Rhythmic, Repetitive, and Relevant Life Skills Lessons

  1. Introduce the Life Skill
    Share the Powerful You theme and Powerful You character.

  2. Breathe and Stretch
    Help students release energy, regulate their bodies, and prepare to learn.

  3. Share the Story
    Read the relatable Powerful You story that brings the life skill to life.

  4. Practice Positive Self-Talk
    Invite students to stand tall and repeat the lesson’s empowering statement.

  5. Connect and Reflect
    Use the discussion or journaling prompts to help students relate the lesson to their own lives.

  6. Leave an SEL Footprint
    Display the classroom skill sign as a visual reminder.

  7. Make It Your Own
    Adapt the lesson to your students, setting, and counseling style.

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Each 20-minute lesson can be used for classroom guidance, small groups, individual counseling, mentoring, tutoring, or any setting where children are learning and growing.

Want everything together and ready to use?
Explore the Powerful You Elementary Kit for a complete collection of grab-and-go counseling, movement, and life-skill resources.

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Choose the age group you support to explore developmentally appropriate stories, life-skill lessons, movement activities, and supporting resources.

Primary: Grades K-1
Intermediate: Grades 2-6
Teens