Introduction Teaching students effective communication strategies is crucial for their social and emotional development. One way to achieve this is by helping them understand the difference between conversation drivers and conversation stoppers. Conversation drivers...

Introduction Reading the room is an essential skill that helps students navigate various social situations by adjusting their behavior based on context. This social-emotional learning approach encourages students to be mindful of their surroundings and the actions of...

Introduction Teaching problem-solving skills is an essential aspect of Social-Emotional Learning, as it helps students navigate through various challenges that arise in their daily lives. By developing these skills, students can handle conflicts, find solutions, and...

Introduction Educators play a crucial role in helping students develop self-regulation skills. These skills allow students to recognize when they are feeling overwhelmed and take appropriate actions to calm down. In this blog post, we will discuss a no-prep activity...

In this blog post, we'll explore the concept of sarcasm and disguised thoughts, and how educators can teach PreK students to recognize these communication forms. Sarcasm is a type of disguised thought, where a person says something but means the opposite. People often...

Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our students valuable social-emotional skills that will help them navigate their interactions with others. One such skill is turn-taking in conversations. By learning to take turns in a conversation,...

Introduction In the world of social-emotional learning, educators often strive to encourage honesty and open communication among students. However, there are situations where telling a small, harmless untruth, known as a "white lie," can be beneficial to maintain...

Introduction Social rules are the unspoken guidelines that govern our behavior in various settings. These rules help us figure out how to behave appropriately in different places, such as school, gym class, or study hall. As educators, it's essential to teach high...

Conflicts on the playground are a common occurrence, and as educators, it's essential to teach students how to handle these situations effectively. This blog post will provide an overview of handling conflicts on the playground, a no-prep activity, discussion...