As educators, we understand the importance of effective communication and storytelling skills for our middle school students. In this blog post, we'll introduce you to Background Brief, a fun and engaging game designed to help students improve their storytelling...
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Teaching High School Students the Art of Small Talk
Introduction Communication is an essential aspect of social-emotional learning, and one of the fundamental communication skills is small talk. Small talk is a brief, polite conversation with someone, often focused on topics such as recent events, shared interests, or...
Making Plans with Friends: A Guide for Elementary Educators
Introduction Social-Emotional Learning is a crucial aspect of a child's development. One essential skill for students to learn is how to make plans with friends. This involves communication, collaboration, and empathy. In this blog post, we will discuss an activity...
Developing Social Chameleon Skills on the Playground
Being a social chameleon is a valuable skill that helps students adapt their behavior to different social situations, enabling them to get along with others and enjoy a harmonious playtime. In this blog post, we will discuss an easy-to-implement activity for educators...
Teaching PreK Students Conversational Beginnings and Endings
Introduction Conversations are an essential part of our daily lives, and helping PreK students develop the skills to start and end conversations is crucial for their social-emotional development. In this blog post, we will explore a no-prep activity to teach these...
Teaching Students to Make Connected Comments for Effective Conversations
Introduction In any conversation, it's essential for participants to make connected comments to ensure the dialogue remains engaging and on-topic. Connected comments are responses that relate to the ongoing conversation, which helps maintain a cohesive discussion and...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Being Helpful
Introduction Being helpful is an essential skill for children to learn, as it promotes kindness and respect towards others. It is crucial for educators to teach this skill to PreK students in order to foster a positive environment in the classroom and help students...
Teaching PreK Students the Art of Beginning and Ending Conversations
The ability to start and end conversations is a crucial skill for PreK students to develop. As they begin to engage in social interactions, it's essential to teach them how to initiate and conclude conversations without leaving others feeling confused or hurt. In this...
Teaching PreK Students to Follow Directions: A Guide for Educators
Introduction As educators, one of our primary goals is to teach our students how to follow directions effectively. Being able to follow directions is a crucial skill that not only helps students complete their work efficiently but also fosters a positive classroom...