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Interactive Digital Puzzle to Teach Emotional Recognition Skills
Access FREE SEL materials today Emotional recognition is a fundamental skill for preschoolers, particularly for those in special education settings. Understanding and identifying emotions helps children communicate better, build empathy, and develop healthy social...
Helping Middle Schoolers Cope with Jealousy
Access FREE SEL materials today Jealousy is a common but challenging emotion that many middle schoolers experience. It can affect friendships, self-esteem, and academic performance. As a middle school counselor or teacher, you play a crucial role in helping students...
Emotional Recognition Activity for Preschoolers
Access FREE SEL materials today Emotional recognition is a crucial skill for preschoolers, particularly for those who may have special needs. Understanding and identifying feelings can enhance social interactions, improve communication, and foster empathy. One...
Understanding Jealousy: A Lesson Plan for High School Educators
Access FREE SEL materials today Introduction Jealousy is a complex emotion that can significantly impact students' interactions and self-esteem, and that is why its understanding is crucial. Many high school students struggle with jealousy as they are...
Elementary Labeling Feelings Lesson
Why Teach Labeling Feelings? This Elementary Labeling Feelings Lesson is a great first step for all young learners developing their social skills. Teaching students to label their feelings helps them express their emotions appropriately and enhances their social...
Navigating Middle School Friendship: Handling Conflict with Friends
Access FREE SEL materials today Introduction Friendship, especially in the context of middle school, is not just a bond; it's a skill that shapes our social experiences and emotional growth. From learning to communicate effectively to navigating conflicts,...
Self-Regulation Activity for Preschoolers
Access FREE SEL materials today Self-regulation is a critical skill that preschoolers need to start learning early on. It helps them manage their emotions and behaviors in ways that are safe and beneficial to their overall development. For preschool teachers, finding...
Asking for Help Goal Poster for Elementary Students
Access FREE SEL materials today Asking for help is a fundamental skill that children need to learn early in their academic journey. It encourages independence and builds confidence, allowing students to engage more fully with their learning environment. To support...
Job Training Resources for Special Education Students
Access FREE SEL materials today Preparing special education students for the workforce involves not only teaching job-specific skills but also helping them understand which types of jobs best suit their abilities and preferences. In particular, special education...
No-Prep Activities
Empowering Independence: Fostering Self-Reliance in Special Education Students
Introduction Gaining independence is a crucial aspect of personal growth that positively impacts self-esteem, confidence, and opportunities for learning. As students grow up, they increasingly rely less on others and take the initiative to do things on their own. For...
Enhancing Cyber Skills in Texting for PreK Students: Activities and Discussions
Introduction Texting is an important mode of communication in today's digital age, especially for young learners. However, it can be confusing due to the absence of facial expressions and tone of voice, leading to misunderstandings. To navigate these tricky...
Teaching Trust and Confidentiality: The Importance of Keeping Secrets
Introduction Trust and confidentiality are essential components of building healthy relationships. When someone shares a secret with us, it demonstrates their trust in our ability to keep their confidence. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of secrets and...
Adapting to Social Situations with the Voice Scale: A Guide for Educators
Introduction As educators, it's essential to teach our students the necessary skills to adapt to various social situations. One crucial aspect of being a social chameleon is recognizing and adjusting the volume of our voices. The Voice Scale is a valuable tool that...
Act It Out! Role-Playing Game for Elementary Educators to Teach Body Language
Introduction Welcome to Act It Out!, a role-playing game specially designed for elementary educators to teach students about body language. Through this engaging activity, students will learn how their bodies can affect the messages they send to others and improve...
Teaching Students to Identify Interest in Conversations: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction As educators working with students in special education, one of the important skills we can teach is the ability to recognize when someone is genuinely interested in a conversation. This skill is critical for building strong social connections, fostering...
Teaching Responsibility and Handling Frustration: An Activity for Special Education Students
Introduction In life, everyone has to do things they don't want to do. Adults might have to go to work, and students need to go to school. We all have responsibilities, even if we don't like them. In this blog post, we will discuss an activity that helps students in...
Teaching PreK Students to Be the Bigger Person: Activities and Discussions
Introduction As educators, we strive to teach our PreK students valuable life skills that will help them navigate the challenges they may face. One of these essential skills is learning to be the bigger person in difficult situations. When others make us angry or...
Developing Close Friendships: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction Close friendships play a crucial role in our lives, providing emotional support, companionship, and a sense of belonging. For students in special education, developing these friendships can be challenging, but with the right guidance and support, they can...
Teaching PreK Students to Manage Stress with Deep Breathing Techniques
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, even young children can experience stress and anxiety. As educators, we can help them develop healthy coping strategies to manage these emotions. One such technique is deep breathing, which can be easily incorporated into the...
Calming Strategies for Students in Special Education: Activities and Discussion Questions
Introduction Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is an essential aspect of education, especially for students in special education. Teaching calming strategies and self-regulation techniques can help students better manage their emotions and behavior. In this blog post,...
Teaching the Skill of Asking a Friend to Play: Activities and Discussion Questions
In this blog post, we will explore the essential skill of asking a friend to play, which is a crucial aspect of Social-Emotional Learning. We will provide you with a no-prep activity, discussion questions, related skills, and next steps to help educators teach this...
Taking Responsibility: A Key Skill for Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction Taking responsibility is a crucial aspect of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). It means being accountable for our actions, acknowledging our mistakes, and trying to fix them. When students take responsibility, they understand that their choices are their...
Teaching Good Hygiene Practices: A Guide for Educators
Good hygiene is essential for maintaining our health and ensuring that we have positive social interactions. As educators, it's important to promote good hygiene habits among students, so they can develop lifelong routines that keep them healthy and make others feel...
Teaching Kindergarteners Effective Handwashing Techniques and Related Social-Emotional Skills
Introduction Handwashing is an essential skill that everyone should learn from an early age. For kindergarten students, it is important to teach them not only the mechanics of handwashing but also the underlying principles of hygiene and self-care. In this blog post,...