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What is the Second Step program? n n It is a universal, classroom-based curriculum.

What is the Second Step program? n n It is a universal, classroom-based curriculum. It is based on research. It teaches students social and emotional skills to help them be successful in school. It can be used to support students as a tier II strategy and can inform tier III interventions.

Second Step program materials are teacher-friendly n n n Color photo-lesson cards Media: CDs

Second Step program materials are teacher-friendly n n n Color photo-lesson cards Media: CDs and DVDs Teaching resources online

Second Step lessons: n n n Have 20– 25 lessons per grade level. Main

Second Step lessons: n n n Have 20– 25 lessons per grade level. Main lesson is taught once a week, with daily follow-up activities. Vary in length from 20 minutes in Pre/K to 30 - 45 minutes 3 rd-5 th. Are taught sequentially by the classroom teacher and reinforced by the entire staff. Activities provided to integrate skills into different content/ academic areas

Unit cards contain: n Using Skills Every Day tips for reinforcing unit skills and

Unit cards contain: n Using Skills Every Day tips for reinforcing unit skills and concepts n Academic Integration Activities n Lesson overviews n Short summary of the research behind the unit

Skills for Learning The K– 5 Second Step Program features four Skills for Learning:

Skills for Learning The K– 5 Second Step Program features four Skills for Learning: n Focusing attention n Listening n Using self-talk n Being assertive

Empathy n n n Identifying and understanding feelings Respecting similarities and differences Showing care

Empathy n n n Identifying and understanding feelings Respecting similarities and differences Showing care and compassion

Emotion Management n n n We feelings in our bodies Calming down strong feelings

Emotion Management n n n We feelings in our bodies Calming down strong feelings Managing accusations, disappointment, anxious and hurt feelings Handling put downs Managing test anxiety Resisting revenge and avoiding jumping to conclusions

Problem Solving n n n n n Solving problems Playing fairly Taking responsibility Solving

Problem Solving n n n n n Solving problems Playing fairly Taking responsibility Solving classroom problems Solving peer exclusion problems Handling name calling Dealing with peer pressure Dealing with gossip Seeking help when you need it

Supports Tier I, II and II Student Second Step helps prevent a range of

Supports Tier I, II and II Student Second Step helps prevent a range of inappropriate behaviors and promotes social, emotional and academic success. n Second Step targets risk and protective factors n Protective: social skills and school connectedness n Risk: peer rejection, impulsivity, inappropriate classroom behavior (aggression, impulsivity), peer rewards for antisocial behavior n

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