Virginia Lenac

In this 30-minute kindergarten lesson, students learn to identify emotions, recognize how they feel in their bodies, and practice calming strategies. This Tier 1 lesson helps build emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, emphasizing that all feelings are valid and it’s our actions that matter.

In this 4-session mini-course, an individual student will learn to use respectful language when asked to stop an activity. Each 15-minute session includes warm-ups, discussions, activities, and worksheets to practice and reinforce positive communication skills, aiming for 4 out of 5 successful trials as documented by the counselor.

Calm Quest is an adventure-themed guided imagery lesson that transports 5th graders to a peaceful place and teaches visualization techniques for stress relief. This Tier 1 classroom session lasts 25 minutes and includes a structured outline, engaging visuals, a scripted journey, and a reflective drawing activity to reinforce the experience.

A 4-session Tier 3 counseling series for a 5th grader who struggles to advocate for help and becomes emotionally overwhelmed when work feels confusing. These 30-minute sessions will build self-advocacy skills, introduce coping strategies to manage frustration, and replace tears with confidence. Each session includes engaging activities, guided practice, and take-home tools.

A 4-session kindergarten unit empowering students to advocate for themselves when challenges arise, teaching them to use words instead of tears. Through playful activities and relatable scenarios, learners build self-advocacy skills and emotional resilience.

An individualized plan helping a 4th grader identify personal triggers and practice calming strategies; builds self-awareness and emotional regulation in 30-minute sessions. This Tier 3 lesson supports a single student to develop personalized coping skills for real-life emotional challenges.

In this 30-minute Kindergarten lesson, students will learn about personal space, the 'hands to ourselves' rule, and how to assertively communicate when someone enters their space. Developing these social-emotional skills early fosters respect and safety in the classroom

In this engaging 15-minute Tier 1 lesson, kindergarten students will learn what self-control means and discover fun strategies to manage their bodies, voices, and behavior towards others. This lesson uses interactive activities and visuals to build essential social-emotional skills and foster a calm classroom community.

In this 15-minute lesson designed for 2nd graders in a Tier 1 classroom, students with slower processing will learn how making responsible choices helps them stay on track and feel successful. Through engaging examples, guided practice, and reflections, they’ll understand why we make responsible choices and how to apply them in class.

In this one-session individual lesson, 3rd graders will become ‘Truth Detectives,’ learning why honesty matters and how to tell the truth even when situations are tough. This lesson supports slow processors with clear, scaffolded activities and encourages real-world application.

In this one-session lesson, students explore the importance of honesty and the personal benefits of telling the truth. This 15-minute Tier 3 lesson is tailored for a special education student with slow processing, focusing on individual support and real-life scenarios to practice honest communication.

In this 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for Kindergarten, students will learn about keeping hands to themselves and respecting personal space through engaging discussions, activities, and a fun game. This lesson builds social-emotional skills, helps children understand boundaries, and promotes empathy when others enter their personal space.

In this 20-minute, one-on-one 3rd-grade counseling session, students will learn to recognize negative thoughts and interrupt them using positive affirmations. This lesson builds self-awareness and emotional regulation skills essential for healthy self-esteem and resilience.

A 4-session individual intervention for a 5th grader to build skills in transitioning, following directions, and showing respect. Each 15-minute session uses engaging activities to practice self-awareness, problem-solving, and positive communication to reduce isolation and improve classroom participation.

In this 30-minute individual lesson, your kindergarten student will learn how and why to ask for a break using a simple signal and understanding self-regulation. This Tier 3 intervention equips the student with tools to recognize when they need a pause and communicate it effectively.

6-session individual intervention using money and political analogies to help a 4th grade autistic student understand and manage big emotions. Each 15-minute session leverages the student’s interests to introduce coping skills and reduce fight, flight, or freeze responses.

A four-session individual support unit designed for a 5th-grade female student to build self-advocacy skills in classroom and peer settings. Each 30-minute lesson focuses on understanding personal needs, assertive communication, and real-life practice to empower her voice and confidence.

12-week individual growth mindset lessons designed to help a 3rd grader identify personal strengths, reframe challenges, and build resilience. These 30-minute Tier 3 sessions focus on practical activities and reflection to nurture a positive mindset and boost self-awareness.

In this 15-minute individual counseling session, a 1st grader plays detective to uncover clues about their emotions, sharpening observation and verbalization skills—key for emotional awareness and regulation.

In this 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for 5th graders, students will learn and practice simple breathing techniques to self-regulate and reduce stress. This lesson equips students with lifelong coping skills, starting with a fun whole-class warm-up and individual practice activities.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 social skills lesson, 1st graders will explore respect, kindness, and what it means to be a good friend through engaging discussions, activities, and reflections. This lesson helps build a positive classroom community and equips students with essential interpersonal skills.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 1st graders, students will learn how meanness and jealousy can break friendships, practice setting boundaries, and use simple “I statements” to express feelings. This foundational social-emotional skill will help children build stronger, kinder relationships and navigate conflicts respectfully.

This one-on-one session helps a 1st grade student recognize personal triggers and develop tailored coping strategies, fostering emotional resilience. It’s a Tier 3 individual support session designed to last 15 minutes, including guided discussion, interactive slides, and reflection activities.

In this 30-minute individual counseling session, 4th graders will reflect on their school year experiences, celebrate achievements, and set positive intentions for summer and next year. This session helps build self-awareness and goal-setting skills while ending the year on an encouraging note.