Help students transform feelings of disgust into curiosity and kindness with engaging, standards-aligned lessons built around the beloved Disgusted Ninja story.

These printable lesson plans include SEL, STEM, writing, and comprehension activities that guide children through the C.U.R.E. strategy - Choose Curiosity, Understand Differences, Respect Others, and Express Kindly.

Perfect for classrooms, counseling groups, and homeschool environments, this resource helps kids explore emotional regulation, empathy, and respect in a fun, hands-on way.

What’s Included:

• Comprehension Questions (Before, During, After reading)

• C.U.R.E. Reflection Worksheets

• Flip Book Craft: “Gross? Let’s C.U.R.E. It!”

• STEM Activity: Curious About Smells sensory experiment

• Writing Prompts & Creative Exercises

• User Manual & Self-Awareness Activities

Aligned with:

• CASEL Competencies: Self-Management, Self-Awareness, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills

• ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors: M1, M2, M4, B-SMS 1, B-SMS 2, B-SMS 6, B-SMS 7, B-SMS 9, B-SS 4

Encourage students to replace “Eww!” with “Hmm…” and celebrate differences with curiosity and compassion.

📘 Best for Grades: PreK–5
🧠 Focus Skills: Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Social Awareness, Kind Communication

This is a 24 page high-resolution digital download pdf.

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Life is hard! It’s even harder for children who are just trying to figure things out.

The Ninja Life Hacks book series is:

• Geared to kids 4-10
• Perfect for boys & girls
• Early readers
• Grades K - 6th grade and up
• Excellent resource for counselors, parents, and teachers alike
  
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