Understanding the perspectives of others is at the heart of effective communication, positive social interactions, and emotional growth. Middle school students are at a stage in development where expanding their ability to see situations from someone else’s viewpoint...
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Elementary Reading Facial Expressions Video Lesson
As speech-language pathologists, one of the most valuable skills we can teach our elementary school students is the ability to read facial expressions and identify emotions accurately. Understanding and recognizing emotions are crucial components of effective...
Pre-K & Kindergarten Staying Calm Printable: My Worried Toolbox
Download 20+ Self-Regulation Activities for PK-12 No-prep tools to teach students how to stay calm, make thoughtful choices, and build emotional awareness. Download activities Preschool and kindergarten educators frequently observe students dealing with big feelings,...
Middle School Problem-Solving Strategies: Free ‘Size of the Problem’ Lesson Plan
Problem-solving is a crucial skill that empowers individuals to overcome challenges and find effective solutions. However, before students can tackle a problem, they need to understand the size of the problem at hand. By helping them assess whether a problem is big or...
Free Preschool Making Mistakes Lesson
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As early childhood educators, we understand the importance of teaching our youngest learners how to learn from their mistakes. In this blog post, we will share a free preschool Making Mistakes lesson plan and visual worksheet to use...
Being a Good Sport Lesson for High Schoolers
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As special educators, we understand the importance of teaching our high school students not only academic skills but also essential social skills. One crucial aspect of social development is learning how to be a good sport. Being a...
Middle School Self-Regulation Poster: Self-Controller Scanner Goal Poster
Download 20+ Self-Regulation Activities for PK-12 No-prep tools to teach students how to stay calm, make thoughtful choices, and build emotional awareness. Download activities Middle school students experience rapid changes—social, academic, emotional, and...
Middle School Staying Calm Role-Plays: No-Prep Self-Regulation Tool
Download 20+ Self-Regulation Activities for PK-12 No-prep tools to teach students how to stay calm, make thoughtful choices, and build emotional awareness. Download activities Adolescence is a dynamic time of personal growth and increasing demands, making...
Effective IEP Goals for Improving Students’ Point of View Skills
Download 50+ Example IEP Goals Customizable library of strengths-based goalsIntroduction In special education, it is essential to address various skills that contribute to the overall development of students. One such significant skill is understanding others'...