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Middle School Maintaining Conversation Lesson
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Introduction We have crafted a maintaining conversation lesson plan for middle school students, designed with straightforward, engaging strategies for your classroom routine. Identifying the Challenges Many factors could make it hard...
No-Prep Lesson Plan: The Conversation Stoplight for 1st Graders
Having a successful conversation involves a lot more than just talking. The skill of active listening and knowing when to speak are critical aspects of effective communication. Enter the Conversation Stoplight, a simple yet powerful tool that guides 1st Graders in...
Free Elementary End-of-Year Reflection PDF
Download Activity and Lesson Plan To have your elementary students reflect on their school year, celebrate all of their accomplishments, and prepare for the year ahead make sure to download this free elementary End of Year Reflection PDF. Teaching End-of-Year...
Free High School Handling Rejection PDF
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Teaching high schoolers to handle rejection is an important social skill to acquire. With Everyday Speech's handling rejection lesson, students can learn to successfully navigate and handle the rejection all teenagers will face. This...
Free Middle School Self-Advocacy Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Teaching middle schoolers to self-advocacy is an important social skill to acquire. With Everyday Speech's self-advocacy lesson, students can learn to independently advocate for themselves and honor their strengths in order to respect...
Free Elementary Self-Advocacy Lesson Plan
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Teaching elementary students to advocate for themselves is an important social skill to acquire. With Everyday Speech's self-advocacy lesson, students can learn to independently advocate for themselves in order to respect their own...
Solving Problems on the Playground Lesson Plan
Download Activity and Lesson Plan One of the social skills we can teach our elementary students is problem-solving skills to be a good sport on the playground. Playground activities often involve social interactions that can be challenging for some students. However,...
Think Before Speaking for Middle School
Download Activity and Lesson Plan It is important to teach middle school students how to think before they speak, especially when it comes to saying hurtful things. Download the free activity above and use the accompanying lesson...
Free Elementary Showing Respect PDF
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Teaching elementary students to show respect to others is an important social skill for them to acquire. With Everyday Speech's Showing Respect lesson, students can learn to be respectful of their peers and follow school rules. To...
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The Power of Small Talk: A Tool in Social-Emotional Learning | Everyday Speech
The Power of Small Talk: A Tool in Social-Emotional Learning | Everyday Speech The Power of Small Talk: A Key in Social-Emotional Learning Within the realm of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), an essential skill that often goes overlooked is the art of making small...
The Power of Belly Breathing: A Soothing Tool for School Counselors
The Power of Belly Breathing: A Soothing Tool for School Counselors The Power of Belly Breathing: A Soothing Tool for School Counselors Stress and overwhelming feelings are ubiquitous, affecting both educators and students alike. As a school counselor, teaching your...
Exploring Deep Breathing: A Key Social-Emotional Skill for 5th Graders
Exploring Deep Breathing: A Key Social-Emotional Skill for 5th Graders Exploring Deep Breathing: A Key Social-Emotional Skill for 5th Graders Introduction Many of us, students and teachers alike, encounter periods of feeling swamped, as if our thoughts are wrapped up...
Unveiling the Power of Belly Breathing: An Essential Tool for 3rd Graders
Unveiling the Power of Belly Breathing: An Essential Tool for 3rd Graders Unveiling the Power of Belly Breathing: An Essential Tool for 3rd Graders Introduction Every student, no matter their age, can sometimes find themselves struggling with the stormy clouds of a...
Enhance Your Classroom with This No-Prep Lesson Plan on Effective Communication Skills
Enhance Your Classroom with This No-Prep Lesson Plan on Effective Communication Skills Enhance Your Classroom with This No-Prep Lesson Plan on Effective Communication Skills Introduction Communication, one of the pillars of Social-Emotional Learning, is a critical...
Navigating Group Dynamics: A No-Prep Lesson Plan for Recognizing and Handling Unhealthy Friendships
Navigating Group Dynamics: A No-Prep Lesson Plan for Recognizing and Handling Unhealthy Friendships Introduction: The Importance of Healthy Group Dynamics The joy of being part of a group of friends cannot be underestimated. Indeed, one of the vital aspects of our...
