hannah carlson

A 3-session series designed for K-2 students to build self-management skills for overcoming barriers. Through engaging activities, scripts, and lesson plans, young learners will identify obstacles, learn strategies, and practice resilience. Each session is 30 minutes, classroom-wide (Tier 1) support.

In this individual Tier 3 coaching session, students craft a personal vision board to map short- and long-term goals, boosting intrinsic motivation, clarity, and life planning skills. Perfect for 2nd graders, this 20-minute one-on-one experience guides them step-by-step.

A whole-class exploration where kindergartners plant and nurture ‘goal seeds’ to learn how small steps bloom into big achievements. This Tier 1 lesson guides kids in mapping out short- and long-term goals through playful gardening metaphors and reflective activities.

Short daily routines that bring the entire kindergarten class together for breathing exercises and mindful stretches to enhance focus and self-control. This Tier 1 lesson for a Kindergarten class includes a quick 15-minute session with a warm-up, guided breathing script, and an interactive stretch activity to foster self-management skills and improve classroom readiness.

An interactive 45-minute lesson for 1st graders exploring local community helpers to spark curiosity, foster family discussions, and build awareness of neighborhood resources available to students and their families.

In this 40-minute Tier 1 lesson, 1st graders will learn responsible decision-making by collaboratively constructing paper bridges that connect common schoolyard challenges to positive solutions. This hands-on activity fosters teamwork, critical thinking, and SEL skills as kids visualize how thoughtful choices can bridge problems and outcomes.

This single-session 40-minute Tier 1 lesson equips 2nd graders with relationship skills for healthy boundaries by practicing respectful ways to say “no” in everyday scenarios; it builds confidence and language for real-life boundary-setting.

In this 20-minute, small-group Tier 2 session for 1st graders, students learn to partner effectively and support peers through simple tasks. This lesson builds relationship skills, boosts confidence, and reinforces the value of teamwork and allyship.

In this 15-minute kindergarten lesson, students dive into playful exercises to practice cooperation, teamwork, and taking turns. This Tier 1 session builds essential relationship skills aligned with CASEL frameworks, using games and discussions to foster a positive classroom community.

In this week-long Tier 1 self-awareness project, first graders will create a classroom Treasure Chest filled with notes celebrating personal and peer strengths. Over five 40-minute sessions, students will write daily jewels—short notes recognizing positive attributes—and use a simple rubric to share thoughtfully. Culminating in a Celebration Circle, this project builds confidence, empathy, and community.

This small-group interactive game teaches 1st graders impulse control by having them sort behaviors into “Stop” and “Go” zones. Perfect for a 20-minute Tier 2 SEL session, this lesson reinforces self-management through movement and friendly competition in a safe, supportive environment.

A playful 25-minute whole-class lesson for kindergarten that uses fun challenges and discussion to show how effort helps our brains grow. This Tier 1 self-awareness growth mindset lesson empowers young learners to try, persist, and celebrate mistakes as learning opportunities.

A small-group role-play lesson where 2nd graders explore community jobs and responsibilities. Students will step into roles to see how everyone contributes to their town. This Tier 2 group lesson builds social awareness and community responsibility in an interactive 35-minute session.

An interactive lesson where 1st graders decide how they’d respond in everyday social situations, building empathy by considering others’ feelings and perspectives. This Tier 1, 30-minute session will guide students in recognizing emotions, practicing perspective taking, and reflecting on social choices.

An interactive lesson that sparks 2nd graders’ imaginations as they explore future dreams and map simple short-term goals. Builds motivation and self-awareness for lifelong planning. Audience: 2nd grade, one 30-minute session.

In this three-part series, K-2 students learn how to set high quality standards for their work, understand what excellence looks like, and practice revising to improve. Building self-esteem and pride, students will develop habits of care and attention that carry across all subjects. Each 30-minute session includes a teacher script, engaging hands-on activity, and clear lesson plan.

In this 12-minute Tier 1 lesson for kindergarteners, students will learn the self-management skill of planning and organizing materials before starting activities. This helps them become confident, independent learners who are ready to engage immediately. The lesson includes an interactive plan, slides with visuals, and a quick game to reinforce preparation.

In this 20-minute small-group session, 2nd graders practice healthy screen habits through engaging games and guided discussions. This Tier 2 lesson helps students balance digital activities with offline play and builds lifelong digital wellness skills.

Introduce 2nd graders to foundational digital wellness and safety habits by playing detective online. This 30-minute, single-session lesson engages all students in spotting clues, hunting for digital safety tips, and reflecting on secure behaviors to build lifelong healthy habits.

In this Tier 3, one-on-one lesson, a first-grade student will co-create a personalized visual daily planner using drawings and stickers to anticipate transitions and build self-management skills. Over a single 20-minute session, the teacher will guide the student in mapping out their day, reinforcing organization and planning abilities from the CASEL Self-Management domain.

Students will explore primary and secondary colors through mixing paint swatches, learning how colors interact and influence mood in artwork. This Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders consists of one 30-minute session packed with hands-on exploration, discussion, and creative expression.

In this small-group adventure, kindergarteners embark on a forest journey to learn short- and long-term goal mapping by making decisions and planning steps—building foundational life-planning skills. This Tier 2 lesson for a group takes 25 minutes and includes a narrative-driven lesson plan, interactive slides, a game, a worksheet, and a reflection activity.

A three-session Grade 1 group lesson on growth mindset. Students build awareness of fixed vs. growth mindset, practice positive self-talk, and apply strategies to challenges. 30-minute sessions foster perseverance and resilience.

A fun, whole-class starter lesson where 1st graders identify their unique strengths—"superpowers"—and learn why these special qualities matter in school and life. This 20-minute, single-session Tier 1 activity builds self-awareness, confidence, and a growth mindset.

In this small-group coaching series, 1st graders explore fun future dreams, identify personal values, and set simple next steps toward their goals. This lesson is important because it helps students build confidence, self-awareness, and early goal-setting skills in an engaging, age-appropriate way. Audience: 1st Grade Group, Tier 2, 1 session of 30 minutes.

An interactive lesson that introduces 1st graders to the idea of setting short- and long-term goals by imagining their own superhero journeys. This lesson helps build early self-management and planning skills through engaging activities, maps, and reflections. Audience: 1st Grade. Sessions: 1 session. Duration: 30 minutes.

Students will explore setting and planning short- and long-term goals through a space-themed game. 1st graders will learn why planning helps reach their dreams and practice mapping out steps to achieve them. (1 session, 35 minutes)

In this 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for kindergarten, students will co-create classroom routines that help everyone feel safe, included, and valued. Focusing on welcome rituals and community-building games, this lesson sparks connection and sets the tone for daily engagement.

In this playful 30-minute Pre-K lesson, students learn basic mindfulness through a fun bunny breathing activity, engaging story, and sensory exercises to calm their bodies and minds. This Tier 1 lesson helps young children develop self-regulation, awareness, and early social-emotional skills.

In this 25-minute lesson designed for 1st graders, students learn how to set simple personal goals and track their progress, fostering responsibility and self-regulation. Through guided activities, they’ll create, practice, and reflect on achievable goals, helping them gain confidence and a growth mindset.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson, 4th graders will develop better communication and teamwork skills through interactive activities that emphasize listening, clear expression, and collaboration. Building these skills helps students succeed academically and socially by learning to work together and share ideas effectively.