Introduction As educators, it's important to teach our students effective communication skills. One crucial aspect of communication is understanding the difference between Conversation Drivers and Conversation Stoppers. Conversation Drivers are behaviors that keep a...

Introduction Teaching students the importance of agreeing more often than disagreeing can help foster positive relationships and promote inclusivity. This is especially important in special education settings, where students may struggle with social-emotional...

Introduction As educators, we play a crucial role in helping our students develop essential social skills, including the ability to engage in meaningful conversations. One important aspect of successful conversations is selecting appropriate topics based on the person...

Introduction Greeting others is a fundamental social skill that helps students build and maintain friendships. It's a friendly way to let others know we are happy to see them and appreciate their presence. This blog post will explore the importance of teaching...

Introduction Greetings are an essential aspect of social interaction, and teaching students in Special Education how to greet others is vital for their social-emotional development. This blog post will explore an engaging, no-prep activity for educators to use in...

Introduction Building connections with peers can be challenging for high school students, especially when they are unsure how to initiate conversations or find common ground. One effective way to help students overcome these challenges is by encouraging them to...

In this blog post, we will discuss various types of bullying and provide an activity for educators to engage middle school students in understanding and addressing bullying. By learning about different forms of bullying and how to respond to them, students can develop...

Introduction The Conversation Share is a crucial skill for fostering healthy communication among young learners. It helps children understand the importance of balancing talking and listening in a conversation, ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to express...

As educators, we often encounter students who struggle with controlling their emotions, especially big, negative feelings like anger, frustration, or sadness. These emotions can quickly take over a student's mind, preventing them from making good decisions and finding...