Introduction Building connections with peers can be challenging for high school students, especially when they are unsure how to initiate conversations or find common ground. One effective way to help students overcome these challenges is by encouraging them to...
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Teaching the Art of Conversation Share to PreK Students
Introduction The Conversation Share is a crucial skill for fostering healthy communication among young learners. It helps children understand the importance of balancing talking and listening in a conversation, ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to express...
Teaching Elementary Students to Observe and Understand Others
In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of teaching elementary students to use their eyes to observe and understand what others are thinking and feeling. By helping students develop these skills, we can foster stronger social connections and a more empathetic...
Teaching Polite Ways to Decline Invitations: An Activity for Special Education
Introduction As educators, we want our students to develop strong social skills that will help them navigate through various social situations. One such skill is the ability to politely decline invitations when they don't want to or can't attend an event. This blog...
Teaching Conversation Skills to Kindergarten Students: Start and End the Conversation
It's essential to instill good communication habits in young children, and kindergarten is the perfect time to start teaching them the basics of conversation. This blog post will explore the importance of starting and ending conversations for kindergarten students and...
Understanding Learning Styles: Helping Elementary Students Succeed
Introduction Everybody learns differently, and our brains have unique learning preferences. These preferences are called learning styles, and it's important for educators to be aware of them to help students succeed. There are four main learning styles: visual,...
Teaching Kindergarten Students to Wait Patiently
Introduction: Teaching young children the importance of waiting patiently is a crucial aspect of their social-emotional development. In this blog post, we will discuss the skill of waiting patiently and provide an engaging no-prep activity for educators to use in...
Conquering Anxiety: Activities and Strategies for Middle School Students
Introduction Anxiety can be a powerful force, causing feelings of worry and fear that can interfere with our ability to think positively and care for ourselves and others. In order to address anxiety, it's important to develop healthy daily habits and personal skills...
Teaching Elementary Students to Use a Filter in Their Thoughts and Communication
In today's world, it is essential for students to develop effective communication skills to build strong relationships and avoid misunderstandings. One key aspect of communication is learning to use a filter, which means thinking about what you're going to say before...