T.E.A.M.
Tools for Emotional Awareness and Middos — is a comprehensive emotional resilience program for ages 4-8, presented through weekly interactive puppet shows.
Suitable for children of all levels of observance.
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children's lives transformed
You’ve tried everything.
Incentives, class discussions, SEL curriculums, and innovative ideas.
Unfortunately, the results last a few days at most.
You want to yell: "Do you remember our kindness discussion from yesterday? How quickly can you forget?"
You know your students need something more. And you wish you could give it to them.
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With Project TEAM, you can.
Join TEAM and gain the tools to create your dream classroom environment. With your support, your students will overcome barriers you once thought impossible and become the cheerleaders who encourage their peers to do the same.
TEAM’s 5-Step Power Plan empowers students to transform their own behavior with you as their guide.
Build social and emotional skills for life
Instill Jewish pride and love for Hashem
Teach and reinforce proper middos
Empower parents to cultivate resilience
You have no idea what an incredible tool you are going to have. We are one of the original pilot schools and we are still thrilled with the results. It is a huge draw to our preschool, and teachers and parents both love it. A huge shout-out and thank you to Sima for her constant support and help along the way!
Chana Heidingsfeld
Preschool Director, Chabad Torah Tots, Winnipeg
These are lessons that every human would be better off having in practice. How much better to be able to show and teach the children when they’re young to develop healthy habits vs. undoing unhealthy ones and having to reteach. And what’s beautiful about it is that it spills over to the families too
Etel Hurwitz
Teacher, Gan Chamesh, Five Towns
Tired of spending so much time on conflict resolution and problem solving?
Your students are too.
They would be kind, thoughtful, and considerate if they knew how.
Left to their own devices, they often absorb negative values and adopt behaviors that are hard to unlearn.
TEAM Tools offer a clear, engaging plan for teaching social skills and developing positive character traits.
Give your students the gift of emotional intelligence and grit.
Take your students from this to this
…from impulsive…
…from rigid…
…from melting down…
…from helpless…
… to problem-solving
… to flexible
… to self-regulated
… to empowered
No more nagging students to act with kindness.
Instead, you'll spend all your time celebrating their victories.
Designed by a veteran educator for K-2 classrooms, TEAM quips students with the tools they need to succeed — in school, at home, and beyond.
Give your students valuable skills for life!
Celebrate empathy, compassion, and self-regulation. Cultivate emotional awareness and personal growth into the fabric of your school.
Join schools worldwide in transforming students' lives and gifting your students with tools they will benefit from forever.
Here’s how:
Designate a TEAM Leader
Choose a staff member who is passionate about emotional wellness to serve as your school’s TEAM Leader.
Staff training
TEAM provides training for one TEAM Leader and all staff of TEAM classrooms.
Puppet power
The TEAM Leader will present weekly puppet shows, customize handouts, and watch as your school becomes a warm, safe, and supportive community.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much class time does the program take?The program is implemented through a weekly puppet show that lasts 30-40 minutes. We recommend the show take place on a specific day of the week, in a social hall where each class gets a turn to visit. The show will be a special highlight of the week. The classroom teachers reinforce the lessons learned at the puppet show throughout the week. This will not take extra time away from class.
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What is a TEAM Leader?Your school’s designated TEAM Leader is the teacher or staff member who presents the weekly puppet shows and oversees the entire program. She’s the face of Project TEAM in your school, so she needs to have the ability and availability to run it.
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Do I need a designated TEAM Leader before purchasing Project TEAM?Yes. For best results, we highly recommend having one designated TEAM Leader for all TEAM classrooms. TEAM will train your designated leader and provide ongoing support.
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How does TEAM compare to other SEL programs?This program stands out by not only fostering emotional awareness in students but also actively encouraging behavioral change. In addition, Project TEAM focuses on building identity and purpose—the foundation of motivation. We believe that mindset is crucial and equip teachers to recognize and nurture each child's unlimited potential. Our 5-step formula is seamlessly integrated into every puppet show and taught during calm, receptive moments, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed. Additionally, we engage parents through newsletters and victory notes, creating a unified support system that strengthens children's growth.
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What is the staff training offered?Training is required for the TEAM Leader, school Director and all educators of TEAM classrooms. As part of the program, training for the first year is included for free. Every teacher of TEAM classrooms will join a live training before the year start that teaches them their role in the program. TEAM Leaders will join one training before the year's start and are provided with ongoing what's app support throughout the year.