🌱 HUMAN SKILLS FOUNDATIONS · AGES 7-9

Foundations for a Future-Ready Child

At ages 7-9, children form the habits, values, and mindsets that shape who they become. This complete program builds real-world competencies across all 7 core life skill areas through engaging, age-appropriate lessons designed by expert educators.

7

Units

21

Lessons

21

Hours

7

Certificates

$159

$7/hour — less than a single tutoring session

12-month access · Self-paced · All 7 units

🛡️ 14-day full refund if it’s not right for your child

21 hours of guided learning ($7/hr)

Real-world scenarios & activities

Reflective prompts & journals

Quizzes + life skills reports

7 certificates of completion

Works on laptop, tablet, or phone

7 units included — click any to jump to details

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The Self-Starter

Good Habits

Healthy Hobbies

Chores

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The Peacemaker

Being Positive

People & Feelings

Helping Hearts

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The Athlete

Good Food Bad Food

Fruits & Veggies

Moving Feels Good!

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The Voice

Say It Don’t Shout It

Show What You Mean

Speak & Listen

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The Groundbreaker

2D and 3D

What’s Your Perspective

My Dream House

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The Financier

Needs Wants & Whys

Where Does Money Come From?

Saving for Something Special

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The Tech Wizard

Screen Time Smarts

My Online Footprint

Meet Your AI Helper

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What a UNIT Looks Like

🧭 The Financier – Preview

Interactive scenarios · Reflective prompts · Comprehension quiz

Your child works through each section at their own pace

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The Self-Starter

Independent Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Self-Starter Unit helps learners ages 7-9 take their first steps toward independence. As children begin to understand themselves and their responsibilities in new ways, this unit supports them in developing routines, self-care habits, and emotional awareness. It encourages confident participation at home, in school, and in everyday life.

What’s Inside This Unit

This unit helps learners build healthy routines, develop emotional awareness, and take on small responsibilities with care. Through fun and age-appropriate activities, students practice naming their feelings, making good choices, and helping out in meaningful ways. These early habits build the foundation for lifelong confidence, self-regulation, and a sense of ownership over their actions.

What Your Learner Gains

Builds routines and takes responsibility in ways that make daily life smoother at home and school

Gains confidence by trying new habits, hobbies, and responsibilities on their own

Learns to notice their choices, reflect on what works, and build habits that support well-being

Develops independence and pride in what they can do without being asked

Lesson 1

Good Habits

The habits we build shape the days we have.

Students explore how small daily choices can lead to smoother mornings, better focus, and greater independence. Through interactive scenarios, they practice building routines that stick.

1 hour

Lesson 2

Healthy Hobbies

The hobbies we choose help us grow in lasting ways.

Students explore how fun, meaningful activities can support joy, focus, and everyday well-being. They discover interests that build independence and a sense of achievement.

1 hour

Lesson 3

Chores

The way we help out at home teaches us how to care for others.

Students explore how simple responsibilities can build teamwork, independence, and a smoother home life. They learn that contributing matters and feels good.

1 hour

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The Peacemaker

Empathy Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Peacemaker Unit helps learners ages 7-9 recognise emotions in themselves and others, build emotional awareness, and treat people with kindness and care in every interaction. Children learn that understanding feelings is the first step to strong relationships and a positive life.

What’s Inside This Unit

Through relatable stories and guided activities, students explore what emotions look like, how they affect behaviour, and how to respond with empathy. They practice positivity, learn to recognise feelings in others, and discover the power of helping. These are the building blocks of emotional intelligence.

What Your Learner Gains

Identifies and names their own emotions and recognises feelings in others

Practices positivity and understands how attitude affects those around them

Develops compassion through age-appropriate acts of kindness and helping

Builds the foundation for conflict resolution through emotional awareness

Lesson 1

Being Positive

A positive mindset shapes how we experience the world.

Learn how a positive outlook shapes experiences, relationships, and how others respond starting with small daily choices that create ripple effects.

1 hour

Lesson 2

People and Feelings

Every person carries feelings worth understanding.

Explore how to recognise emotions in yourself and others. Learn why understanding feelings is the key to getting along and building trust.

1 hour

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Lesson 3

Helping Hearts

Kindness is a skill that grows with practice.

Discover the power of helping others through real-world examples. Learn how giving back strengthens communities and makes everyone feel better including you.

1 hour

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The Athlete

Healthy Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Athlete Unit helps learners ages 7-9 explore how food, movement, and rest support their bodies developing routines that lead to lifelong well-being. Children learn that taking care of their body is the foundation for everything else they want to do.

What’s Inside This Unit

Students learn to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy foods, discover why fruits and vegetables matter for energy and focus, and explore how movement improves mood and sleep. Each lesson builds simple daily habits that support physical and mental health.

What Your Learner Gains

Distinguishes between foods that fuel the body and foods that slow it down

Understands why balanced meals matter for energy, focus, and growth

Discovers how exercise improves mood, sleep, and overall confidence

Builds simple daily routines that support physical and mental well-being

Lesson 1

Good Food, Bad Food

What we eat shapes how we feel, think, and grow.

Learn to tell the difference between foods that help your body grow strong and foods that slow you down through fun, real-world examples kids connect with.

1 hour

Lesson 2

Fruits and Veggies

Nature’s fuel comes in every colour.

Explore the colourful world of fruits and vegetables why they matter, how they work, and how to make healthy eating an adventure, not a chore.

1 hour

Lesson 3

Moving Feels Good!

Your body was made to move and it loves every minute.

Discover how running, playing, dancing, and moving your body makes you feel happier, sleep better, and think more clearly every single day.

1 hour

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The Voice

Communicative Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Voice Unit helps learners ages 7-9 express themselves with confidence, listen with care, and build strong relationships through respectful words and actions. Children learn that how you say something matters as much as what you say and that listening is just as powerful as speaking.

What’s Inside This Unit

Through role-play, real-life scenarios, and creative activities, students practice expressing thoughts calmly, reading body language, and working as part of a team. They build communication skills that strengthen every relationship in their life.

What Your Learner Gains

Expresses thoughts and feelings clearly without shouting or shutting down

Uses body language, tone, and expressions to communicate effectively

Practices active listening hearing what others mean, not just their words

Works as part of a team by speaking and listening with equal respect

Lesson 1

Say It, Don't Shout It

How you say it matters as much as what you say.

Learn to express what you need calmly and clearly — even when you’re frustrated, excited, or nervous. Practice the art of being heard without raising your voice.

1 hour

Lesson 2

Show What You Mean

Words tell half the story — your body tells the rest.

Discover how body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice say more than words — and how to use them intentionally to connect with others.

1 hour

Lesson 3

Speak and Listen Like a Team

Great teams are built on great conversations.

Practice the art of taking turns, listening to understand (not just to reply), and working together through conversation. The foundation of teamwork starts here.

1 hour

All 7 units, 21 lessons, 21 hours of learning one price.

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The Groundbreaker

Innovative Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Groundbreaker Unit helps learners ages 7-9 explore shapes, spaces, and visual storytelling bringing ideas to life through hands-on creation. Children learn that creativity isn’t about being ‘artistic’ it’s about seeing the world differently and solving problems in new ways.

What’s Inside This Unit

Students explore 2D and 3D shapes in everyday life, discover how perspective changes what we see, and design their dream house using imagination and spatial thinking. Each lesson builds creative confidence through doing, not just watching.

What Your Learner Gains

Understands shapes in 2D and 3D and spots them everywhere in daily life

Explores perspective how the same thing looks different from different viewpoints

Designs creative projects using imagination and spatial thinking

Builds confidence in expressing ideas visually, not just verbally

Lesson 1

2D and 3D

The world is built from shapes can you find them?

Explore the world of flat and solid shapes. Learn to spot them everywhere from buildings to nature to the objects on your desk and understand how they work together.

1 hour

Lesson 2

What's Your Perspective

Where you stand changes what you see.

Discover how the same object looks completely different depending on where you stand and why that matters for creativity, empathy, and problem-solving.

1 hour

Lesson 3

My Dream House

Every great building started as someone’s imagination.

Design your dream home from the ground up applying everything you’ve learned about shapes, space, and creative thinking in a hands-on project you’ll love.

1 hour

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The Financier

Money Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Financier Unit helps learners ages 7-9 understand needs and wants, explore how money works, and build simple saving habits through real-life, goal-based activities. Children learn that money is a tool and knowing how to use it wisely is a skill that starts now.

What’s Inside This Unit

Students practice telling the difference between needs and wants, explore where money comes from and how people earn it, and set their first saving goal with a plan to reach it. They build the habit of thinking before spending a skill most adults wish they’d learned earlier.

What Your Learner Gains

Tells the difference between needs and wants and makes thoughtful choices

Understands where money comes from and how people earn it

Sets a simple saving goal and makes a plan to reach it

Builds the habit of thinking before spending at any age

Lesson 1

Needs, Wants, and Whys

Every choice starts with knowing what truly matters.

Learn to tell the difference between things you need and things you want and practice making smart choices with limited resources through fun, real-world activities.

1 hour

Lesson 2

Where Does Money Come From?

Money doesn’t grow on trees but where does it come from?

Explore how people earn money, why different jobs pay differently, and how your skills and effort connect to future earning potential. Real-world economics for kids.

1 hour

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Lesson 3

Saving for Something Special

The best things in life are worth saving for.

Set a real saving goal, make a simple plan, and learn the patience and discipline that comes from working toward something you truly want. Your first financial win.

1 hour

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The Tech Wizard

Technology Life Skills

3 lessons · 3 hours

The Tech Wizard Unit helps learners ages 7-9 build safe screen habits, explore how everyday AI works, and make smart digital choices in a connected world. Children learn that technology is powerful and using it wisely is one of the most important skills of their generation.

What’s Inside This Unit

Students learn to set healthy boundaries with screens, understand what a digital footprint is and how online actions leave a trail, and meet AI in age-appropriate ways. They build the foundation for responsible, confident, and safe technology use.

What Your Learner Gains

Sets healthy boundaries with screens and understands why balance matters

Understands digital footprints and how online actions leave a permanent trail

Meets AI in age-appropriate ways  what it is, how it helps, where to be careful

Makes safe, smart choices when using devices, apps, and the internet

Lesson 1

Screen Time Smarts

Screens are tools learn to use them, not be used by them.

Learn to balance screen time with real-world activities. Understand why too much screen time affects mood, sleep, and focus and build habits that keep you in control.

1 hour

Lesson 2

My Online Footprint

Everything you do online leaves a trace.

Discover that every click, post, and message leaves a digital trail. Learn to make choices online that you’ll be proud of — even years from now.

1 hour

Lesson 3

Meet Your AI Helper

AI is already part of your world  time to understand it.

Explore how artificial intelligence shows up in everyday life from voice assistants to recommendations and learn to use it safely, smartly, and with curiosity.

1 hour

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Before you enroll

Can my child do this alone, or do I need to sit with them?+

Each lesson includes a virtual guide who explains activities and keeps learners on track. Children can work independently. Parents are welcome to join but it’s not required.

What device does my child need?+

Lessons work on any laptop, tablet, or phone with a web browser. We recommend a tablet or laptop for the best experience, but everything is fully accessible on mobile.

What if we don't finish within 12 months?+

You have 12 months of access from the date of enrollment. Most families complete the program in 7-10 weeks at one lesson per week. If you need more time, contact us and we’ll work with you.

What's your refund policy?+

Full refund within 14 days of purchase if the program isn’t right for your child. No questions asked. Email courses@shiminly.com.

How do I track my child's progress?+

Each unit includes comprehension quizzes and a life skills report showing your child's growth. You'll receive a certificate of completion for each unit finished.

Give your child every advantage

All 7 units. 21 lessons. 21 hours of guided learning. Complete life skills foundation for ages 7-9.

$159

$7/hr — less than tutoring

12-month access · Self-paced · 7 certificates · 14-day refund guarantee

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Melissa

US
With a distinguished career in coaching and learning development spanning over two decades, Melissa brings a wealth of experience to nurture personal and professional growth. Specializing in creating inclusive and dynamic environments, Melissa provides tools and techniques for ultimate success, guiding teachers to leverage strengths and proactively address blind spots, fostering innovation, developing effective learning strategies and promoting continuous development for individuals and teams.

 
Melissa tailors impactful learning experiences that drive personal and professional growth, ensuring support for aspiring professionals. Devoted to inspiring individuals to embrace lifelong learning and become strategic leaders, she is on a mission to create thriving environments through education, development, and personal empowerment.

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10 Modules – 60 minutes each

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Masters Course

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International Scholar Preparation
Undergraduates Course

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Duration:

20 lessons – 60 minutes each

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Grades K-12

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Method of Delivery:

Virtual and On-Demand

Virtual Lesson Dates:

Flexible – Based on Class Schedules

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Alfoncina

UK

Alfoncina is a recent graduate from the University of Kent. She received her bachelors in Spanish and Management, and she has been teaching online since 2018 alongside her studies.
She is passionate about languages and she speaks English, Shona, Spanish and Portuguese and wants to learn even more langauges. Alfoncina strives to ensure students are always engaged and supported in class. She creates a safe learning environment where students can explore their ideas, challenge themselves and most of all be their best self. She encourages her students to empower themselves and grow intellectually.

Why Shiminly? Alfoncina coaches and supports students to improve their English skills through effective communication. Shiminly is a space where students can participate in structured activities and discussions, thus leading them to become multifaceted individuals in a changing world. The support amongst colleagues truly makes working for such a unique organisation even more worthwile. Shiminly is a powerhouse!

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