As educators, it is crucial to help students develop positive social skills that will enable them to interact effectively with their peers and navigate the complexities of life. One such skill is good sportsmanship, which is the ability to handle both winning and...
As educators, we play a crucial role in guiding our students to form healthy, supportive friendships. This blog post will provide an overview of the skills needed for students to choose good-fit friends, as well as a no-prep activity, discussion questions, and related...
Introduction As educators, it is important to teach our students the value of respecting others' opinions and ideas. This skill helps children develop a sense of empathy and understanding, which are crucial aspects of Social-Emotional Learning. In this blog post, we...
Introduction Embarrassment is a common emotion experienced by individuals of all ages, including young children. As educators, it is essential to teach our PreK students how to cope with embarrassment, as well as develop social-emotional skills that will help them...
As educators, it's essential to teach our students the importance of effective communication. This includes understanding when to use direct and indirect language. Direct language is clear and straightforward, while indirect language is more subtle and polite. In this...
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our kindergarten students valuable social-emotional learning (SEL) skills. One essential skill is learning how to join group play. This skill not only helps children build friendships but also fosters...
Introduction As educators, it's essential to teach students the importance of reading social situations before engaging in conversations. This skill is especially crucial for students in special education, as they may need additional support in understanding and...
Welcome to Repair the Conversation, an engaging game for educators working with students in special education. This activity aims to help students improve their conversation skills by identifying when a conversation goes off track and finding ways to bring it back on...
Introduction Stress and overwhelm can sometimes make it difficult for students to control their thoughts and maintain focus in the classroom. In such situations, practicing a simple technique like Counting Breaths can be highly beneficial. Counting Breaths is an easy,...
