Why Try Program

WhyTry Program — Resilience & Life Skills Curriculum

WhyTry uses a series of ten visual metaphors and interactive activities to teach core life skills such as emotional regulation, decision-making, resilience, self-efficacy, and positive relationships. It is used by educators and counselors in schools and small groups to engage disengaged youth and build strengths.

Type: SEL-related resilience and life-skills curriculum/toolkit
Developer: WhyTry, Inc.
Evidence & Research: Larger, controlled trials are limited or unavailable. View WhyTry's evidence
Registry Status: Not listed in CASEL Program Guide, CrimeSolutions, WSIPP, WWC, SPRC Best Practices Registry, or NDPC.
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• Can be used as a Tier 2–3 intervention within PBIS/RTI frameworks
• Supports motivation, resilience, and SEL skills for struggling or disengaged students
• A practical tool for educators and counselors seeking life-skills instruction

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