Shereen Barzey-Kinard

In this 4-session, Tier 1 mental wellness series, 8th graders will explore testing anxiety triggers, practice stress-management strategies, and learn to build healthy sleep schedules. Each 30-minute lesson is packed with interactive activities, discussions, worksheets, and games—designed to be engaging for all learners, including students with IEPs or on the autism spectrum.

This lesson will engage 8th-grade students in understanding the relationship between actions and their consequences through interactive activities and discussions. By exploring real-life scenarios and reflecting on personal experiences, students will develop critical thinking skills and learn to make informed decisions. This lesson is crucial for helping students recognize the impact of their choices and fostering responsible decision-making.

In this lesson, students will explore the fundamentals of budgeting through engaging activities and real-life scenarios. They will learn how to allocate funds wisely, understand the importance of saving, and make informed financial decisions. This lesson is crucial for developing financial literacy skills that will benefit students throughout their lives.

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th grade students effective anger management techniques. Through a combination of inquiry-based learning and trauma-informed teaching, students will explore the causes and effects of anger, and learn practical strategies to manage it. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential emotional regulation skills, helping them to handle challenging situations calmly and constructively.

This lesson aims to facilitate an attitude change among 5th-grade students through engaging activities. By using Inquiry-Based and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will explore different perspectives and reflect on their attitudes. This lesson is important as it encourages students to think critically about their beliefs and behaviors, promoting empathy and open-mindedness.

This lesson aims to enhance social interaction skills among 8th-grade autistic students through engaging activities. By incorporating game-based and project-based learning strategies, students will have the opportunity to practice and improve their communication and social skills in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for fostering peer relationships and building confidence in social settings.