Whole of Class Program

The KooLKIDs Whole of Class program is a 13 session school-based program organised around the four KOOL modules. It is designed to assist children aged 8 - 11 years to build skills to regulate their emotions, behaviour and learning. The KooLKIDS Whole of Class program supports children to develop a better sense of self-worth and self-awareness, understand how to manage their emotional wellbeing and develop prosocial behaviours.

Module 1: Know Yourself (Strengths)

Session 1

To recognise that we all have unique qualities and strengths.
To recognise and celebrate our strengths.
To learn to like ourselves and build self-esteem

Session 2

To understand that tuning into our thoughts and self-talk helps us know ourselves, our strengths and the areas we need to work on.
To recognize that positive and negative moments in our life shape us into who we are today.
To introduce the ABC model, a cognitive behavioural tool that helps students change the way they think and feel.

Session 3

To understand that when we have our needs met we can build on our strengths and develop a positive sense of self.
We all have needs for fun and freedom; love and belonging; and a sense of power and responsibility.
Knowing the right time and right place to meet our needs.

Module 2: Understanding Our needs and emotion (emotions)

Session 4

To introduce students to feelings and emotions that everyone experiences in their daily lives.
To understand that emotions are the end result of our self-talk.

Session 5

To gain a deeper understanding of negative emotions.
To understand the impact that thoughts and self-talk can have on feelings and behaviour.

Session 6

To learn and practice conflict resolution strategies.
To learn strategies to help us manage difficult emotions.

Module 3: Understanding Others' needs and emotions (empathy)

Session 7

To understand that empathy is the ability to understand how others might feel.

Session 8

To learn to recognize emotions in others and adjust personal actions to resolve situations.

Session 9

To remember the importance of putting ourselves in “other peoples' shoes”.
To recognize the role that negative thoughts play in negative outcomes.

Module 4: Live well with others

Session 10

To understand friendship building and friendship blocking behaviour.

Session 11

To learn the importance of social skills in order to live well with others.
To develop friendship skills.

Session 12

To learn that to be a team player is essential for building good relationships with others.

Session 13

Class review and celebration
To consolidate the knowledge and skills learnt over the last twelve weeks.