Introduction Helping students develop social-emotional skills is important to create a positive learning environment and foster healthy relationships. One essential skill to focus on is using a filter, or deciding whether to think or say something in a given...

Introduction Patience is an essential social-emotional skill that helps children navigate various situations in life. It enables them to wait their turn, respect others, and develop self-control. This blog post will introduce an engaging no-prep activity for educators...

Introduction Friendships play a significant role in our lives, especially during our formative years. As educators, it's essential to teach students the importance of choosing friends who are a good fit. This blog post will explore the concept of selecting friends...

Introduction In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of including everyone on the playground, regardless of interests, abilities, or personalities. We will also explore an activity that requires no preparation, discuss related skills, and provide next steps...

As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our elementary students strong communication skills. Social-Emotional Learning plays a crucial role in helping children develop these abilities. In this blog post, we'll introduce you to an engaging activity...

Incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) into special education classrooms can help students navigate social situations with greater ease and confidence. One essential skill to teach is maintaining appropriate personal space and proximity during...

Introduction In today's world, it's crucial for students to develop strong social skills that will help them navigate their personal and professional lives. One such skill is inclusiveness, which refers to the practice of making everyone feel welcome and included in...

Introduction Texting is a popular, convenient, and enjoyable way to communicate with friends and family. However, understanding the meaning of text messages can sometimes be challenging, especially for students in special education. When we're texting, we don't have...

In this blog post, we will introduce an engaging activity called Background Brief, designed to help students develop effective storytelling and communication skills. By identifying missing background information in stories, students will learn the importance of...