Introduction Group work is a crucial aspect of social-emotional learning, as it teaches students the importance of collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. In elementary education, it is essential to introduce the four parts of group work: accepting the...
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Enhancing Conversation Skills in Special Education: Observing Interests
Introduction One crucial aspect of social-emotional learning is the ability to engage in meaningful conversations. For students in special education, it's essential to develop the skill of identifying and discussing topics that are of interest to others. This blog...
Developing Listening Skills in the Classroom: Activities & Strategies
Introduction Listening is a crucial skill for students to develop, as it directly impacts their ability to understand and retain information. In this blog post, we will discuss an easy-to-implement, no-prep activity to help students improve their listening abilities...
Talking the Talk: Teaching Small Talk Skills to Elementary Students
Introduction: Small talk is a crucial social skill that enables children to engage in polite conversations, build relationships, and develop their communication abilities. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, this blog post aims to help educators...
Teaching PreK Students to Choose Appropriate Behavior Over Copying Misbehavior
Introduction Educators of PreK students often face the challenge of teaching their young learners to make good choices in the classroom and resist the temptation to copy others' misbehavior. This blog post will provide an overview of the skills that can help students...
Reading the Room: A Skill for Adapting Behavior in Middle School
As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our students valuable life skills alongside academics. One such skill is the ability to read the room, which helps students adapt their behavior in different situations. In this blog post, we will explore the...
Perspective Taking: A Key Skill for Middle School Students
Introduction Perspective taking is the ability to look beyond our own point of view and consider how someone else thinks or feels about something. Often referred to as "putting yourself in someone else's shoes," perspective taking is essential for making friends,...
Including Everyone: Fostering a Sense of Belonging and Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction In today's diverse classrooms, it's essential to create an inclusive environment that fosters a sense of belonging and promotes social-emotional learning. By including everyone, we help students develop empathy, respect, and understanding of others'...
Teaching Students How to Handle Upset Customers | Social-Emotional Learning
As educators, it's essential to equip students with the necessary skills to navigate challenging situations in their professional lives. One such skill is handling upset customers. In this blog post, we'll discuss a no-prep activity to help students practice this...