Introduction Friendships are an essential part of a student's social-emotional development. As educators, it's important to teach students how to make friends, maintain healthy relationships, and recognize the qualities of a good friend. This blog post will discuss an...
Category: No-Prep Activity
Teaching Kindergarteners About Blurting and Its Effects in the Classroom
Introduction Blurting is a common behavior among kindergarten students. It occurs when a child speaks out loud without waiting for their turn or being called upon by the teacher. While it can be challenging for young children to resist blurting out, it's important to...
Uncovering Students’ Strengths: A Guide for Educators
Every student possesses unique talents and abilities that make them special. As educators, it is our responsibility to help them discover and nurture these strengths. In this blog post, we will explore various types of strengths, including Emotional, Social, Learning,...
Teaching Kindergarten Students How to Ask to Play: A Social Skill for Success
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching social skills to kindergarten students. One of the essential skills for young children is learning how to ask to play with peers. This skill promotes positive interactions, builds friendships, and...
Incorporating Inclusion: Teaching Students the Value of Including Everyone
Introduction As educators, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment in our classrooms. One key aspect of this is teaching our students the importance of not leaving anyone out. This blog post discusses a no-prep activity that can help middle school...
Teaching the Art of Starting and Ending Conversations
Introduction In social interactions, the way we start and end conversations plays a crucial role in building connections with others. A well-executed conversation demonstrates respect for the other person and helps to avoid misunderstandings. This blog post will...
Teaching PreK Students to Stay on Topic: An Essential Social-Emotional Skill
Introduction Staying on topic is an important social skill for PreK students to develop. It ensures that conversations flow smoothly and helps to build strong relationships with peers and adults. In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of staying on topic and...
Teaching Respectful Behavior: Walking Quietly in the Halls and Classroom Transitions
Introduction Educators working with students in special education understand the importance of teaching respectful behavior and fostering a positive learning environment. One key aspect of respectful behavior is walking quietly in the halls and managing classroom...
Teaching Kindergarten Students the Art of Saying Goodbye
Learning how to say goodbye is an essential social skill for young children. It teaches them how to end conversations and interactions in a polite and respectful manner. This blog post will provide educators with a no-prep activity, discussion questions, related...