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Thanksgiving Conversation Starters for Speech Sessions
Thanksgiving Conversation Starters for Speech Sessions

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is the perfect time to focus on connection, traditions, and meaningful conversations. Everyday Speech’s Thanksgiving Conversation Starters for Speech Sessions offers an engaging activity to help middle school students...

Thanksgiving Friendship Activity
Thanksgiving Friendship Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is the season of gratitude, reflection, and togetherness. It’s also the perfect time to help students strengthen their social-emotional skills by exploring the concept of friendship. Everyday Speech’s Thanksgiving...

Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft
Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, gratitude, and togetherness, and what better way to engage students in these values than with a creative and meaningful craft? Everyday Speech’s Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft is a fun and...

Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity
Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to teach students about gratitude and appreciation. Everyday Speech offers a creative way to engage young learners with the Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity, featuring a Gratitude...

Thankfulness Craft Activity for Elementary Students
Thankfulness Craft Activity for Elementary Students

Access FREE SEL materials today In the spirit of Thanksgiving, educators have a wonderful opportunity to teach gratitude, empathy, and reflection. One fun and impactful way to engage students in this learning is through Everyday Speech’s Thankful Tree activity, an...

Engaging Digital Self-Regulation Game
Engaging Digital Self-Regulation Game

Access FREE SEL materials today Looking for an interactive way to teach self-regulation? Everyday Speech offers an engaging digital self-regulation game perfect for middle school special education classrooms. In this adventure game, students help rescue skiers...

How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity
How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Teaching preschoolers to recognize and understand emotions is a crucial part of their social-emotional development. Everyday Speech’s How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity offers a fun and interactive way to introduce...

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Teaching the Importance of Sharing to Elementary Students
Teaching the Importance of Sharing to Elementary Students

Introduction Sharing is a fundamental skill that plays a crucial role in the development of social-emotional learning among elementary students. It is important for children to learn how to share and take turns to cultivate positive relationships and interactions with...

Effective Classroom Communication Skills for Educators and Students
Effective Classroom Communication Skills for Educators and Students

Effective communication is a crucial skill for both educators and students in the classroom. It promotes a positive learning environment and fosters successful interactions between teachers and students. This blog post will explore key communication skills, offer a...

Teaching Kindergarteners to Show Interest and Active Listening
Teaching Kindergarteners to Show Interest and Active Listening

As educators, we understand the importance of teaching social-emotional skills to our kindergarten students. One essential skill is showing interest and active listening in conversations. This not only helps build strong relationships but also creates a positive...

Teaching PreK Students to Recognize Interest in Conversations
Teaching PreK Students to Recognize Interest in Conversations

Introduction Teaching young children effective communication skills is an essential part of their development. One crucial aspect of communication is the ability to recognize when someone is interested in the conversation. This skill helps students build better...

Teaching PreK Students Belly Breathing for Emotional Regulation
Teaching PreK Students Belly Breathing for Emotional Regulation

Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of helping our students develop healthy ways to manage their emotions. One such technique, especially beneficial for PreK students, is belly breathing. This simple yet effective method of deep breathing can help...

Teaching Small Talk Skills to Students in Special Education
Teaching Small Talk Skills to Students in Special Education

Introduction Small talk is a crucial social skill that allows individuals to engage in short, polite conversations with others, especially when interacting with strangers or acquaintances. By teaching students in Special Education how to make small talk, we can help...

Box Breathing: A Powerful Technique for Middle School Students
Box Breathing: A Powerful Technique for Middle School Students

Deep breathing is an essential skill that helps students maintain a calm state of mind, allowing them to think clearly and calmly. One such powerful technique is Box Breathing, a simple yet effective method for controlling worries, anger, and fears. In this blog post,...