Karen Sullivan

This one-on-one coaching lesson helps a 9th-grade student learn to interpret facial expressions and body language to decode social contexts and respond appropriately. Through interactive activities and guided practice, the student builds essential social communication and pragmatics skills.

An interactive lesson that helps 3rd graders identify different sensory inputs and learn self-regulation techniques together. Builds awareness and vocabulary for managing emotions through engaging activities and reflection. Tier 1, 45-minute session.

A vibrant whole-class exploration of self-awareness where students identify and articulate emotions. Builds foundational SEL skills for empathy and communication. Audience: 4th Grade Class. Sessions: 1, Duration: 45 minutes.

A small-group toolkit for 7th graders to develop social awareness and relationship skills through navigating peer conflicts. This Tier 2, 3-session program includes structured strategies, role plays, and collaborative debriefs to build students’ confidence in resolving disputes and strengthening bonds.

In this 15-minute Tier 3 lesson for a 7th grade student, the learner will explore daily mood monitoring to recognize emotional patterns and build self-awareness. This individualized session helps the student anticipate and manage challenges by charting feelings and reflecting on trends, ultimately supporting behavioral regulation and emotional growth.

Small-group sessions designed to practice initiating and maintaining conversations, fostering peer support and skill-building for 6th grade students in special education. This single 30-minute Tier 2 Group lesson in Social Communication & Pragmatics equips students with practical prompts, activities, and facilitator scripts to boost confidence and peer interaction.

Designed for middle school students, this lesson uses storytelling and role-play to strengthen empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives. Students will engage in activities that explore emotions and scenarios from multiple angles, building their capacity for empathy.

In this 20-minute, one-on-one conference session, teachers and a 9th grade student engage in a restorative circle to address behavior, build trust, and co-create positive action plans. This Tier 3 individualized guide transforms standard conferences into empathetic dialogues, fostering reflection, accountability, and improved school climate.

A focused small-group session for 8th graders to strengthen executive function and sustain attention using fun brain breaks, breathing exercises, and goal-setting strategies. This Tier 2 intervention helps students build lasting focus skills for academic success in just one 30-minute session.

This is a 30-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop for 6th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills—empathy and cooperation. Students will engage in interactive activities to practice perspective-taking, collaborate on role-play challenges, and reflect on supportive peer interactions.