Risk Evaluation

This lesson equips 5th graders with strategies to identify and evaluate potential risks before making decisions, fostering critical thinking and responsible decision-making abilities through interactive scenarios.

In this engaging 45-minute lesson, 5th graders will form teams to evaluate risk and make responsible decisions in real-life scenarios. Through timed challenges and collaborative discussions, students build critical thinking and SEL skills in a fun, competitive format.

Students learn to weigh the risks and benefits of different options and make informed decisions.

This lesson helps middle school students understand the difference between healthy and unhealthy risks. Through an engaging activity, a short video, and a guided discussion, students will learn to identify and evaluate risks in their daily lives. This lesson is crucial for developing critical thinking and decision-making skills, empowering students to make informed choices that promote their well-being.

Students will learn about the consequences and rewards of risky behavior in a small group setting, using real-life scenarios to foster discussion and critical thinking. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of their choices and develop decision-making skills. Designed for 10th-grade students, this session will last 60 minutes and is classified as Tier 2: Group support.

This lesson engages 10th-grade students in developing decision-making skills through real-life scenarios and role-playing. Students will learn to weigh options and consider consequences before making choices, which is crucial for their personal and academic growth. By practicing these skills, students will be better prepared to handle complex situations in their lives.

An interactive lesson that challenges 11th graders to consider real-life dilemmas and practice evaluating consequences—building confidence in responsible choices. This Tier 1, single-session 45-minute lesson uses guided discussions, scenarios, and reflection for CASEL Responsible Decision-Making.

In this 60-minute lesson, 3rd graders explore what it means to take risks, distinguish between safe and unsafe risks, and learn strategies to make brave, informed decisions. This foundational life skill builds confidence and critical thinking by engaging students in real-life scenarios and reflective activities.

In this interactive 45-minute lesson for 8th graders, students explore real-life dilemmas, practice CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making steps, and engage in rich class discussion and reflection. This Tier 1 activity equips students with skills to weigh options, consider consequences, and make thoughtful choices in everyday situations.

A 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders focused on CASEL Responsible Decision-Making. Students will engage in a warm-up poll, discuss real-life scenarios on social media and friendships through slides, participate in a safe-space discussion, and reflect with an action pledge journal. This lesson equips students with practical decision-making skills in everyday contexts.

This lesson focuses on helping 10th-grade students understand the importance of making informed and thoughtful decisions. Through a short video and guided discussion, students will explore strategies for effective decision-making. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with skills to navigate complex situations, fostering personal growth and resilience.

This lesson focuses on teaching students the importance of responsible decision making through engaging activities and discussions. By understanding the consequences of their choices, students will learn to make thoughtful and ethical decisions. This lesson is crucial for developing critical thinking and empathy, which are essential skills for personal and social growth.

In this lesson, students will explore the decision-making process through engaging activities such as case studies and group discussions. By practicing informed decision-making, students will enhance their critical thinking and responsibility. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential life skills that will aid them in making thoughtful choices in various aspects of their lives.

An engaging class-wide exploration where students weigh real-life scenarios and predict outcomes, building critical reflection skills for responsible decision-making.

This lesson is designed for students who have been suspended for breaking school rules, focusing on enhancing their decision-making skills. Through realistic examples and engaging activities, students will learn to evaluate situations and make informed choices. This 30-minute session aims to empower students with the tools to navigate life's challenges more effectively.

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.

In this 60-minute, one-session lesson, 3rd graders learn how to take responsible risks by evaluating situations, considering consequences, and making smart choices. This essential life skill empowers students to build confidence, solve problems, and stay safe in everyday situations.

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 provocative warm-up that challenges 10th graders to weigh two sides of ethical dilemmas, building CASEL Responsible Decision-Making skills in a single 60-minute session.

This lesson engages 4th and 5th graders in understanding the importance of making responsible decisions through experiential learning, inquiry-based discussion, and collaborative activities. By exploring real-life scenarios and reflecting on their choices, students will develop critical thinking and decision-making skills that are essential for their personal and social development.

In this one-session lesson, 5th graders explore real-life scenarios to practice weighing options and considering consequences, building confidence in making responsible choices. This lesson strengthens students’ decision-making skills and aligns with CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making competency.

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.

Students in a 6th grade classroom will explore realistic decision-making scenarios, practice evaluating consequences, and build the skill of responsible decision-making. This lesson is crucial for strengthening social-emotional learning (CASEL Responsible Decision-Making) and fits into one 30-minute Tier 1 session perfect for whole-class engagement.

Help students explore the art of decision-making with a focus on self-awareness and responsibility. Through scenario analysis and guided reflection, this lesson aims to build confidence in making thoughtful choices.

In this lesson, students will explore the decision-making process by examining scenarios they might encounter in everyday life. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to weigh options and consider consequences, fostering critical thinking and responsible decision-making.

This one-on-one coaching session helps a 12th-grade student develop a structured, repeatable decision-making process through personal scenario analysis, promoting ethical reasoning and responsible decision-making. Important for building lifelong skills to navigate complex choices. (Tier 3, 25-minute session)

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.

This 8-week lesson plan aims to teach 4th-grade students and their parents about making better decisions, specifically focusing on the importance of not bringing weapons or unsafe items to school. Each week focuses on different aspects of decision-making and safety, using a combination of game-based, project-based, and experiential learning strategies. This comprehensive program is crucial in fostering a safe school environment and empowering students to think critically about their actions.

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.

A dynamic lesson that engages the whole class in analyzing real-life scenarios to practice responsible decision-making, building critical thinking and social awareness in 6th graders. This Tier 1, single-session, 45-minute lesson uses interactive discussions, role-plays, and reflection to help students apply CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making skills to situations they may face every day.

Explore the psychology behind risky behavior and why humans are drawn to taking chances. This lesson will help students understand their own decision-making processes and how to assess risks more effectively. This lesson is designed for a 9th-grade class and will be completed in one 45-minute session.

This lesson focuses on teaching 10th-grade students essential decision-making skills in a single 60-minute session. It's important because it empowers students to make informed choices in their personal and academic lives, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

This lesson for 7th graders focuses on developing critical thinking skills by teaching students how to make reliable judgments. It's important because it empowers students to evaluate information critically and make informed decisions in their daily lives. The lesson will be conducted in one 45-minute session and includes engaging activities like discussions and games to reinforce learning.

Students explore how everyday choices create ripples in their lives and communities through reflective scenarios. This lesson helps 5th graders practice CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making by weighing consequences before acting in a single 45-minute session.

This lesson introduces middle school students to the concept of responsible decision-making through an engaging video, an interactive activity, and a reflective worksheet. By understanding decision fatigue and practicing decision-making skills, students will learn to manage their cognitive energy and make smarter choices. This lesson is crucial for developing critical thinking and self-awareness, empowering students to make informed decisions in their daily lives.

This 30-minute, small-group resource for 8th graders focuses on building self-control and responsible decision-making through structured scenarios and peer feedback, aligning with CASEL standards for Responsible Decision-Making.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 9th graders, students will engage with real-life scenarios to practice responsible decision-making, weigh options, and predict outcomes. This lesson fosters critical thinking, self-awareness, and empathy through a structured worksheet, warm-up poll, and reflective cool-down—fully equipped for classroom implementation.

In this lesson, students will learn strategies to resist peer pressure and make independent decisions. Through role-playing activities, they will practice saying 'no' in challenging situations. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to maintain their individuality and make choices that align with their values, fostering self-confidence and responsible decision-making.

This 45-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson helps 6th graders develop responsible decision-making skills by exploring nuanced scenarios and debating gray-area choices. Through guided activities and discussions, students learn to avoid extreme thinking and make balanced judgments.

In this 45-minute 11th-grade lesson, students will use a four-step values-based decision model to analyze real-life dilemmas and justify their choices. This lesson builds critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and self-alignment skills through interactive activities and discussions.

This lesson empowers students to understand and manage their emotions to make better decisions. Through engaging discussions and practical exercises, students will learn strategies to navigate emotional influences effectively. Designed for 12th-grade students, this 45-minute session focuses on emotional intelligence and decision-making skills.

Dive into the ripple effect of our choices through real-life multimedia cases, peer discussion, and personal reflection. Students will develop responsible decision-making skills by analyzing unseen impacts and articulating their own takeaways. Audience: 8th Grade, 1 session (55 min), Tier 1.

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of choices and their potential consequences through interactive activities. This lesson aims to enhance students' understanding of responsibility and decision-making, which are crucial skills for personal and academic success. By engaging in discussions and activities, students will learn to evaluate their options and consider the outcomes of their decisions.

This lesson focuses on suicide prevention for 12th-grade students, aiming to equip them with the knowledge and skills to recognize warning signs and seek help. It's crucial for fostering a supportive environment and empowering students to take action in critical situations. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session and includes a lesson plan, discussion, worksheet, and game to engage students effectively.

A quick-fire warm up to get students thinking about consequences and weighing risks before acting. This 10-minute Tier 1 activity for 5th graders builds responsible decision-making by evaluating risks and outcomes.

Engage students in scenario-based discussions to practice emotional regulation in hypothetical challenging situations. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical emotional regulation skills, which are essential for managing stress and making thoughtful decisions. Designed for 9th-grade students, this lesson is intended to be completed in a single 25-minute session and is classified as Tier 3: Individual support.

This interactive lesson challenges students to evaluate the consequences of impulsive actions versus thoughtful decisions. It enhances critical thinking and self-reflection skills, essential for personal growth.

This lesson aims to provide social-emotional learning (SEL) support to high school students in the context of recent gun violence situations. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, the lesson will help students process their emotions, understand the importance of seeking help, and develop coping strategies. This lesson is crucial in fostering a supportive environment where students feel safe to express their feelings and learn how to manage stress and anxiety related to traumatic events.

In this 45-minute, one-session 9th grade lesson, students apply a four-step decision-making model to realistic teen scenarios and justify choices based on values and consequences. This critical life skills lesson equips students with a structured process—considering options, evaluating consequences, aligning with priorities, and making reasoned judgments—to boost confidence and prepare them for everyday decisions.

In this 45-minute lesson for 11th graders, students use a 4-step ethical decision-making model to analyze a real-world dilemma and justify a decision aligned with their core values. This lesson builds students’ integrity, bias awareness, courage, and agency—skills crucial for college, career, and life.

Students will become Decision Detectives by identifying what responsible decisions are, creating a class rules list, and applying these rules to real-life scenarios. This lesson fosters critical thinking and ethical reasoning, helping 7th graders practice making responsible choices. Audience: 7th grade, Tier 1, 1 session, 15 minutes.

This two-session lesson for 7th graders focuses on enhancing decision-making skills, crucial for personal and academic success. Students will learn to evaluate options, consider consequences, and make informed choices through engaging activities and discussions.

In this 30-minute, group-focused lesson, 4th graders learn strategies to manage test anxiety and build confidence before assessments. Through interactive activities and group discussions, students will identify anxiety triggers, practice calming techniques, and create a personal “confidence toolkit.” This Tier 2 lesson fosters emotional regulation and peer support.

Engage small groups in activities that require them to make choices and reflect on the consequences, fostering a deeper understanding of decision-making processes. This lesson helps students practice collaboration and communication, essential skills for personal and academic success. Designed for 7th-grade groups, this 60-minute session is part of a Tier 2 support strategy.

In this brief yet impactful lesson, students will learn the essentials of civic discourse. By understanding how to manage their emotions, they can better participate in constructive conversations. The importance of this lesson lies in helping students navigate and contribute to discussions in a respectful and rational manner, essential for creating an inclusive and democratic society.

An individual-focused lesson that places students in hypothetical scenarios where they must choose between right and wrong. It is designed to nurture personal values and decision-making skills for 9th-grade students, lasting 30 minutes. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical thinking and ethical decision-making skills, which are essential for personal growth and navigating real-life situations.

This small group interactive lesson helps students identify and understand the subtle risks associated with vaping by analyzing scenarios and case studies. This lesson is important as it empowers students to make informed decisions about their health and well-being by recognizing potential dangers in seemingly harmless situations. Designed for a 6th-grade group, the session lasts 40 minutes and focuses on Tier 2 support.

In this one-session lesson, 7th graders learn how to make responsible decisions by examining real-life scenarios and applying a structured decision-making process. This lesson helps students build essential life skills—boosting their confidence and reducing impulsive choices—through interactive activities, group discussions, and personal reflection.

A small group will discuss common worries and learn cognitive techniques to address and lessen these worries, helping students manage daily anxieties more effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical skills to handle stress and anxiety, which are common challenges during high school. Designed for an 11th-grade group, this session will last 30 minutes and is classified as Tier 2: Group support.

A small group lesson focusing on the consequences of substance abuse, encouraging students to reflect on their values and how they influence their choices. This lesson empowers students to make informed, healthy decisions.

A role-playing exercise for 11th graders to practice decision-making skills in real-world scenarios like peer pressure dilemmas and academic choices. This lesson cultivates critical thinking and self-awareness through interactive, relatable challenges.

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of making responsible and independent decisions through a collaborative activity and a video. The lesson will help students understand the importance of considering consequences and making ethical choices. By engaging in discussions and role-playing scenarios, students will develop critical thinking and empathy skills, which are essential for personal and social development.

This lesson focuses on enhancing decision-making skills for 11th-grade students. It will explore the process of making informed choices, understanding consequences, and evaluating options. This skill is crucial for students as they prepare for adulthood and face important life decisions. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session and is suitable for a whole-class setting.

This lesson is designed for 7th graders to understand the importance of safety in everyday situations. Students will learn practical skills to identify potential hazards and make informed decisions to protect themselves and others. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students with the knowledge to navigate life's hazards safely and responsibly.

This lesson is designed for 12th grade students to help them assess their mental and emotional health while dealing with college applications and making significant career decisions. The objective is to equip students with strategies to manage stress and make informed decisions. The lesson will last 45 minutes.

In this 35-minute Tier 1 lesson for 11th graders, students explore the real-life consequences of their decisions through discussion, reflection, and debate. They will assess stakes, analyze scenarios, and articulate insights to develop responsible decision-making skills.

In this lesson, students will explore appropriate ways to solve social issues in school by making good decisions. Through a combination of video, activity, and discussion, students will learn to distinguish between good and poor choices. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to navigate social challenges effectively, fostering a positive school environment.

This lesson helps students prepare for the emotional impact of receiving their report cards. By using trauma-informed teaching and restorative practices, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional resilience and promoting a healthy response to academic feedback.

In this engaging 6th-grade lesson, students will learn the art of effective decision-making. Through identifying problems, exploring options, evaluating consequences, and making informed choices, students will gain essential life skills. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to reflect on outcomes and make thoughtful decisions in their everyday lives. The lesson will be conducted in one 45-minute session and will be available in both English and Spanish.

In this one-session, fast-paced interactive game, 7th graders will practice CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making by responding to real-life dilemma prompts under time pressure. This Tier 1 lesson builds engagement, critical thinking, and accountability—helping students make thoughtful choices quickly while reflecting on their reasoning.

An individualized 30-minute session for a 9th grade student focused on identifying personal risk factors, protective factors, and triggers, culminating in a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 counseling intervention helps students gain self-awareness and equips them with tools to manage crises.

This lesson focuses on enhancing decision-making skills among 8th graders through active and experiential learning. Students will engage in a quick decision-making activity, watch a relevant video, and participate in a guided discussion. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills, which are essential for personal and academic success.

This 5-session lesson series is designed to help students who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-regulation, poor impulse control, and/or complex family history to develop responsible decision-making skills. Each 30-minute session will include interactive activities, discussions, and readings to empower students to make thoughtful and informed choices in their daily lives.

A collaborative lesson guiding 8th graders to explore the ripple effects of decisions through real-life scenarios and peer reflection – empowers students to weigh consequences before acting.

In this 30-minute lesson, 6th graders become 'Decision Detectives' to practice responsible decision making through real-life scenarios and group discussions. This essential skill helps students weigh options and consider consequences in everyday choices, fostering social-emotional learning and empowering them to make positive choices.

Small groups use data-driven scenarios to flex their decision-making muscles, building confidence in collaborative choice-scenarios. This Tier 2 lesson for 12th graders includes a 30-minute session where students analyze scenarios, discuss implications, complete tasks, and review solutions together.

A dynamic lesson to explore how emotions affect behavior and decision-making, encouraging students to reflect on their personal experiences. This lesson is vital for fostering self-awareness and responsible decision-making, designed for a 6th Grade class and lasting 50 minutes.

An interactive, 60-minute lesson for 12th graders during Mental Health Awareness Month. Students will unpack common stressors, identify personal triggers, and learn evidence-based coping strategies to build proactive stress-management skills in a supportive classroom environment.

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.

This lesson helps small groups of students understand the importance of thinking before acting, using fun games and scenarios to practice pausing and considering options. It's vital for developing impulse control and thoughtful decision-making.

In this lesson, students will delve into the art of argumentation by exploring the key components of a strong argument: claims, evidence, and counterarguments. Through engaging debates and written exercises, students will enhance their critical thinking and public speaking skills. This lesson is crucial for developing students' ability to construct and deconstruct arguments, a skill that is valuable in both academic and real-world settings.

Explore through stories how one decision can affect a whole community, encouraging empathetic responsible choices. This Tier 1, 10-minute lesson for a 3rd grade class uses narrative and discussion to build students’ responsible decision-making skills.

This is a focused small-group workshop designed for 6th grade students to strengthen their responsible decision-making skills by evaluating pros and cons in academic and social contexts. Over one 35-minute session, students will learn to carefully weigh options and make balanced choices, supporting their social-emotional growth and academic success.