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NO-PREP ADVISORY LESSONS!
*15-25 minutes
*Google Slides (editable)
*Just click and follow instructions
*Participate with the students
*Build relationships and belonging
Diverse Topics
*Cultural representation
*Seasonal lessons
*International observances
*Pop culture
*Current events
*Mindfulness
*Self-care
*Communication
*Play
*More!
Diverse Strategies
*Discussion (FFAF: Facts, Feelings, Affiliations Framework)
*Transitions
*Warm & Inclusive Welcome
*Intentional Closure
*Experiential
*Collaborative
*And others
Embedded SEL skills: SELF-AWARENESS, IDENTITY, SELF-MANAGEMENT, AGENCY, SOCIAL-AWARENESS, BELONGING, RELATIONSHIPS, COLLABORATIVE-PROBLEM-SOLVING, RESPONSIBLE-DECISION-MAKING, and CURIOSITY
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20 NO-PREP Advisory Lessons (+4 Bonus!)
This includes Google Slides (editable) with 20 mini-lessons and extra teaching strategies for high school Advisory. Teachers may choose the order and/or edit any lessons to fit your classroom. All lessons are designed for remote or in-person learning. Focus on gratitude, mindfulness, identity, and belonging. No prep15-20 minute lessons7th-12th gradeembedded SELstrategies to use in content areasin-person or remote formatsgreat starter kit
7th - 12th
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Pong Hau K'i: Chinese Game for Advisory
Learn this traditional Chinese game in middle school or high school advisory. Great all year, and also in May for AANHPI Heritage Month! Students compete in pairs and move their game pieces on the game board to block the other. This lesson includes: instructionssong links of 3 varying linksprintable awardclick-and-teach plans
6th - 12th
AAPI History, Asian Studies, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: May Advisory Bundle: 19 Lessons
FACTS DISCUSSION PRACTICE: August, Women's Equality Day
PRACTICE discussion just THE FACTS. Watch 2 short videos and students identify THE FACTS. This video is great for any day, but is specifically curated for August 26 and Women's Equality Day. After collecting facts, students will be invited to choose which facts spark their feelings. End with a reflection on the class discussion and keep practicing!
6th - 12th
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning, U.S. History
Also included in: AUGUST ADVISORY BUNDLE
End-Of-Year Team Bingo
End the year with a BINGO game of well-being with your Advisory or other class. Teamwork starts as the whole class chooses a bingo line - diagonal, vertical, horizontal - that EVERY STUDENT can complete successfully. Once a BINGO line is achieved, print certificates for the class and/or students.
6th - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Gawi Bawi Bo: Advisory AAPI Activity
Great for high school or middle school Advisory any time, including May: AAPI Month. Learn about and play this Korean game, similar to Rock Paper Scissors. Video instructionsPractice timePlay time2 forms of competition Winner certificate Not only does this lesson provide an active learning experience about a tiny piece of Korean culture, but students also practice and develop their own SEL skills in: Social awarenessSelf managementBelongingAgencySound decisionsCuriosityRelationship skills
2nd - 12th
AAPI History, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: May Advisory Bundle: 19 Lessons
FACTS. FEELINGS. AFFILIATIONS. Discussion Framework for Advisory or Any Class
Discuss a video or text focusing on the FACTS, FEELINGS, & AFFILIATIONS to others. Use this to help students use dialogue in a safe and authentic way while still reaching for analysis, evaluation, and synthesis. A TRIO of lessons introduce this discussion framework: 1. FACTS2. FEELINGS3. AFFILIATIONSUse this framework for any ADVISORY discussion. Each lesson has 4 rounds of practice using only one label: FACTS, FEELINGS, or AFFILIATIONS. Topics for these practice lessons vary and come from p
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Also included in: October Advisory Bundle (high school & middle school SEL)
An Asian American Old West: No-Prep Advisory Lesson
Introduce the Chinese rail workers of the Old West, who are often left out of history texts, to your Advisory class. This can be a lesson to introduce new knowledge and is easy to differentiate to include higher levels of thinking with rich conversation and comparisons. Students collaborate and predict facts that to be found in an article from Yes! Magazine, "Uncovering the Asian American Old West". Choose to project it all or print the article and trivia worksheet.
6th - 12th
Informational Text, Social Emotional Learning, U.S. History
Also included in: May Advisory Bundle: 19 Lessons
AAPI Advice from Celebs: Advisory Discussion Strategy
Great for an Advisory or an added activity in another class. Practice classroom discussion with this no-prep lesson and framework: FACTS, FEELINGS, AFFILIATIONS. This lesson uses a warm-up prompt and engaging video to present life-advice from five Asian American celebrities. Students practice their speaking and listening skills while advancing their own social- (and sometimes self-) awareness.
6th - 12th
Character Education, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
FEELIN' It - Discussion Framework, part 2 of 3: Advisory & Class
Discuss a video or text focusing on the FEELINGS. Do you agree or disagree? Why? How are you affected by the speaker? The topic? How do you feel? Can be Part 2 of a TRIO of lessons to introduce a discussion framework: 1. FACTS2. FEELINGS3. AFFILIATIONSUse this framework for any ADVISORY discussion. This lesson has 4 rounds of practice using only the FEELINGS round of discussion prompts. Bundle with FACTS and AFFILIATIONS for a set of lessons to get Advisory discussions rolling with curios
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Also included in: SEPTEMBER ADVISORY BUNDLE
Just the FACTS - Discussion Framework, part 1 of 3: Advisory & Class
Discuss a video or text just for the FACTS. Find the facts shared and separate those from any emotions, feelings, or other connections. Can be Part 1 of a TRIO of lessons to introduce a discussion framework:1. FACTS2. FEELINGS3. AFFILIATIONSUse this framework for any ADVISORY discussion. This lesson has 4 rounds of practice using only the FACTS round of discussion prompts. Bundle with FEELINGS and AFFILIATIONS for a set of lessons to get Advisory discussions rolling with curiosity and kin
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Also included in: AUGUST ADVISORY BUNDLE
Ups & Downs: A Year in a Line Advisory Lesson
End of year activity for high school and middle school advisory students. Students sum up the events in their year in a line, reflecting the negative and positive. There are no wrong answers and the opportunity to share allows for a greater understanding of commonalities and varied experiences. Extension: Students recreate the same line with a pipe cleaner or wire. This activity encourages self reflection and students often realize they've experienced challenges and celebrations. Self refl
6th - 12th
Character Education, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
ANY AFFILIATIONS? - Discussion Framework, part 3 of 3: Advisory & Class
Discuss a video or text focusing on the AFFILIATIONS with other people, places, and ideas. Why does the topic matter and to whom? Can be Part 3 of a TRIO of lessons to introduce a discussion framework: 1. FACTS2. FEELINGS3. AFFILIATIONSUse this framework for any ADVISORY discussion. This lesson has 4 rounds of practice using only the AFFILIATIONS round of discussion prompts. Bundle with FACTS and FEELINGS for a set of lessons to get Advisory discussions rolling with curiosity and kindne
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Git' 'Er Done! HOW-TO do TO-DO LISTS: Advisory Lesson
Students need time and instructions about how to organize themselves at the end of a grading period. This is important for their grades, learning, and emotional health. This ADVISORY LESSON:No-prepTeaches organization/executive functioning skills (7 strategies)Differentiated (we don't all do it the same)Sanctioned time Invitation for extra support needs - Discover who needs help.Practice self-management
6th - 12th
Character Education, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: March Advisory Lessons Bundle: 16 Lessons
End of Year Gratitude Dice Game: Advisory Activity
Gratitude Dice Game!End-of-Year or use it year-round!You provide dice (2 per group)ConversationSelf reflectionRelationshipsBelonging2 Versions -- Regular or Speed RoundsStart in small groups and build up to a whole class. Great for a reflection or a re-set.
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Jewish American Actors: Advisory Team Crossword & Discussion
Start with a team crossword (printable or projectable) and see if the class notices the theme. Don't mention it yet...but, May is Jewish American Heritage Month. After the fun warm-up activity, watch the short reel about how some teens celebrate their heritage. Students learn about society -- as some are empowered as they are represented in the content. Let their voices lead. No prep (unless you want to print)Google Slide lessonCulturally representativeDialogueEngaging
7th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), Religion, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: May Advisory Bundle: 19 Lessons
Asian Pacific American Content Creators - Advisory: identity & belonging
This is a discussion strategy to use with a video link to an NBC News video about content creators and balancing their identities - Asian & American. Youth speak about their fears and celebrations, triumphs and hurdles. The goal is to get students to discuss the content and the author (or speaker) in three rounds, that use different TSEL skills. What are the FACTS?How does it make you FEEL?Who and what is AFFILIATED with it? BEST PRACTICE is to participate along with the students, as a learne
6th - 12th
AAPI History, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Advisory Bingo! Card
Use these Google Slides to get to know your Advisory or class. Students choose a font and color that represents them then paste it in each square that is true for them. 3 formats: editable, printable, digital. A great conversation starter and way to discover common ground.
7th - 12th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Graphic Organizer: Facts. Feelings. Affiliations. (discussion framework)
Use this graphic organizer to help students prepare for discussion that uses a strategy for any topic or source. Great for secondary dialogue and advisory conversations. Teacher Prep: None! Suggested Method:StarterView Source (video, text, image, etc.)3 rounds of discussion: Facts, Feelings, AffiliationsReflection & Discussion RatingExtension(s):Start with small groups and slowly build into larger groups as the class gets a greater strength of community. Use a random group generator, found e
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
Listening Agreement for Class Discussion
Have students agree to practice LISTENING TO UNDERSTAND rather than listening to respond. Work this into regular class practices in order to develop regulated discussion and dialogue skills that can propel learning and strengthen society.
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
The Year in Tic Tac Toe: an Advisory activity
Use this end of year activity with Advisory (or any other class). After students reflect on their own experiences, they choose a tic tac toe line to share with a partner, small group, or whole class.
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
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NO-PREP ADVISORY LESSONS!
*15-25 minutes
*Google Slides (editable)
*Just click and follow instructions
*Participate with the students
*Build relationships and belonging
Diverse Topics
*Cultural representation
*Seasonal lessons
*International observances
*Pop culture
*Current events
*Mindfulness
*Self-care
*Communication
*Play
*More!
Diverse Strategies
*Discussion (FFAF: Facts, Feelings, Affiliations Framework)
*Transitions
*Warm & Inclusive Welcome
*Intentional Closure
*Experiential
*Collaborative
*And others
Embedded SEL skills: SELF-AWARENESS, IDENTITY, SELF-MANAGEMENT, AGENCY, SOCIAL-AWARENESS, BELONGING, RELATIONSHIPS, COLLABORATIVE-PROBLEM-SOLVING, RESPONSIBLE-DECISION-MAKING, and CURIOSITY
Teaching style
experiential, Socratic, holistic, student-centered, inquiry-based, trauma-informed, culturally-responsive, diverse, project-based
Awards & shining teacher moments
CASEL Fellow
PhD - Transformative Studies, focus on SEL
TSEL Framework & Standards Advisory Group (Oregon)'
Co-Founder North Coast Inclusion Seminar: advancing equity in education
My own education history
Bachelors in Theater Arts
Masters of Arts in Teaching (secondary)
PhD in Transformative Studies, focus on SEL
Additional biographical information
looks at the systems and challenges the oppressors
believes TSEL provides common values for humanity
knows education is the base for launching lifelong learners
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