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Interactive Building Confidence Goal Poster Activity
Interactive Building Confidence Goal Poster Activity

Download Interactive Activity As educators, one of the most important life skills we can teach our students is confidence in themselves. That’s why we’ve created this free interactive building confidence goal poster activity for elementary students! In this post,...

Free Elementary Handling Change Lesson
Free Elementary Handling Change Lesson

Navigating the emotional waves of the classroom is a daily reality for elementary students. As special educators, teaching them how to self-regulate using tools like Everyday Speech's "Self-Controller Scanner" can be game-changing. Keep reading for a free elementary...

Free Relationship Check-In Worksheet for High School
Free Relationship Check-In Worksheet for High School

Download Activity and Lesson Plan It's essential for our students to understand that healthy relationships require communication, understanding, and periodic reflection. One effective way to ensure healthy dating habits is through a "Relationship Check-In." High...

Free Preschool Sharing Play Ideas Worksheet
Free Preschool Sharing Play Ideas Worksheet

Download Activity and Lesson Plan The preschool years are a time of rapid growth, not just physically and mentally, but socially as well. One of the cornerstones of social development in these formative years is the art of sharing. As educators, we're in a unique...

Inviting Others to Play Free Interactive Activity
Inviting Others to Play Free Interactive Activity

Download Activity and Lesson Plan Inviting others to play is not just an act of kindness, but also a crucial social skill that every elementary student should acquire early on. Through play, students learn cooperation, communication, and empathy. But how do we teach...

Free Staying Calm Goal Poster
Free Staying Calm Goal Poster

Download Activity and Lesson Plan In middle school, students navigate an ocean of emotions, fluctuating hormones, peer pressures, and academic challenges. As educators, equipping them with tools to stay calm amidst the chaos is paramount. With the Free Staying Calm...

Free High School Problem-Solving Activity
Free High School Problem-Solving Activity

Download Activity and Lesson Plan In an ever-evolving collaborative world, high school students need more than just individual problem-solving skills. They must also be adept at problem-solving in groups. Check out this lesson plan and free high school problem-solving...

No-Prep Activities

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,...