Lowell Public Schools
Massachusetts
Pre-K
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Counselor
Special Education Teacher
Social Worker
All Lessons
In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 4th graders will learn strategies for maintaining conversations with their peers, including asking follow-up questions and adding comments. This lesson supports social communication for all students, especially those with autism, and builds lasting friendship skills.
In this engaging 30-minute Pre-K lesson, children will learn how using kind words helps friendships bloom and makes everyone feel happy. Through songs, stories, and hands-on activities, students will practice speaking kindly and celebrating each other’s words. Perfect for whole-class Tier 1 support.
In this interactive 30-minute lesson, first graders with autism will learn the importance of keeping hands to themselves through stories, visuals, and practice. This Tier 2 support session uses group activities and social stories to build self-awareness and respectful touch skills.
This 4-session, Tier 2 group lesson helps 3rd–4th graders learn strategies for handling “no” and smoothly transitioning from preferred to non-preferred tasks. Each 30-minute session uses visuals and social stories to build emotional regulation and flexibility.
A four-session small-group program for fifth graders to explore and overcome worries about peer opinions. Through engaging discussions, interactive games, activities, and scripted guidance, students will build confidence, learn coping strategies, and develop a positive self-image. Each 30-minute session includes visual supports to meet diverse needs.
In this 30-minute group lesson, 4th grade students will explore the upcoming transition to middle school, discuss challenges and strategies for success, and build confidence. This lesson helps students voice their concerns, practice problem-solving, and form peer support before the next school year.
In this 30-minute Tier 2 lesson for 1st graders, students will learn strategies for being patient with their friends through interactive games and role-play. This skill helps build stronger friendships and a caring classroom community.
In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson, 7th graders will explore key academic and social-emotional skills for a successful transition to 8th grade. Through structured discussion, reflection, and goal-setting activities, students will gain confidence, clarity, and a personalized action plan to thrive next year.
In this single 30-minute Tier 2 group support lesson, 5th graders will explore strategies to smoothly transition into a new grade by identifying challenges, setting personal goals, and building confidence. This lesson empowers students with self-awareness and action plans to ease anxiety, foster a growth mindset, and create peer support for a successful start.
This Tier 2 session guides a small group of 5th graders through reflecting on their experiences, managing anxieties, and setting goals for their new grade. In a focused 30-minute lesson, students build confidence and practical strategies for a smooth transition into 5th grade.
In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson for 5th grade girls, students will explore what it means to be kind to others, practice real-life scenarios, and reflect on the impact of kindness in their community. This lesson supports social-emotional growth, fosters inclusive behavior, and includes IEP-friendly strategies.
In this 30-minute Tier 2 social-emotional learning session for 2nd graders, students will learn to cope with the disappointment of losing a game by identifying their feelings, practicing sportsmanship, and using positive self-talk and reflection. This lesson helps build resilience and teamwork skills through discussion, role-play, and reflection.