breath'). Demonstrate holding one hand up like a starfish.

Starfish Breath: Step 2

Breathe IN as you trace UP your thumb.

Guide them to trace up the first finger with their other pointer finger, breathing in slowly.

Starfish Breath: Step 3

Breathe OUT as you trace DOWN your thumb.

Guide them to trace down the other side of the finger, breathing out slowly.

Starfish Breath: Steps 4 & 5

Repeat for each finger: IN up, OUT down!

Repeat steps for the remaining four fingers. Encourage slow, deep breaths.

Let's Practice Our Calming Breath!

Try the Starfish Breath with me!

(Practice 2-3 times)

Practice the Starfish Breath together 2-3 times as a group, making sure everyone is following along.

My Calming Breath Tracker

Draw a star each time you practice!

(Show example of the worksheet)

Introduce the worksheet. Explain that practicing their breathing helps them become stronger superheroes against worries.

Be Superhero Strong!

I am strong! I am calm! I can breathe away my worries!

Lead the 'Superhero Strong' cool-down. Have students make a strong superhero pose and repeat the affirmation.

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Worksheet

My Calming Breath Tracker

Name: _____________________________

My superpower is my breath! When I feel worried, I can use my Starfish Breath.

How does your worry feel inside you? Draw it!







Each time you do your Starfish Breath this week, color or draw a star below!

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I am strong! I am calm! I can breathe away my worries!

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Lesson Plan

Session 3 Lesson Plan: School Day Map

Students will be able to identify at least three parts of their daily school routine and understand that knowing the schedule can help them feel less worried.

Understanding the predictable structure of the school day provides comfort and reduces anxiety related to uncertainty, especially for students new to school routines.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion using a visual schedule and a sequencing activity.

Materials

My School Day Map Slide Deck (#session-3-slide-deck), and My Daily Routine Drawing Activity (#session-3-activity)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: My Favorite Part of School

5 Minutes

  • Welcome the School Superheroes Crew!
  • Ask each student to share their favorite part of the school day so far this week. Briefly revisit the Starfish Breath from last session and ask if anyone tried it.

Step 2

What Happens Next? Introducing Our Day

8 Minutes

  • Use the My School Day Map Slide Deck to show a simplified visual schedule of a typical school day (e.g., arrival, morning work, recess, lunch, story time, dismissal).
  • Discuss each part: 'First, we do this... then, this happens.' Emphasize that knowing what comes next helps us feel calm and ready.
  • Ask questions like, 'What happens after recess?' or 'What do you do before you go home?'

Step 3

Why Routines Help Our Worries

7 Minutes

  • Explain that when we know what to expect, our worry monsters get smaller because there are fewer surprises.
  • Connect routines to feeling safe and comfortable. For example, 'When we know it's almost dismissal, we can get ready without worrying if we'll miss the bus.'
  • Discuss what to do if the routine changes (ask a trusted adult).

Step 4

Activity: My Daily Routine Drawing

8 Minutes

  • Distribute the My Daily Routine Drawing Activity worksheet.
  • Instruct students to draw two or three important parts of their school day in order (e.g., arrival, recess, lunch, going home).
  • Encourage them to share their drawings with the group if they like.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Routine Rockstars!

2 Minutes

  • Have students stand up and do a 'Routine Rockstar' pose (flexing arms like they are strong).
  • Say together, 'I know my school day! I am a routine rockstar!'
  • Thank them for participating and remind them that knowing their routine helps them be brave.
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Slide Deck

School Day Map!

Knowing what comes next!

Welcome back the School Superheroes Crew. Ask each student to share a favorite part of their school day this week. Briefly revisit Starfish Breath.

What Happens in Our School Day?

Let's look at our school day map!

Introduce the idea of a daily routine. Explain that a map helps us know where to go, and a school day map helps us know what we'll do.

First, We Arrive!

Greeting friends and teachers. Hanging up our backpacks.

Show a picture of students arriving. Talk about what happens when they first get to school (e.g., hanging up backpack, morning work).

Then, Learning Time!

Reading, writing, numbers, and art!

Show a picture of students learning. Discuss different learning activities (e.g., reading, math, art).

Play Time!

Running, jumping, and playing with friends!

Show a picture of recess. Talk about playing with friends and having fun outside.

Yummy Lunch!

Eating our food and chatting with friends.

Show a picture of lunchtime. Discuss eating yummy food and talking with friends.

Story & Quiet Time!

Listening to stories or calm activities.

Show a picture of story time or quiet activity. Discuss winding down the day.

Going Home!

Saying goodbye and going home.

Show a picture of dismissal. Talk about going home on the bus or with family.

Why Routines Help Our Worries

When we know what to expect, worries get smaller!

Connect routines to managing worries. Explain that knowing what happens next helps their worry monster get smaller.

What If the Routine Changes?

Always ask a trusted grown-up!

Discuss what to do if the routine changes. Emphasize asking a trusted adult for help or information.

My Daily Routine Drawing

Draw your school day map!

Introduce the drawing activity. Explain that they will draw parts of their school day.

Be a Routine Rockstar!

I know my school day! I am a routine rockstar!

Lead the cool-down. Have students do a 'Routine Rockstar' pose and repeat the affirmation.

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Activity

My Daily Routine Drawing

Name: _____________________________

Knowing what happens during our school day helps our worries get small! Let's draw our school day map.

Draw three important things you do at school, in the right order!

First, I...









Next, I...









Last, I...









I know my school day! I am a routine rockstar!

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Lesson Plan

Session 4 Lesson Plan: My School Strengths!

Students will be able to identify at least one personal strength or a favorite activity/person at school that makes them feel good.

Shifting focus to positive experiences and individual strengths helps build confidence and a more positive association with school, countering anxious feelings.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Guided discussion, positive affirmations, and a drawing activity.

Materials

My School Strengths Slide Deck (#session-4-slide-deck), and My School Strengths Drawing Activity (#session-4-activity)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Good Things at School

5 Minutes

  • Welcome the School Superheroes Crew!
  • Ask each student to share one good thing that happened at school since our last meeting. Briefly connect this to feeling happy and calm.

Step 2

Introducing Strengths and Favorites

7 Minutes

  • Use the My School Strengths Slide Deck to introduce the idea of
    'super strengths' and 'favorite things' at school. Explain that everyone is good at something and everyone has things they love.
  • Give simple examples like, 'I am good at listening,' or 'I love reading books.'
  • Ask students, 'What are you good at?' or 'What do you love to do at school?' Reassure them there are no wrong answers.

Step 3

Building Confidence with Positive Self-Talk

8 Minutes

  • Explain that thinking about our strengths and favorite things makes our 'brave' feelings grow and our 'worry' feelings shrink.
  • Introduce a simple positive affirmation like, 'I am smart!' or 'I am a kind friend!'
  • Practice saying these affirmations together, looking in an imaginary mirror or at each other.

Step 4

Activity: My School Strengths Drawing

8 Minutes

  • Distribute the My School Strengths Drawing Activity worksheet.
  • Instruct students to draw something they are good at doing at school, or something they love to do at school.
  • Encourage them to share their drawings and explain what their strength or favorite thing is. Celebrate each student's contribution.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Confident Clap

2 Minutes

  • Lead a group cheer: Clap, clap, clap, 'I am confident!' Clap, clap, clap, 'I am strong!'
  • Remind them to think about their strengths whenever they feel a worry trying to creep in.
  • Thank them for sharing their amazing strengths and look forward to next time.
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Slide Deck

My School Strengths!

What makes you shine at school?

Welcome the School Superheroes Crew. Ask each student to share one good thing that happened at school this week. Briefly connect this to feeling happy and calm.

What Are My Super Strengths?

Everyone is good at something!

Introduce the idea of strengths. Ask students, "What are you good at doing at school?" Give examples.

What Do I Love to Do at School?

What makes you feel happy and excited?

Ask students, "What do you love to do at school?" Give examples like reading, playing, art.

How Strengths Help Worries

Thinking about what we are good at makes our brave feelings grow!

Explain that focusing on strengths helps us feel brave and confident, making worries smaller.

Super Strength Examples

Being a kind friend!
Being a good listener!
Being good at drawing!

Provide visual examples of different strengths (e.g., good listener, good friend, good at drawing, fast runner, good at building).

Positive Self-Talk: I Am Smart!

I am smart! I can learn new things!

Introduce positive self-talk. Lead students in repeating affirmations.

Positive Self-Talk: I Am a Kind Friend!

I am a kind friend! I share and play with others!

Another affirmation. Encourage looking in an imaginary mirror and saying it.

Positive Self-Talk: I Am Brave!

I am brave! I can handle new things!

One more affirmation to build bravery.

Drawing My School Strengths

Draw something you are good at or love to do at school!

Introduce the drawing activity. Explain they will draw their strength or favorite thing.

Confident Clap!

I am confident! I am strong!

Lead the cool-down: Confident Clap. Emphasize their confidence.

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Activity

My School Strengths

Name: _____________________________

Everyone has something they are good at and things they love to do! These are your superpowers!

Draw a picture of something you are good at doing at school, OR something you really love to do at school.





















Can you write or tell your teacher what your superpower is?

I am confident! I am strong! I am a School Superhero!

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Lesson Plan

Session 5 Lesson Plan: Worry Box

Students will learn to identify a small worry and a big worry, and practice a symbolic strategy to release small worries.

This session introduces a practical coping mechanism for minor anxieties and reinforces the importance of seeking adult help for bigger concerns.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion and a symbolic 'worry box' activity.

Materials

Worry Box Wonders Slide Deck (#session-5-slide-deck), and My Worry Note Activity (#session-5-activity)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

  • Review the Session 5 Lesson Plan and familiarise yourself with the activities.
  • Prepare to project the Worry Box Wonders Slide Deck or have it printed for small group viewing.
  • Print copies of the My Worry Note Activity for each student.
  • Have a small, empty box ready (can be a tissue box, decorated shoe box, etc.) to serve as the 'worry box.'
  • Gather crayons or markers, and small slips of paper if the activity will involve writing worries on separate slips to put in the box (or students can draw directly on the worksheet and then 'put it in the box').

Step 1

Warm-Up: Super Skills Check-in

5 Minutes

  • Welcome the School Superheroes Crew!
  • Ask students to briefly share one way they used their 'superpowers' this week (e.g., used Starfish Breath, thought about a trusted adult, remembered their routine). Recap the importance of feelings and strengths.

Step 2

Small Worries vs. Big Worries

7 Minutes

  • Use the Worry Box Wonders Slide Deck to introduce the idea that some worries are small (like a little bee) and some are big (like a huge bear).
  • Give examples:
    • Small worry: 'Will I find my favorite crayon?' or 'Will I have someone to play with at recess?'
    • Big worry: 'My tummy hurts really bad' or 'I am scared to go home today.'
  • Discuss that small worries we can sometimes handle ourselves or with our calming breaths. Big worries always need a trusted grown-up.

Step 3

Introducing the Worry Box

8 Minutes

  • Show students the physical worry box.
  • Explain: 'This is our special Worry Box! When we have a small worry, we can tell it to the box, or even draw it on a paper and put it inside. It's like letting the worry go, so we don't have to carry it anymore.'
  • Emphasize that the box is for small worries. Big worries still need to be told to an adult.

Step 4

Activity: My Worry Note

8 Minutes

  • Distribute the My Worry Note Activity worksheet.
  • Instruct students to draw or write one small worry they have had this week (or might have later).
  • Once drawn, have them fold their paper and symbolically 'put' their worry into the group worry box. Reassure them that the box will hold the worry for them.
  • Remind them to use their Starfish Breath if they still feel a little worried after putting it in the box.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Worry-Free & Ready!

2 Minutes

  • Have students take a big deep breath in (smell a flower) and out (blow out a candle).
  • Say together, 'My worries are small, my brave is tall!'
  • Thank them for being brave and sharing their worries. Encourage them to use the worry box idea at home if they have one, or to tell a grown-up.
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Slide Deck

Worry Box Wonders!

Helping our worries fly away!

Welcome the School Superheroes Crew! Ask students to share one way they used their superpowers this week. Recap feelings and strengths.

Small Worries vs. Big Worries

Some worries are little, like a tiny bee! šŸ
Some worries are big, like a huge bear! šŸ»

Introduce the idea of different size worries. Use simple visuals like a tiny bee for small worries and a big bear for big worries.

What is a Small Worry?

Little thoughts that we can sometimes help ourselves with:

  • "Did I forget my snack?"
  • "Will my friend sit next to me?"

Give examples of small worries relevant to young children, like 'Where is my favorite toy?' or 'Will I get to play on the swings?'

What is a Big Worry?

Worries that feel really big and need a grown-up to help:

  • "My tummy hurts very bad."
  • "I don't know where my grown-up is."

Give examples of big worries, emphasizing that these need adult help. Examples: 'I feel very sick,' 'I'm lost,' 'I'm scared of something big.'

Who Helps with Big Worries?

Trusted grown-ups always help with BIG worries!

(Show pictures of trusted adults again)

Remind students who their trusted adults are (from Session 1) and reiterate that big worries always go to them.

Our Special Worry Box!

This box helps us with our SMALL worries.
It's a place to put them away.

Show the physical worry box. Explain its purpose: to hold small worries for them.

How the Worry Box Works

  1. Draw or write your SMALL worry.
  2. Fold your paper.
  3. Put it in the Worry Box!

It's like letting your worry fly away!

Explain the process: drawing/writing the worry, folding, and putting it in the box. Emphasize it's symbolic.

Letting Go of Worries

The box will hold your worry for you.
Now your mind can be free to play and learn!

Reassure students that once a worry is in the box, they don't have to carry it anymore.

Draw Your Worry Note

Think of a small worry.
Draw it on your paper.
Then put it in our Worry Box!

Introduce the activity. Remind them to think of a SMALL worry for this activity.

Worry-Free & Ready!

My worries are small, my brave is tall!

Lead the cool-down. Have students take a deep breath and repeat the affirmation.

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Activity

My Worry Note

Name: _____________________________

Some worries are small, and we can put them in our Worry Box!

Draw one small worry you have had this week. (Remember, big worries go to a grown-up!)





















Now, fold your paper and put your worry in the Worry Box. It's safe there!

My worries are small, my brave is tall!

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Lesson Plan

Session 6 Lesson Plan: Superhero Celebration!

Students will review and recall at least three coping strategies learned (e.g., Starfish Breath, identifying safe adults, knowing routines, using the Worry Box) and express their confidence in using them.

Celebrating progress and reviewing learned strategies reinforces skills, builds confidence, and encourages students to continue applying these tools in their daily school life.

Audience

PK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

30 Minutes

Approach

Review of coping strategies, interactive discussion, and a 'Superhero Badge' activity.

Materials

Superhero Celebration Slide Deck (#session-6-slide-deck), and My Superhero Tools Activity (#session-6-activity)

Prep

Review Materials

5 Minutes

  • Review the Session 6 Lesson Plan and familiarise yourself with the activities.
  • Prepare to project the Superhero Celebration Slide Deck or have it printed for small group viewing.
  • Print copies of the My Superhero Tools Activity for each student.
  • Gather crayons or markers, and optional stickers or glitter for decorating the 'superhero badge'.
  • Have the 'worry box' from Session 5 available as a visual reminder.

Step 1

Warm-Up: Superhero Roll Call

5 Minutes

  • Welcome the School Superheroes Crew!
  • Go around the circle and have each student share one thing they feel proud of from their time in the group or at school this week. (e.g., 'I used my calm breath!', 'I asked my teacher for help.')
  • Congratulate them on their growth.

Step 2

Our Superhero Toolkit Review

10 Minutes

  • Use the Superhero Celebration Slide Deck to review each of the superpowers/tools learned:
    • Trusted Grown-Ups & Safe Places (Session 1)
    • Starfish Breath (Session 2)
    • Knowing Our Routine (Session 3)
    • My School Strengths (Session 4)
    • The Worry Box (Session 5)
  • For each tool, ask, 'How does this help us?' or 'When can we use this?'
  • Encourage students to demonstrate the Starfish Breath or name a trusted adult.

Step 3

Activity: My Superhero Tools Badge

10 Minutes

  • Distribute the My Superhero Tools Activity worksheet (which is designed to be a badge).
  • Instruct students to draw or write (with help) their favorite coping tool they learned, or something that makes them a 'school superhero'.
  • Help them cut out their badge. Provide stickers, glitter, or extra crayons for decoration if desired.
  • Explain they can wear their badge or keep it somewhere special to remind them of their superpowers.

Step 4

Cool-Down: Grand Superhero Finale!

5 Minutes

  • Have all students stand and put on their 'superhero badges'.
  • Lead them in a powerful 'Superhero Pledge': 'I am a School Superhero! I have many tools! I am brave, I am strong, I am calm, and I can handle school! Yay Superheroes!'
  • Give each student a high-five and a verbal recognition of their progress. Thank them for being part of the group and for their hard work.
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Slide Deck

Superhero Celebration!

We are amazing School Superheroes!

Welcome the School Superheroes Crew! Ask each student to share one proud moment from the group or school. Congratulate them on their growth.

Our First Tool: Trusted Grown-Ups & Safe Places

We know who our helpers are and where to feel safe!

Remind students about Session 1. Ask: "Who helps us at school? Where do we feel safe?"

Our Second Tool: Starfish Breath

We can breathe to feel calm and strong!

Remind students about Session 2. Ask: "How do we use our Starfish Breath? Let's do it together!"

Our Third Tool: Knowing Our Routine

We know what happens next in our school day!

Remind students about Session 3. Ask: "What's one thing that happens in our school day? How does knowing the routine help?"

Our Fourth Tool: My School Strengths

We know what makes us shine at school!

Remind students about Session 4. Ask: "What's something you are good at, or love to do, at school?"

Our Fifth Tool: The Worry Box

We can let go of small worries!

Remind students about Session 5. Ask: "What kind of worries go in the Worry Box? What worries go to a grown-up?"

Using All Our Tools!

We have so many superpowers to help us!

Emphasize that they have a whole toolkit now. Ask: "When can we use these tools?"

Make Your Superhero Tools Badge!

Draw your favorite tool and wear your badge with pride!

Introduce the badge activity. Explain they will draw their favorite tool or superpower.

Superhero Pledge!

I am a School Superhero! I have many tools! I am brave, I am strong, I am calm, and I can handle school! Yay Superheroes!

Lead the Superhero Pledge. Encourage enthusiasm and pride.

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Activity

My Superhero Tools Badge!

Name: _____________________________

You are a School Superhero! You have learned so many amazing tools to help you feel brave and calm at school.

In the circle below, draw your favorite coping tool or something that makes you a School Superhero!

(Cut out your badge when you are done!)


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         /          \
        |            |
        |  ________  |
        | |        | |
        | |________| |
        |            |
         \          /
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```<br/><br/><br/>### You are brave! You are strong! You are a School Superhero!
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Quiz

Post-Assessment: School Feelings

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