Seasonal

In this 30-minute, one-session lesson, 7th graders will explore different cultural and natural celebrations that occur throughout the year. Students will learn how seasons influence festivals around the world, fostering appreciation of diversity and seasonal cycles. This Tier 1 lesson builds cultural awareness and connects science concepts with real-world traditions.

Dive into each season’s unique features with a small group, reinforcing observation and descriptive skills. This Tier 2 lesson for a 4th grade small group spans one 30-minute session per season, helping students sharpen descriptive language, pattern recognition, and observational skills.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to the concept of changing seasons through music. By singing simple songs related to each season and using instruments or body movements, students will enhance their memory and creative expression. This approach helps young learners connect with the natural world and develop an understanding of seasonal changes in a fun and engaging way.

In this lesson, students will explore how the change in seasons can impact their feelings. Through a creative art project, each student will draw a seasonal tree and write their feelings on the leaves. This activity encourages emotional expression and reflection, helping young students to connect their emotions with environmental changes, fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

A one-on-one academic coaching tool for a 10th-grade student, focusing on setting and achieving short-term goals mapped to the four seasons over four sessions of 20 minutes each. This Tier 3 individualized lesson helps visualize progress, build motivation, and ensure consistent check-ins by aligning goals with real-world seasonal themes.

In this lesson, students will explore the different seasons and how they affect plant life by reading 'The Leaf Man.' They will create a seasonal chart and discuss how plants adapt to each season. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the cyclical nature of seasons and the resilience of plant life.

In this lesson, students will create collage artworks that represent their feelings about the current season using elements from nature and recycled materials. This activity encourages creativity and personal reflection, allowing students to express their emotions through art. It helps develop fine motor skills, artistic expression, and emotional awareness.

This resource introduces students to seasonal changes and classroom routines through interactive fall-themed activities, building excitement for the new school year. Perfect for 3rd graders in a 45-minute Tier 1 classroom session, this lesson helps students connect to the season while reinforcing routines, collaboration, and reflection.

This lesson engages young learners in a discussion about how different seasons might affect our feelings. Students will match various weather conditions with emotions and create artworks expressing how they feel in different seasons. This lesson is important as it aids in emotional expression and creativity, helping children understand and articulate their feelings in relation to their environment.

In this lesson, students will explore the winter season through a hands-on, nature-based activity using recyclable materials. This lesson is important as it encourages students to observe and understand the changes in nature during winter, fostering curiosity and creativity. By working collaboratively, students will also develop teamwork skills while engaging in active learning.

This lesson introduces toddlers aged 15 months to 2.5 years to the vibrant season of spring. Through sensory exploration and interactive activities, children will discover the sights, sounds, and textures of spring, fostering curiosity and a love for nature. This 30-minute session is designed for a Pre-K classroom, providing a joyful and engaging learning experience.

In this 4-session Tier 1 lesson for K-3 students, learners will explore the unique aspects of the fall season in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert. Through discussions and hands-on activities—from examining shorter days to crafting cactus models and creating autumn collages—students will develop observation skills and creative expression while comparing fall across different regions. Each session is 30 minutes.

An engaging individual reflection activity for Pre-K students where each child designs a seasonal superhero self-portrait to celebrate their unique strengths and connect back-to-school excitement. This 15-minute Tier 3 lesson fosters self-awareness, creativity, and confidence through art and storytelling.

An immersive discussion and reading unit exploring how different cultures celebrate autumn holidays, building community and curiosity. This lesson is perfect for 7th graders, spans one 60-minute session, and fosters global awareness and empathy through collaborative activities.

Kick off the school year with a harvest-themed icebreaker that connects students to autumn traditions, builds community, and sets a warm classroom tone. This Tier 1 lesson for a 3rd Grade class spans one 30-minute session and includes engaging activities and supports for all learners.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 SEL session for 2nd graders, students explore feelings about the end of the school year and learn strategies to cope with change. This lesson helps students recognize emotions, share memories, and build resilience as they transition to summer.

A back-to-school kickoff lesson for 10th graders, harnessing the excitement of autumn to build community, set personal goals, and reflect on aspirations. This Tier 1, whole-class session lasts 45 minutes and includes engaging activities, journaling, and a meaningful exit ticket to launch a successful school year.

In this delightful lesson, Pre-K students will explore the theme 'Signs of Spring' through engaging choice time activities. This lesson is important as it helps young learners connect with nature, observe seasonal changes, and develop sensory and cognitive skills. The session will last 30 minutes and is designed for a classroom-wide Tier 1 setting.

In this 30-minute Kindergarten lesson, students will explore empathy and kindness by connecting to different seasons of the school year. Through read-aloud, discussion, and a fun craft activity, they will practice recognizing feelings and showing kindness to peers. This whole-class Tier 1 lesson sets the tone for a supportive community.

Designed for upper elementary to high school students, this lesson helps ease anxiety around seasonal transitions and encourages students to view change as an opportunity. Through activities and discussions, students will prepare emotionally for summer, focusing on potential growth and new adventures.

A 15-minute Tier 1 morning meeting for 3rd graders to celebrate the end of the school year, build community spirit, and reflect on growth. This upbeat session uses interactive greetings, a gratitude warm-up, a fun memory game, and a reflective cool-down to send students off with positivity and closure.

In this lesson, students will create a weather chart that parallels daily weather changes with their own emotional climates. By connecting the external world with their internal feelings, students can develop awareness and language around mood shifts, leading to a more nuanced understanding of emotional regulation. This lesson is important as it helps young students articulate their emotions and understand that feelings can change just like the weather.

In this lesson, students will craft winter-themed 'warm wishes' cards for family or classmates, expressing their appreciation and good intentions. This heartwarming activity builds a sense of community and reinforces the value of gratitude and kindness. It helps students develop empathy and communication skills while fostering a positive classroom environment.

In this 30-minute small-group session, 11th graders reflect on their social-emotional strengths and challenges, then set actionable summer goals to support self-awareness and personal growth. This Tier 2 enrichment helps students maintain and build SEL skills over the break, fostering community exploration and a growth mindset.

In this playful pre-K lesson, students will explore and practice emotional regulation using the metaphor of weather to name, understand, and calm their feelings. Building these foundational skills helps children manage strong emotions, build empathy, and develop social readiness—all in a fun, 30-minute session.

A semester-long scope and sequence designed for 9th graders attending classes five times in a ten-day rotation, focusing on high school adjustment, CASEL competencies, and hands-on projects. This roadmap helps students build self-awareness, social skills, and responsible decision-making while teachers follow a clear, balanced plan.

A 30-minute Tier 1 SEL lesson for 9th graders to build empathy and healthy coping strategies around family transitions like divorce. Students will learn to identify emotions, support peers, and practice self-care skills.

This lesson plan explores the characteristics of winter, engaging K-3 students through a blend of Project-Based Learning, Active Learning, and Game-Based Learning. Students will learn about winter's unique features, how plants and animals adapt, and create a collaborative project to showcase their understanding. This lesson is important as it helps students appreciate seasonal changes and develop critical thinking and creativity skills.

In this lesson, high school students will explore various winter traditions from around the world. Through group presentations, students will share insights into different cultures' celebrations, fostering cultural appreciation and broadening perspectives. This lesson encourages respect and inclusivity by highlighting the diversity of global traditions.

A fun summer-themed SEL activity designed for small groups of 1st graders to explore and share their emotions using bright beach imagery and playful prompts. This 15-minute session helps students build emotional awareness and communication skills in a joyful, seasonal context.

Learn about various cultural celebrations of the spring equinox through engaging activities and crafts. This lesson enriches students' cultural awareness and creativity, making it perfect for a 2nd-grade class. The lesson is designed to be completed in one 40-minute session and includes a variety of activities that cater to different learning styles.

In this 30-minute small-group series, ninth graders learn to identify and articulate their emotions by mapping them to weather patterns. This lesson boosts self-awareness and emotional literacy in a supportive Tier 2 setting.

This week-long theme introduces toddlers to the wonders of nature through engaging activities and exploration. It's important for young children to connect with the natural world as it fosters curiosity, creativity, and a sense of wonder. The theme is designed for Pre-K students with a single 30-minute session each day, focusing on different aspects of nature such as plants, animals, weather, and more.

A 15-session, 10-minute Tier 2 group series designed for ECSE students (ages 3–5) to build foundational social skills like sharing, taking turns, greetings, and cooperative play. Each session features a simple lesson plan, hands-on activity, and playful game to engage learners and reinforce essential social behaviors.

In this lesson, Pre-K students will explore emotions through storytelling and role-playing with an autumn theme. They'll identify emotions characters might feel in different fall scenarios, enhancing their empathy and emotional vocabulary. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop emotional awareness and communication skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

In this delightful lesson, Pre-K students will explore the signs of spring through engaging activities and observations. This lesson is important as it helps young learners connect with nature, understand seasonal changes, and develop observational skills. The session will last 30 minutes and is designed for a classroom setting.

A 30-minute Tier 2 small-group enrichment lesson for 7th graders using a summer beach theme to teach emotional regulation through metaphor, guided practice, and reflection. This lesson helps students build self-regulation skills in an engaging, seasonally-relevant context.

In this engaging autumn-themed activity, students reflect on emotions or worries they would like to let go of, visualizing them as leaves falling from a tree. By writing down and discussing these feelings, students practice emotional release and learn to embrace change. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional awareness and coping strategies, fostering a healthy mindset towards change and letting go.

In this 4-session series, 4th graders will learn how to spread kindness and follow cafeteria expectations during the holiday season. These 10-minute lessons build social skills, reinforce routines, and make mealtime more joyful and safe.

A one-session, 30-minute group lesson for 1st graders exploring end-of-year feelings and transitions. Students will recognize and name their emotions, practice expressing them, and build coping strategies for the upcoming break—an essential step for social-emotional growth, especially for multilingual learners through UDL supports.

This lesson explores the fascinating changes in weather during spring through engaging questions of the day for Pre-K students. Over a 5-day period, students will learn about different aspects of spring weather, fostering curiosity and observational skills. This lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session each day, making it perfect for young learners.

A 30-minute individual counseling session for 6th graders that kickstarts rapport building by discussing students’ summer experiences and having them set a personal emotional goal. This intro lesson helps students feel comfortable, heard, and empowers them to take ownership of their emotional growth.

In this 3-session lesson series, K-3 students will explore the pumpkin life cycle through engaging storytime, hands-on planting, creative activities, lively discussions, and fun games. By planting pumpkin seeds and following their growth, students will develop scientific observation skills, life-cycle vocabulary, and an appreciation for nature. Perfect for a 30-minute lesson each session.

In this lesson, Grade 4 students will explore and present their own or family traditions related to winter holidays. This activity encourages cultural awareness and appreciation of diverse traditions, fostering inclusion and curiosity. By sharing stories or items that represent these celebrations, students will develop a deeper understanding and respect for different cultures.

In this lesson, students will explore the beauty of the fall season by creating reflective journals or artwork inspired by autumn themes. This activity encourages mindfulness and a deep appreciation for the changing seasons, promoting tranquility and positive emotional expression. By engaging in this creative process, students will develop their ability to express emotions and thoughts, enhancing their emotional well-being and mindfulness skills.

This lesson introduces young learners to a variety of holiday traditions through interactive storytelling and fun crafts. It encourages creativity and cultural appreciation, helping students understand and respect diverse cultures from an early age.

In this lesson, students will create simple weather wheels to track daily weather changes. This activity will enhance their observational skills and promote discussions about how weather affects our daily choices and moods. Understanding weather is crucial for young learners as it helps them make sense of the world around them and prepares them for making informed decisions based on weather conditions.

Students will explore the stages of the water cycle (evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection) through engaging activities and real-world connections. Understanding the water cycle builds foundational science knowledge and highlights the importance of water in daily life. Audience: 3rd Grade, Tier 1, 1 session, 30 minutes.

In this lesson, students will explore how different cultures celebrate the holiday season. They will research and present a celebration of their choice through drawings or oral presentations. This lesson fosters inclusivity and appreciation of global traditions, helping students understand and respect cultural diversity.

In this lesson, students will create paper ornaments decorated with words or drawings of emotions they associate with the holiday season. This activity allows students to identify and express their feelings in a creative and festive way, fostering emotional awareness. It is important as it helps young students develop emotional intelligence and self-expression skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

In this lesson, students will create paper ornaments decorated with words or drawings of emotions they associate with the holiday season. This activity allows students to identify and express their feelings in a creative and festive way, fostering emotional awareness. It is important as it helps young students develop emotional intelligence and self-expression skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

Students will learn simple daily habits that contribute to a sustainable lifestyle. This lesson emphasizes consistency and mindfulness in everyday actions to protect the planet. Designed for a 3rd grade class, this Tier 1 lesson spans a single 40-minute session.

In this single-session lesson, students dive into environmental awareness through real-world ecological challenges. They'll engage in interactive discussions, activities, and reflection, discovering the importance of sustainability and how they can protect our planet. Audience: Grades 4–6; Duration: 60 minutes; Tier 1.

In this lesson, students will create paper ornaments decorated with words or drawings of emotions they associate with the holiday season. This activity encourages students to identify and express their feelings in a creative and festive way, fostering emotional awareness. By engaging in this activity, students will develop a better understanding of their emotions and learn to express them constructively.

A focused Tier 2 self-awareness small group activity for 8th graders to track and discuss emotions weekly. Participants will learn to identify feelings, share coping strategies, and reflect on emotional growth across four 35-minute sessions.

A fun, interactive SEL back-to-school icebreaker that brings 8th graders and staff together to build community and trust through a collaborative wave activity. This 30-minute Tier 1 session helps students and staff connect, practice emotional awareness, and set a positive tone for the year.

A lively end-of-summer class celebration that integrates emotion charades and gratitude bingo to reinforce SEL skills before the year ends. This 40-minute Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders encourages students to identify and express emotions, build peer connections, and practice gratitude.

In this lesson, leaders will explore the beauty of autumn by creating nature mandalas. The session will start with a brief introduction to mandalas and their significance, followed by a nature walk to collect autumn materials. The hands-on activity of creating mandalas will help participants practice mindfulness and unleash their creativity. This lesson is important as it merges art with nature, promoting relaxation, focus, and an appreciation for the environment.

Encourage individual creativity with a lesson on writing spring-themed stories. This lesson focuses on narrative skills, using spring as a backdrop to inspire descriptive writing and creative expression. Designed for upper elementary students, this 35-minute session is tailored to individual needs, providing personalized support to enhance storytelling abilities.

This 6-week Tier 1 emotional support series helps 6th graders cope with transitions, build resilience, and feel connected, especially when facing family separation. Each 30-minute session guides students through self-reflection, group activities, and coping strategies to adjust to a new environment and missing loved ones.

In this lesson, students will gather in a circle to share personal reflections on what the holiday season means to them. This activity encourages students to discuss traditions, family, and what they look forward to during the holidays. It is important as it promotes listening skills and respect for diverse perspectives, helping students to appreciate the variety of experiences and traditions among their peers.

A dynamic 8-session elementary PE series designed for Grades 1–5 that gets kids moving with fun, interactive, hands-on games using low-cost supplies in 45-minute classes with 17–20 students. Students will build fundamental motor skills, teamwork, and healthy habits while meeting Tennessee PE standards. Each session includes warm-ups, core activities, discussions, and cool-downs.

A dynamic lesson that guides teachers in crafting an interactive first-day icebreaker incorporating seasonal themes to build community and excitement. This resource helps teachers foster connections and set a welcoming tone for K–12 students in a 45-minute session.

An engaging, festive lesson designed to boost family engagement through hands-on cultural centers and collaborative activities. Elementary students explore traditions, share stories, and involve families in a 90-minute classroom event. Tier 1 whole-class lesson.

In this 30-minute 7th & 8th grade SEL session, students become meteorologists for their emotions, learning to label four core feelings and recognize associated physical cues. This lesson fosters emotional vocabulary and self-management, empowering students to check their internal ‘weather’ and respond thoughtfully.

In this 15-minute SEL lesson, Pre-K students will explore different emotions through fun activities and discussions, helping them recognize, name, and express their feelings. This engaging session builds emotional literacy, supports self-regulation, and creates a foundation for healthy social interactions.

In this lesson, students will create individual pennants with symbols representing their feelings about the holiday season. These pennants will be strung together to form a classroom bunting, visually representing the diverse emotional landscape of the students. This activity encourages self-expression, emotional awareness, and appreciation of diversity in feelings.

This lesson focuses on helping Pre-K students understand and cope with the feelings and behaviors that arise at the end of the school year. It's important for young children to recognize and express their emotions during transitions, fostering emotional intelligence and smoother transitions.

This lesson introduces young learners to breathing exercises that align with the rhythm of the holidays. Through playful, guided breathing actions mimicking snowflakes, winter winds, and cozy fires, students learn to manage excitement and emotions using breathing as a calming tool. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-regulation skills and emotional awareness, which are crucial for their social-emotional development.

Students will explore how emotions flow through our minds like water cycles in nature, using scientific models to understand emotional regulation. This lesson helps 7th graders connect social-emotional learning with real-world science in a 60-minute Tier 1 session.

In this lesson, students will explore the diverse weather patterns of the Southeast states. Through collaborative and active learning strategies, students will engage in activities that enhance their understanding of regional climates. This lesson is important as it helps students appreciate geographical diversity and its impact on daily life, fostering a deeper connection to the natural world.