Catie Rami

In this 30-minute mini lesson, students ages 11-13 will build social awareness by learning to read nonverbal cues and emotions in peers. Through interactive activities, they’ll practice decoding facial expressions and body language—vital skills for positive relationships and empathy.

An engaging quiz-based session to evaluate 2nd graders’ knowledge of respectful interactions and effective cooperation strategies, with instant feedback to guide improvement in a 25-minute classroom activity.

In this 15-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson for 1st graders, students will reflect on social scenarios and choose how they would feel, helping the teacher identify empathy strengths and growth areas. This formative activity builds social awareness and empathy development by guiding kindly responses to peer situations.

An engaging classroom game and lesson plan where 5th graders become investigators, deciphering subtle emotional clues to name hidden feelings. This Tier 1, 55-minute lesson builds self-awareness by deepening students’ emotional vocabulary and empathy—essential skills for social and academic success.

A small-group intervention to equip 6th grade students with vocabulary for complex emotions through hands-on sorting and discussion, fostering deeper self-awareness. This single 40-minute session helps students identify nuanced feelings and reflect on daily moods.

In this 30-minute introductory SEL session, 5th graders will build trust, understand group norms, and begin to identify emotions in a safe, supportive environment. This Tier 2 group lesson lays the foundation for future social-emotional growth and teamwork.

In this 40-minute, one-session lesson for 5th graders, students will engage in fun ensemble exercises—building listening, teamwork, and trust through movement and sound. These foundational skills support collaborative performance and boost confidence on stage.

In this 45-minute small-group project, 5th graders will learn self-management by curating personalized stress-management kits to use all semester. This Tier 2 lesson supports students in identifying and testing calming tools, promoting long-term emotional regulation skills.

In this 40-minute Tier 1 lesson for 4th graders, students will explore their unique stress responses and discover personalized coping strategies. By identifying their stress styles early, students build vital self-management skills that empower them to handle challenges with confidence.

Small-group mindfulness sessions teaching students to observe thoughts and feelings without judgment, cultivating self-awareness and emotional regulation. This Tier 2 lesson for a 6th grade group spans 25-minute sessions and aligns with CASEL's Self-Awareness competencies, helping students enhance focus, reduce stress, and build emotional insight.