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Social Skill Lesson Plans and Articles
How Everyday Speech Supports Social Workers (with Example Videos & Games!)
Social workers play a vital role in supporting the holistic development and mental health of students. From helping students navigate emotional challenges to fostering self-regulation and conflict resolution, social workers address a wide range of needs that impact...
How Everyday Speech Supports Speech-Language Pathologists (with Example Videos & Games!)
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) play an essential role in helping students develop social skills that impact every aspect of their lives. From fostering conversational abilities to teaching nonverbal communication and social problem-solving, SLPs address a wide...
How Everyday Speech Supports School Psychologists (with Example Videos & Games!)
School psychologists play a critical role in supporting students’ mental health and social development. From teaching emotional recognition to guiding students through self-regulation and decision-making, school psychologists address a wide range of challenges to...
How Everyday Speech Supports SPED Teachers (with Example Videos & Games!)
Special education (SPED) teachers play a critical role in equipping students with the social, academic, and functional skills they need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. From fostering self-regulation to supporting interpersonal growth, SPED teachers address a...
Navigating Scheduling Difficulties for SEL
Scheduling difficulties can often pose a challenge to the implementation of social and emotional learning (SEL) programs in both primary and secondary schools. However, with careful planning and creative solutions, educators can successfully navigate these challenges...
What to Expect from the Everyday Speech Pilot Program
Starting a pilot program is more than a trial—it’s a chance to see firsthand how Everyday Speech addresses common challenges educators face, like managing large caseloads, fostering collaboration across teams, and tracking student progress effectively in your...
How to Start a Pilot Program with Everyday Speech: A Step-by-Step Guide
Launching a pilot program might seem like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Everyday Speech, we’re here to support you every step of the way—from setting up accounts to providing training that fits your team’s schedule. Our goal is to make the process...
5 Examples of Effective Everyday Speech Pilot Programs
Everyday Speech pilots are designed to address real challenges that educators and administrators face every day across all tiers of instruction. Whether it’s lightening heavy caseloads, providing tools for whole-class lessons, or supporting collaborative teaching, our...
Woodford County Increases Prosocial Behaviors and Social Skills Knowledge with Everyday Speech
Executive Summary In the final quarter of the 2022-2023 academic year, Woodford County conducted an eight-week pilot of Everyday Speech’s digital curriculum. The program demonstrated significant improvements in students' social-emotional knowledge and prosocial...
No-Prep Activities
Helping PreK Students Navigate Change: A Guide for Educators
Introduction Changes are an inevitable part of life, and sometimes, our days don't go as planned. For young children, especially PreK students, unexpected changes can lead to feelings of nervousness and discomfort. As educators, we can help them learn how to handle...
Read the Room: A Social-Emotional Learning Activity for Special Education Students
Introduction Welcome to Read the Room, a game designed to help students develop their social-emotional learning skills. In this activity, students learn to adapt their behavior based on the situation and the people around them. By reading the room, students can better...
Teaching Kindergarten Students to Be Good Sports at Recess
In this blog post, we will explore the concept of being a good sport at recess for kindergarten students. We will discuss a no-prep activity, discussion questions, related skills, and next steps for educators to help their students develop this important...
Understanding Different Perspectives: Activities for Special Education Students
As educators, one of our goals is to help students develop the ability to understand and empathize with others. In special education, this skill can be particularly beneficial, as it promotes positive social interactions and helps to build strong relationships. In...
Developing Cyber Skills for Texting: Enhancing Communication in a Digital Age
Introduction Texting is a popular mode of communication, but it can be confusing without the clues we get in face-to-face conversations. Abbreviations and slang can exacerbate this confusion. To help students navigate these challenges, we introduce Cyber Skills for...
Back to School: Adapting to New Routines and Staying Safe
Introduction As schools reopen, the learning environment will look and feel different due to the ongoing pandemic. Educators and students will need to adapt to new routines and safety measures to ensure a safe and healthy environment for everyone. This blog post will...
Teaching Good Hygiene: A Guide for Elementary Educators
Introduction Hygiene is an essential part of our daily routine, keeping our bodies clean and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Good hygiene also has social benefits, as it makes others around us feel more comfortable. This blog post will discuss the importance of...
Adapting to New Back-to-School Routines: Skills for a Safe and Healthy Environment
Introduction As schools reopen with new guidelines and regulations, it is essential for educators to help students adapt to these changes while ensuring a safe and healthy environment. The following skills will assist students in understanding the importance of...
Understanding Body Language: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction Body language is a crucial aspect of communication that often goes unnoticed. It involves using our bodies to convey messages and express our feelings. In some cases, our body language can unintentionally send the wrong message to others, leading to...
Teaching Conversation Drivers and Stoppers with Bingo: A Social-Emotional Learning Activity
Introduction Developing effective communication skills is essential for middle school students as they navigate social situations and build relationships. One important aspect of communication is understanding the difference between conversation drivers and...
Helping PreK Students Embrace Change with an Open Mind
Introduction Change can be difficult for young children, often causing feelings of anger or worry. In order to help PreK students cope with change, we can teach them the concept of having an Open Mind. An Open Mind is receptive to new ideas and changes, which helps...
Enhancing Listening Skills and Engagement in PreK Students
Introduction It's essential for young learners to develop strong listening skills and stay engaged during group discussions. In this blog post, we will explore a no-prep activity that helps PreK students practice listening, focus on the discussion, and mentally answer...
Regaining Self-Control: A Guide for Kindergarten Educators
Introduction Teaching young children to recognize their feelings and regain self-control is an essential part of their development. By learning to identify their emotions and physical sensations, kindergarten students can take steps to get back in control and maintain...
Teaching PreK Students the Art of Diverse Conversations
Introduction As young learners navigate the world of social interactions, they may find themselves fixated on one topic or interest. While it's natural for children to have favorite subjects, it's also essential to teach them the importance of diverse conversations....
Building Friendships: A Guide for Educators in Special Education
Friendships play a crucial role in the social-emotional development of students. As educators, we can help our students form meaningful connections by teaching them essential skills for building friendships. This blog post will provide an overview of these skills, a...
