Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our middle school students the skill of self-advocacy with friends. This essential ability allows them to communicate their needs, thoughts, and feelings while fostering healthy relationships. It...
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Teaching Conversation Skills for Students in Special Education
Introduction Starting conversations can be challenging for many students, especially those in Special Education. Teaching students the necessary skills to engage in conversations is crucial for their social-emotional development. This blog post focuses on a...
Teaching Students to Recognize and Manage Anger Through Tone of Voice
Understanding and managing anger is an essential aspect of social-emotional learning. In this blog post, we will explore an activity to help students recognize and manage anger through tone of voice. We will also discuss related skills and ways to develop them...
Teaching the Importance of White Lies in Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction As educators, one of our goals is to help students develop social skills that will help them to be successful in their interactions with others. One aspect of this is understanding the concept of white lies, which are small untruths told in order to spare...
Teaching PreK Students the Value of Fairness and Letting Others Be First
Introduction As educators, one of the key skills we aim to teach our students is the value of fairness and the importance of letting others be first. This lesson is designed to help PreK students understand that being first isn't always the most important thing and...
Teaching Students to Use Words for Attention: Strategies for Special Education
Introduction One of the essential skills in social-emotional learning is teaching students the importance of using words when seeking attention from others. This skill is particularly crucial for students in special education, as they may face unique challenges in...
Teaching Personal Space to Kindergarten Students: Activities and Discussions
Introduction Personal space is an essential concept for children to learn, as it helps them understand and respect the boundaries of others. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of teaching personal space to kindergarten students and provide a no-prep...
Color Breathing: A Mindfulness Activity for Special Education Students
Introduction Color Breathing is a mindfulness activity designed to help students in Special Education settings feel more calm and relaxed. This breathing meditation encourages students to use their imagination to create pictures in their minds, which can positively...
Act It Out! Role-Playing Game for High School Students: Tone of Voice
Introduction Communication is a crucial aspect of our lives, and the way we convey our messages can significantly impact how others perceive us. Tone of voice is an essential component of effective communication. In this blog post, we will discuss a fun and engaging...