Discounted Bundle: All 6 Units of Middle School Finding Flow Solutions

Bulk discount: get the complete curriculum line for middle school!

Finding Flow Solutions is designed to teach students HOW to learn and HOW to stay focused so they can push themselves through difficult tasks.

What’s included in each unit?

These lessons are designed to be no-prep or minimal prep. You don’t have to master any of these skills yourself before introducing them to students, as you’ll be learning alongside each other. Each unit has:

• A teacher’s guide (1 page per lesson): This tells you how to prepare and gives you the key ideas taught in the lesson.
• An editable slideshow presentation to guide you and your students through each lesson: Teaching the concepts and introducing activities to students is super simple: just follow the prompts on each slide in PowerPoint! Most units have 80-150 slides, all with professionally designed graphics. All video clips are embedded in the slides so you can play them offline and won’t have problems with website blockers. 
• An 8-15 page student self-reflection journal in both printable and typable formats: The length of the journal depends on the unit, but the format is designed to minimize printing and paper use with no filler, fluff, or half blank pages. You can also assign the journal to students in your LMS (such as Google Classroom) and keep everything digital.

Download Unit 1 for free now! If you think it’s a good fit for your students, get the other 5 units through this bundle at a discount.

This bundle consists of 6 units:

UNIT 1: Foundations of Flow

1. I can find my "flow state."
2. I can direct my focused attention.
3. I can problem solve when it’s hard to concentrate.
4. I can create habits that support energy and focus.
5. I can collect strategies to help me find flow.

UNIT 2: Neuroplasticity and Growth Mindset

1. I can learn anything, because I was born to learn.
2. I grow my neural pathways to make it easier to learn new things.
3. I can train my brain through practice.
4. I know how mistakes help my brain improve.
5. I take ownership of my mistakes and choose to learn from them.
6. I choose growth mindset thoughts when things are difficult.
7. I can rebound after setbacks.
8. I know how to set achievable goals for improvement.
9. I take charge of strengthening my brain.
10. I celebrate my own growth and progress.

UNIT 3: Metacognition & Perspective

1. I can think about my thinking.
2. I can be the watcher of my thoughts.
3. I can think on purpose.
4. I can examine/analyze thoughts to see if they’re true.
5. I can choose helpful self-talk and perspectives.
6. I can learn optimism and notice the positive.
7. I can practice intellectual humility.
8. I can respond to new information with curiosity.
9. I can think interdependently and notice connections.
10. I can use metacognition to give me confidence in my ideas.

UNIT 4: Self-Regulation and Self-Advocacy

1. I can assess my own ability to concentrate.
2. I can develop cognitive patience.
3. I can manage technology distractions.
4. I can manage the impulse to procrastinate.
5. I can create habits that support executive functioning.
6. I can strengthen my working memory.
7. I can monitor cognitive load and adjust my focus.
8. I know when to multi-task and when to single-task.
9. I can be flexible when plans and circumstances change.
10. I can expand my comfort zone and take responsible risks.

UNIT 5: Responsibility and Work Ethic

1. I take accountability for my words and actions.
2. I demonstrate integrity and trustworthiness.
3. I take initiative in starting tasks and solving problems.
4. I make sure my work is as accurate as possible.
5. I choose when to make sacrifices in order to meet my goals.
6. I make good choices about how to use my time.
7. I choose opportunities to go beyond what’s required.
8. I work toward excellence even when it’s tedious.
9. I advocate for myself to ensure I can be successful.
10. I have a work ethic I am proud of.

UNIT 6: Collaboration and Communication

1. I can listen for understanding.
2. I can appreciate different viewpoints and perspectives.
3. I can communicate my ideas clearly and precisely.
4. I can offer and receive pushback respectfully.
5. I know how to compromise fairly with others.
6. I know when it’s okay to disagree, and when to find consensus.
7. I am fair and inclusive during group work.
8. I can act as a mediator to help others work together.
9. I can be a team player and think about the good of the group.
10. I apply my teamwork skills to accomplish collective goals.

FAQ:

What subject areas is this for?
These units are designed to facilitate productivity and deepen student understanding in EVERYTHING they learn, both in school and outside of it. These habits of mind will support students in reading comprehension and writing, along with scientific and mathematical thinking. There are several opportunities in each unit to have students practice applying what they are learning about productivity to your usual curriculum and lessons.  

Can it be used outside the regular classroom setting? 
Yes! Any group setting will work: homeroom and study hall periods, before/after school programs, group tutoring, etc. 

Can students do these lessons entirely on their own?
No, there is guided instruction in every lesson that the teacher facilitates, and multiple opportunities for students to learn with a partner and group. A self-guided version for individual students (in the form of a journal) will be available in 2024. 

How many lessons are in each unit?
The first (free) unit, Foundations of Flow, has 5 lessons. All other units have 10 lessons.

How much class time do the lessons take up?
Most lessons take 15-20 minutes. The only exception are lessons that guide students to apply productivity practices to your curriculum, meaning students will be working on your usual activities, concepts, and skills during the implementation of the Finding Flow lessons. (You can see an example of how this works in Lesson 2 of the free unit, Foundations of Flow.) 

How do I pace the lessons with my students?
Any way that fits best into your curriculum! You can implement one lesson each day, one lesson each week, or 2-3 each week.