Ellen Doherty

This mini script and activity bundle helps teachers deliver quick, targeted feedback during check-in and check-out with a 1st grade student. Over 10-minute individual sessions, teachers will reinforce positive choices and self-regulation to build consistency, confidence, and behavioral success.

In this Tier 2 small-group session, first graders co-create daily routines to minimize off-task behaviors, build consistency, and boost independence. Through collaborative discussions and hands-on activities, students learn to structure their day and practice self-management skills.

In this Tier 2 group session for first graders, students will learn how to use a calm-down space called the Quiet Corner, practice self-regulation steps, and explore tools that help them manage big feelings. This structured routine empowers young learners with behavioral supports, builds emotional resilience, and gives teachers a ready-made plan for small-group intervention.