Megan Binder

Hands-on activities guiding a student to build a personalized toolkit of soothing strategies—turning them into their own calm architect. This Tier 3 individualized lesson supports a 5th grade student over one 25-minute session to create and assemble coping tools for emotional regulation.

In this 30-minute individualized session, students will explore the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by identifying how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. This lesson empowers an 8th grade student with autism to become a ‘CBT detective,’ equipping her with practical tools for self-regulation and emotional awareness.

In this engaging 30-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson, 8th graders will learn to detect subtle social cues and body language to boost their confidence in peer interactions. This targeted lesson in social communication and pragmatics provides guided practice, interactive activities, and reflection to help students become more aware social 'sleuths.'

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session for seven-grade students, we’ll introduce the essentials of group counseling, build connections, and establish group expectations. This lesson is crucial for fostering a safe, supportive environment where students learn self-advocacy and coping strategies, setting the stage for successful ongoing counseling.

This interactive 35-minute lesson for 5th graders explores why sleep matters and how to build healthy habits. Students will learn the science of sleep, read practical tips, create personalized sleep routine posters, and assess their understanding. Tier 1 classroom lesson under Health & Wellness.

In this 30-minute individual support session, 6th graders will learn to evaluate online friend requests, protect personal information, and make smart digital connections. This lesson equips students with essential internet-safety strategies to confidently navigate online friendships and avoid privacy risks.