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...
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Teaching PreK Students to Recognize Sarcasm and Disguised Thoughts
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...
Teaching Turn-Taking in Conversations: A Social-Emotional Learning Activity
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,...
Using White Lies to Foster Positive Social Interactions in Education
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...
Understanding Social Rules: An Activity and Discussion Guide for High School Educators
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...
Handling Conflict on the Playground: A Guide for Educators
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...
Building Connections Through Conversations: Activities for Elementary Students
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of fostering strong communication skills in our students. In this blog post, we will explore an engaging no-prep activity that incorporates principles of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), which can help students...
Teaching Direct and Indirect Language: Activities and Discussion for Educators
Introduction In everyday communication, we often switch between Direct and Indirect Language depending on the context and our needs. Direct Language is essential when we have a serious problem or require immediate assistance. On the other hand, Indirect Language is...
Teaching Elementary Students the Conversation Stoplight: When to Talk and When to Listen
Introduction As educators, we know that communication is a vital skill for students, particularly when it comes to group conversations. The Conversation Stoplight is a powerful tool that helps students understand when to talk and when to listen during discussions,...