CASEL

In this two-session Tier 1 SEL lesson for PreK–5, students explore the five CASEL competencies through an interactive survey and reflective quiz. These 10-minute sessions help teachers gauge students’ social-emotional strengths and growth areas, fostering self-awareness and responsible decision-making in a supportive classroom environment.

A 15-minute pretest session on the CASEL standard of responsible decision making for 5th graders, assessing students’ baseline skills in identifying problems, weighing options, and evaluating consequences. This Tier 1 classroom activity helps teachers tailor future lessons to students’ needs.

A quick 15-minute pre-test to gauge 5th graders’ relationship skills aligned with CASEL standards, helping tailor future social-emotional lessons. This Tier 1 activity provides teachers with baseline data on students’ collaboration, empathy, and communication abilities.

A small-group toolkit teaching social awareness and relationship skills by steering through peer conflicts with guided strategies and role plays. Students practice CASEL competencies through interactive activities in a 50-minute session. Ideal for Tier 2 support with 7th-grade students.

Students embark on a detective-style journey to investigate responsible decision-making by gathering clues about choices and consequences to solve real-world puzzles. This 45-minute, one-session lesson for 5th graders builds critical CASEL social-emotional skills through engaging activities and reflection.

In this 30-minute, small-group intensive lesson, 8th graders become sleuths exploring CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making by examining consequences, alternatives, and ethical factors in real-life scenarios. This Tier 2 kit builds analytical skills, self-awareness, and collaborative reasoning through engaging detective-themed activities.

In this two-session lesson for 5th-7th graders, students will explore CASEL’s decision-making competency through engaging scenarios and self-reflection using 5-point scales. Students will take a pre-test to assess their current decision-making strategies, engage in interactive activities, and then complete a post-test to measure growth. This foundational Tier 1 lesson builds self-awareness and equips all learners with practical steps for thoughtful choices.

Students in small kindergarten groups will investigate everyday scenarios as 'detectives,' analyzing choices as good or poor and explaining their reasoning. This fun, investigative approach builds responsible decision-making skills aligned with CASEL competencies.

In this 15-minute, whole-class Tier 1 session, 8th graders will explore how ethical reasoning guides real-life decisions at school, home, and in their community. Through a dynamic quiz format, students will apply CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making framework to everyday scenarios, enhancing their moral awareness and decision-making skills.

This is a 30-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop for 6th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills—empathy and cooperation. Students will engage in interactive activities to practice perspective-taking, collaborate on role-play challenges, and reflect on supportive peer interactions.

A 60-minute, whole-class lesson aligned to CASEL competencies, guiding 7th graders to deepen empathy and compassion through literature, discussion, and personal reflection—students will connect texts to their own lives and practice empathetic responses.

In this engaging 30-minute SEL lesson aligned with CASEL, 7th graders will learn to identify and label their emotions, explore triggers, and practice simple strategies for self-regulation. Building self-awareness and self-management skills will empower students to handle daily challenges more effectively.

This Tier 2 small-group lesson for 6th graders focuses on CASEL’s social awareness competency. In a single 25-minute session, students will practice seeing situations from another person’s perspective through guided discussion and role-playing activities, building kindness and empathy in everyday interactions.

In this engaging lesson, 4th graders will explore the five CASEL competencies through self-discovery and reflection, uncovering their unique social-emotional strengths. This foundational Tier 1, 50-minute session builds self-awareness and community by empowering students to celebrate and share their SEL superpowers.

This 40-minute, Grade 5 CASEL-focused lesson invites students to explore the true qualities of friendship and develop social awareness. Using engaging discussions, visuals, and reflections, students will build empathy and learn how to form stronger, more authentic relationships.

An interactive lesson exploring CASEL’s five competencies and their impact on college and career readiness, fostering self-awareness and goal setting for 12th graders. This Tier 1 classroom-wide session helps students recognize and leverage their emotions for future success in a single 50-minute session.

A dynamic 40-minute session for 4th graders focused on CASEL's Responsible Decision-Making competency. Students will play a game and discuss real-world scenarios to practice aligning actions with goals. This lesson builds critical thinking and empowers students to make thoughtful choices.

In this 40-minute CASEL-aligned lesson for 5th graders, students explore authentic friendship qualities, build social awareness, and practice relationship skills through interactive discussions and reflective exercises. Tier 1 classroom lesson.

This small-group intervention for 5th graders leverages CASEL’s growth mindset strategies to teach self-management by reframing challenges into opportunities. Over 30-minute sessions, students will engage in discussions, activities, and reflections to boost resilience and goal-setting skills.

This scope and sequence outlines a 10-day cycle, 5 days a week SEL semester for 9th graders, focusing on adjusting to high school and rotations through the CASEL competencies. It ensures engaging biweekly project integration to promote real-life application and social-emotional growth.

An individual 15-minute SEL counseling session for a 7th grader to identify stress triggers and practice quick, evidence-based coping strategies like breathing and grounding. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students develop self-regulation tools they can use anytime to feel more in control and resilient.

Explore the qualities of authentic friendship and the importance of social awareness in this engaging CASEL-based lesson for 5th graders. Over one 40-minute session, students will identify key friendship traits, share personal stories, and reflect on how to build strong, empathetic connections.

Over six weeks, a small group of 7th graders will learn to identify anxiety triggers, practice coping strategies, and build personalized plans. This Tier 2 program supports students needing extra social-emotional tools through interactive activities and reflections in 30-minute weekly sessions.

A small-group intervention teaching self-management through CASEL’s growth mindset strategies, empowering 5th grade students to reframe challenges as opportunities in four 30-minute sessions.

In this 30-minute session, 5th graders will explore everyday dilemmas through scenario-based activities, learning to map out responsible decisions using the CASEL Responsible Decision-Making framework. This Tier 1 lesson builds foundational decision-making skills for real-life situations.

Decision DNA is a 25-minute, one-on-one reflective session for a 6th grade student focused on CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making. Students will discover their core values, examine past decisions, and plan future actions to align choices with personal beliefs. This individualized journal-based lesson fosters self-awareness and empowers students to make thoughtful, values-driven decisions.

A small-group toolkit for 7th graders to develop social awareness and relationship skills through navigating peer conflicts. This Tier 2, 3-session program includes structured strategies, role plays, and collaborative debriefs to build students’ confidence in resolving disputes and strengthening bonds.

In this 25-minute lesson, 3rd graders will engage in hands-on activities to practice perspective-taking and caring behaviors. Focusing on CASEL's Social Awareness, this Tier 1 lesson fosters empathy through interactive role-play and reflective journaling, equipping students with everyday empathy skills.

In this engaging Tier 1 CASEL self-awareness lesson, 2nd graders will explore their identities by creating layered self-portraits infused with their personal values and goals. Over one 60-minute session, students will reflect on what makes them unique and express it through art, developing self-awareness and emotional literacy.

A five-session social-emotional learning series for PreK–Kindergarten focusing on self-management. Students will learn coping strategies for big feelings, following routines, impulse control, calming techniques, and perseverance through playful, age-appropriate activities. Each 20-minute session is rich with interactive songs, stories, movement, and reflection.

This individualized toolkit helps a 2nd grade student recognize and manage emotions using the Zones of Regulation framework. Over a 30-minute session, the student will learn the zones, create personalized strategies, and track their emotional states. This lesson supports CASEL competencies, tailored for Tier 3 individual support.

In this 20-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson for 11th graders, students will identify and rank their personal values, fostering self-awareness as outlined in CASEL’s framework. Through guided ranking and peer discussion, participants clarify their priorities and practice respectful dialogue, strengthening social-emotional skills crucial for decision-making and empathy.

Students learn to identify pros and cons quickly through a guided framework, helping them make more thoughtful decisions in everyday situations. This 15-minute Tier 1 lesson equips 7th graders with a simple, interactive blueprint for responsible decision-making using CASEL’s framework.

A whole-class interactive lesson exploring self-awareness and self-management through real-life scenarios and reflective exercises to foster emotional intelligence in 4th graders. This 45-minute Tier 1 lesson will guide students through CASEL competencies with engaging activities and personal reflection.

A quick, 15-minute, hands-on lesson for 7th graders focused on CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making. Students learn a simple four-step “SMART” acronym to help them pause, reflect, and choose wisely—invaluable for daily choices both in and out of school.

In this upbeat, game-based lesson, 3rd graders practice respectful conflict responses through a fun point-earning activity. Students will learn essential relationship skills and conflict-resolution strategies aligned to CASEL standards, all within a 40-minute classroom session. This Tier 1 lesson fosters a positive classroom environment by turning respectful communication into engaging play.

A whole-class exploration of self-awareness through interactive storytelling and reflection—it helps students recognize and name their emotions, setting the foundation for strong SEL skills. Ideal for a 5th grade class in a single 45-minute session under CASEL framework and Tier 1 supports.

A three-week Tier 3 social-emotional curriculum for a 3rd grader focused on building self-awareness and self-management skills to recognize and cope with school-related anxiety. Through individualized, weekly 30-minute sessions, the student will identify feelings, pinpoint personal triggers, and practice coping strategies in a safe, supportive environment.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 7th grade students will learn Kelso’s Choices—nine proactive strategies for resolving minor conflicts independently. By exploring real-life scenarios, practicing decision-making, and reflecting through journal writing, students will gain essential social-emotional skills for navigating disagreements. This Tier 1 classroom lesson boosts self-awareness, promotes positive relationships, and equips all learners with practical conflict-resolution tools.

In this 30-minute SEL lesson, 7th graders will explore and identify their emotions, learn practical coping strategies, and practice sharing feelings. This Tier 1 lesson builds emotional awareness and regulation skills essential for positive classroom climate and students’ wellbeing.

An individualized project guide to help a 12th grade student craft a personal SEL portfolio showcasing growth in self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. This Tier 3 plan provides step-by-step guidance and reflections over multiple 35-minute sessions.

This lesson introduces middle school students to the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its importance in personal and academic success. Through a video and a guided activity, students will explore the four key skills of EI: perceiving, using, understanding, and managing emotions. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop self-awareness and empathy, which are foundational for building strong values and relationships.

In this three-session, 20-minute small group series, students on the spectrum will learn practical anger management strategies through interactive activities and playful games. These sessions help build self-awareness, calming skills, and positive communication—essential tools for emotional regulation and peer interaction.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 small-group session, 4th graders will complete a formative assessment to gauge their current skills in emotional regulation and self-control. This quick check provides targeted insights to inform next steps in their social-emotional learning, helping teachers tailor support and helping students become more self-aware.

An 8-session small-group curriculum for grades 4–6 focused on teaching healthy coping skills and reducing anxiety through interactive discussions, activities, games, and reflections. Each 35-minute session builds students’ self-awareness and equip them with practical strategies to manage stress and cultivate resilience.

In this 5-session small group series, 5th-6th graders on IEPs will learn what coping skills are, identify personal strategies, and practice applying them during moments of stress or anxiety. These 30-minute sessions help students build emotional regulation tools and confidence in self-care.

In this playful 30-minute SEL lesson, Pre-K students—including those with Down syndrome and autism—will learn to recognize and express basic emotions. Through interactive visuals, games, and breathing exercises, students build emotional awareness and develop simple strategies for self-regulation.

ChoiceLab 360 is a one-on-one mini-project for 7th graders that immerses students in a virtual case study to develop a personalized decision-making framework. This Tier 3 lesson helps students master Responsible Decision-Making by guiding them through real-world scenarios and crafting their own decision criteria in three 45-minute sessions.

This lesson plan is designed to help elementary school teachers facilitate a session on social-emotional learning (SEL) and multitiered systems of support (MTSS) using game-based learning, trauma-informed teaching, and collaborative learning strategies. The lesson will engage students in activities that promote empathy, teamwork, and emotional regulation, while also providing teachers with tools to support diverse learners. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills and helps create a supportive classroom environment.

In this 30-minute Grade 7 SEL session, students will explore accountability and decision-making through guided role-play scenarios. They'll practice identifying choices, owning actions, and collaborating to make positive outcomes. This lesson equips students with essential life skills for personal growth and healthier relationships.

This 30-minute, Tier 2 small-group workshop for 7th graders explores CASEL’s Self-Management competency through guided mindfulness exercises. Students will practice breathing techniques and reflective journaling to build emotion regulation and focus skills they can use in stressful moments.

An interactive lesson that guides 6th graders to identify and appreciate their peer, family, and mentor relationships, building empathy and trust through mapping exercises. This 50-minute, Tier 1 lesson equips students with relationship skills aligned with CASEL standards, using hands-on activities and reflective discussion.

In this dynamic 6th grade classroom lesson, students physically move through Choice Stations to practice responsible decision-making. By engaging in interactive scenarios, reflecting on outcomes, and assessing their understanding, students build vital CASEL responsible decision-making skills in just 30-minute sessions.

An 8-session emotional regulation program for 1st-3rd graders. Students will learn to identify, understand, and manage emotions through engaging activities and reflection. This group-support curriculum builds self-awareness and coping skills in 35-minute lessons.

In this 30-minute lesson for 7th graders, students will learn to recognize emotions, practice coping strategies, and apply social-emotional skills to real-life situations. This Tier 1 session builds foundational emotional intelligence and behavior interventions that support academic success and well-being.

One-on-one coaching session guiding a 7th grader to build a personalized emotion regulation toolbox of coping strategies, grounded in CASEL competencies—for self-management and resilience. This Tier 3 intervention is 20 minutes long and provides concrete practice and reflection.

A 5-session small group intervention for 5th and 6th graders with IEPs to learn, practice, and implement coping skills in the classroom. This Tier 2 lesson supports students’ social-emotional growth by guiding them through identifying, discussing, and applying coping strategies in real-time scenarios. Each 30-minute session includes a structured plan, discussion prompts, hands-on activity, worksheet, and a fun game to reinforce learning.

In this one-session, 30-minute Social Emotional Learning (SEL) game, 7th graders will build empathy, communication, and teamwork skills through a fast-paced interactive challenge. This engaging activity helps students practice reading emotions, expressing themselves clearly, and supporting peers in a fun, collaborative environment.

Connection Canvas is a 40-minute, small-group workshop for 11th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills. Students will map their social networks, reflect on the quality of their connections, and practice dialogue strategies to deepen relationships.

Students will develop self-awareness by identifying strengths in literature, media, and peers through a collaborative scavenger hunt. This Tier 1, single-session lesson for 11th graders builds confidence and reinforces CASEL self-awareness competencies in a 50-minute class.

In this Tier 2 group lesson, 10th grade counseling students collaborate to create a fictional client case from scratch and then draft a complete SOAP note. This fun, hands-on game strengthens clinical documentation skills and encourages creativity within a structured format. Audiences: 10th Grade Counseling Group, 1 session of 40 minutes.