Every student learns a little differently. Some retain information best when they write it down. Others need to hear it out loud, talk it through, or see it in action. When middle schoolers understand how they learn, they become more confident, more independent, and...
Middle school is full of transitions. Students are figuring out who they are, where they fit in, and what they’re good at. But with that growth often comes self-doubt—and many students struggle to see the strengths they already have. The Building Confidence and...
The word “bullying” gets thrown around a lot, but many high schoolers still don’t know how to recognize it—or what to do when they see it. They might call every conflict bullying, or fail to speak up when a serious situation unfolds around them. The Let’s Talk About...
High school students make countless decisions every day. Some are small and forgettable. Others stick with them. But few are encouraged to pause and ask themselves, “What would I do differently next time?” The Self-Reflection worksheet from Everyday Speech invites...
Students talk to themselves all day long. It might not always be out loud, but it’s constant—narrating, reacting, and interpreting what’s happening around them. And for many teens, that internal voice is more critical than kind. Helping students become aware of their...
By high school, students are used to being evaluated—on grades, test scores, behavior, and participation. But they don’t always get a chance to reflect on the strengths that go beyond academics. And without that reflection, it’s easy for teens to overlook what they’re...
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges students face, yet it often goes unrecognized in school settings. It may show up as avoidance, emotional outbursts, frequent visits to the nurse, or complete disengagement. While educators are not expected to...
By the time students reach high school, independence is often expected—but not always explicitly taught. Teens are navigating more responsibilities, more freedom, and higher stakes, but that doesn’t mean they always feel ready. The Becoming More Independent worksheet...
Self-advocacy is one of the most important life skills students can build—and one of the most overlooked. Whether a student needs to ask for extra time on a test, speak up in a group project, or express a personal opinion, being able to advocate for themselves helps...
