Introduction As educators, we know that helping students develop a sense of focus and self-control is crucial for their success in the classroom. One essential skill to teach our students is the concept of maintaining a quiet body while working. This means not moving...
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Driving Conversations Forward: Enhancing Communication Skills
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is more important than ever. Educators play a crucial role in helping students develop strong communication skills, which in turn contribute to their overall social-emotional growth. One of the key aspects of...
Teaching the Art of Showing Interest in Conversations for Elementary Students
Introduction In the complex world of social interactions, it's crucial for children to learn and understand that different people have different interests. This understanding can help students develop empathy, respect, and effective communication skills. One essential...
Helping PreK Students Cope with Being Upset: Activities and Strategies
Introduction As educators working with PreK students, it is essential to teach them how to cope with their emotions, especially when they are upset. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, we can help our students develop healthy ways to handle their...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Safe Hands and Safe Feet
Introduction As educators, it is important to teach our PreK students the value of having safe hands and safe feet. This concept helps children understand that their actions have an impact on others and can contribute to a positive and safe environment for everyone....
Teaching Restaurant Rules to Special Education Students for Better Social Skills
Introduction Eating a meal with others is an essential social experience for everyone. For students in special education, understanding and practicing the Restaurant Rules can help them navigate social situations during mealtime more effectively. These rules include...
Teaching Cyber Skills: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction In today's increasingly digital world, it is crucial for students to learn how to stay safe online. For educators working with students in special education, teaching cyber skills can be particularly important. Cyber skills are smart ways to stay safe...
Repair the Conversation: A Game to Improve Middle School Students’ Conversation Skills
Introduction Communication is a vital skill for students to navigate their social and academic lives. Repair the Conversation is a game designed to help middle school students recognize when a conversation goes off track and learn how to bring it back on track. By...
Teaching Middle School Students to Overcome Embarrassment
Introduction Embarrassment is a common emotion experienced by everyone, including middle school students. As educators, it's essential to teach our students how to cope with feelings of embarrassment and build resilience. In this blog post, we'll discuss a no-prep...