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Free Interactive Spinner Activity for High School: I Love Who I Am
By high school, students are forming strong opinions—about the world, their peers, and themselves. But often, the loudest internal voices are critical ones. Teens may struggle to see what makes them unique or valuable. Related resources: social skills activities...
Free High School Poster: How to Handle Rejection with Confidence
Rejection is a normal part of growing up. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy to handle—especially for high school students still developing their sense of identity, value, and resilience. Whether it’s a missed opportunity, a social slight, or a disappointing outcome,...
WH-Question Activity for Preschool: Spring Finger Puppets
Activities to Teach Conversation Skills Help students start, maintain, and deepen peer interactions with no-prep printables and lessons.Preschoolers are still learning how to ask and answer basic WH-questions. They may answer “where” when asked “who,” or get stuck...
Free High School Worksheet: Teach Students How to Recognize and Respond to Cyberbullying
Teens spend a huge portion of their lives online—but they’re not always prepared for what happens there. Messages can be misread, group chats can turn mean quickly, and social media posts can escalate in ways that leave real damage. Related resources: social skills...
Free Poster for Bullying Prevention: Give Students a Simple Plan for Speaking Up
Students don’t need a long lecture to understand that bullying is wrong—but they do need support figuring out what it actually looks like, how to name it, and what to do when they experience it or witness it. Related resources: social skills interventions social...
Free Middle School Worksheet: Learn About Learning Styles
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...
Free Middle School Worksheet: Building Confidence and Self-Worth
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. Related resources: See our full...
Partner Conversation Activity for High School: Free Conversation Share Packet
Activities to Teach Conversation Skills Help students start, maintain, and deepen peer interactions with no-prep printables and lessons.Some students talk through every silence. Others wait quietly, unsure when or how to jump in. Neither behavior is wrong, but both...
Free High School Worksheet: Teach Students to Recognize and Respond to Bullying
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. Related resources:...
No-Prep Activities
Enhancing Listening Skills for PreK Students: Activities and Strategies
Introduction As educators working with PreK students, we understand the importance of cultivating strong listening skills in the classroom. When students listen attentively, they are better able to learn and absorb new information. This not only helps them understand...
Teaching Social-Emotional Skills through Everyday Conversations
Introduction Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is essential for students to develop healthy relationships, self-awareness, and effective communication skills. One of the key aspects of SEL is learning how to engage in meaningful conversations. This blog post will focus...
Teaching Elementary Students to Read Body Language and Understand Emotions
As educators, it is essential to equip our students with the ability to understand and respond to emotions. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is a critical component of a child's development, helping them to become more empathetic and better communicators. In this blog...
Teaching Kindergarten Students the On Purpose Plan: Understanding Accidental vs. Purposeful Actions
Introduction It's essential for Kindergarten students to learn the difference between accidental and purposeful actions. This understanding can help them manage their emotions and reactions in various situations. By teaching them the On Purpose Plan, educators can...
Teaching Staying on Topic: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction Staying on topic is an essential skill for students to develop in order to engage in meaningful and productive conversations. For students in Special Education, learning how to stay on topic can be particularly challenging, but it is crucial for their...
Using the Conversation Stoplight: Helping Students Join Conversations at the Right Time
In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of teaching students in special education settings the skill of joining conversations at the right time. The Conversation Stoplight is a helpful tool that educators can use to facilitate this process. We will provide a...
Building Friendships: An Engaging Activity for Educators
Introduction Friendships are an essential part of a student's social-emotional development. As educators, it's important to teach students how to make friends, maintain healthy relationships, and recognize the qualities of a good friend. This blog post will discuss an...
Incorporating Inclusion: Teaching Students the Value of Including Everyone
Introduction As educators, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment in our classrooms. One key aspect of this is teaching our students the importance of not leaving anyone out. This blog post discusses a no-prep activity that can help middle school...
Teaching PreK Students to Stay on Topic: An Essential Social-Emotional Skill
Introduction Staying on topic is an important social skill for PreK students to develop. It ensures that conversations flow smoothly and helps to build strong relationships with peers and adults. In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of staying on topic and...
Topic Radar: Fostering Inclusive Conversations for Special Education Students
Introduction For educators working with students in Special Education, enhancing their communication skills is essential for fostering meaningful relationships and promoting inclusivity. One effective approach is using the concept of Topic Radar. Topic Radar...
Solve It: A Step-by-Step Problem-Solving Game for Special Education Students
Introduction Problem-solving is a critical skill for students in special education settings. The Solve It game is designed to help these students navigate social situations by breaking down problems into manageable steps. This game not only encourages students to...
Being Tuned In: A Key Skill for Students in Special Education
Introduction Being Tuned In involves being aware of our own actions and the actions of others around us. This skill helps students ensure that their actions are appropriate for the current situation, time, and place. By practicing Being Tuned In, students can avoid...
Teaching Body Language Awareness to Elementary Students
In today's world, communication goes beyond just words. Body language plays a significant role in conveying emotions and messages. For children, understanding and interpreting body language can be a crucial skill in building positive relationships and effective...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Covering Sneezes for Social-Emotional Growth
Introduction In this blog post, we will explore the importance of teaching PreK students about proper sneezing etiquette and hygiene practices as part of their social-emotional learning journey. By helping young learners understand the significance of covering their...
Teaching Students to Read Social Situations: An Essential Skill for Effective Communication
Introduction As educators, we know that social-emotional learning (SEL) is crucial for our students' growth and development. One key aspect of SEL is the ability to read social situations, which involves observing and interpreting the feelings and emotions of others...
