30-Minute Groups: Grief - Makenzie Perkins

n Loss is a universal experience that can profoundly impact a child's development and life experiences. The 30-Minute Groups: Grief curriculum offers a compassionate and structured approach to help young learners process their grief and build resilience. n nA Safe Space for Healing Through Lossn n This comprehensive curriculum provides a safe and supportive environment for students to explore their emotions, share their stories, and connect with others who understand. Through engaging activities and thoughtful discussions, children will learn valuable coping strategies and better understand their grief journey. n nKey Features and Benefits: n n- Engaging Activities: Various interactive activities make working through grief roadblocks impactful and meaningful. n- Practical Tools: Students will learn practical coping strategies, such as mindfulness and self-care practices. n- Emotional Support: The curriculum fosters a supportive group environment where children feel safe to express their feelings and receive validation. n- Flexible Design: The curriculum is adaptable to different group sizes and settings, making it easy to implement in various educational contexts. n- ASCA(R)-Aligned: The lessons align with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA(R)) standards, ensuring that the curriculum addresses important social-emotional learning goals. n n nWhat's Inside: n n- 10 Comprehensive Lessons: Each lesson includes clear objectives, engaging activities, discussion prompts, and reflection questions. n- Permission and Completion Letters to send to caregivers n- Attendance Logs n- Pre- and Post-Surveys to measure the success of the programming n- Results Template to share with interested parties n n nTopics Include: n n- Understanding Loss and Grief n- Expressing Emotions Healthily n- Coping with Difficult Feelings n- Building Resilience n- Honoring Memories n- Finding Hope and Healing n n n The 30-Minute Groups: Grief curriculum empowers students to navigate their loss with greater understanding, resilience, and hope by providing a structured and supportive approach to grief. n