Second Step® Elementary classroom kits help create focused, predictable classrooms where students feel safe, focused, and ready to learn—strengthening behavior and relationships during daily instructional time.
Lesson 15: Handling Put-Downs
In this lesson, students learn how to handle put-downs by using calming-down strategies, controlling their emotions, and responding in assertive, respectful ways instead of escalating conflict.
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Kindergarten, Lesson 2: Focusing Attention
In this lesson, students learn how to focus their attention by using their eyes, ears, and brain and practice strategies like self-talk to ignore distractions and stay engaged.
Grade 1, Lesson 11: Showing Care and Concern
In this lesson, students learn how to show care and concern by demonstrating compassion through listening, saying kind words, and offering help to others.
Grade 2, Lesson 17: Solving Problems, Part 1
In this lesson, students learn the first step of problem-solving, saying the problem without blame, and how calming down helps them think clearly and resolve conflicts respectfully.
Grade 3, Lesson 8: Accepting Differences
In this lesson, students learn to accept and appreciate differences by using empathy to understand others’ perspectives and respond respectfully.
Grade 5, Lesson 21: Dealing with Peer Pressure
In this lesson, students learn how to resist peer pressure by using problem-solving and assertiveness skills to say no and make safe, respectful choices.
