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New Year’s Goal Class Bulletin Board
Access FREE SEL materials today The start of a new year offers the perfect chance to unite your classroom under a shared goal. Everyday Speech’s New Year's Goal Class Bulletin Board activity encourages students to think collectively while also reflecting on their...
New Year Goal SEL Activity
Access FREE SEL materials today The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to teach students the importance of goal-setting. Everyday Speech’s New Year Goal SEL Activity provides a fun and interactive way for students to set meaningful, personal goals. This...
Yoga for Kids: Free Worksheet and Video with Easy Yoga Poses
Download Free Mindfulness Activities Yoga, breathing exercises, and calming strategies for kidsHelping kids manage their energy and emotions can be a challenge. One effective way to support self-regulation, focus, and stress relief is through yoga for kids. By...
How Everyday Speech Supports Social Workers at Wilmette Public Schools
Jami Jacobs has been a school social worker at Central Elementary School in Wilmette, IL, for 23 years. Prior to using Everyday Speech, the school struggled to find a program that offered both communication and social skills curriculum for all students. After piloting...
Why School Culture Is Failing: The Unspoken Role of Social Skills in Teacher Burnout and Student Disengagement
Today, schools operate as intricate ecosystems, where school culture significantly shapes the well-being and achievement of students and educators. Amid escalating rates of teacher burnout, a mass exodus from the profession, and increasing student disengagement,...
Student and Group Organization for Student Services Professionals
Access FREE SEL materials today Whether you're a special education teacher, school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or speech-language pathologist (SLP)—you know that staying organized is key to helping your students thrive. With the new Student and Group...
Helping Middle Schoolers Budget their Time
Access FREE SEL materials today Time management and organization are crucial skills that can significantly impact a middle schooler's academic success and personal well-being. However, many students struggle to budget their time effectively, leading to stress, missed...
How to Teach Personal Hygiene: Free Lesson Plan and Hygiene Checklist for Teens
Teaching middle and high school students about personal hygiene is essential for their well-being, confidence, and social interactions. A well-maintained personal hygiene routine not only helps students feel good about themselves but also enhances their social...
Teaching Elementary Students Group Work in the Classroom
Access FREE SEL materials today Introduction Teaching elementary students how to work effectively in groups not only enhances their academic performance but also helps them develop critical life skills. One key aspect of this education involves teaching...
No-Prep Activities
Teaching Problem-Solving Skills to Middle School Students: A Social-Emotional Learning Approach
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our students not just academic skills, but also valuable life skills that can help them navigate the world with confidence. One such skill is problem-solving, which enables students to assess...
Being Tuned In: Developing Skills for Social Awareness and Mindful Choices
Introduction Being tuned in is all about being aware of our own actions and the actions of others around us. This ensures that our behavior is appropriate for the current situation and doesn't cause discomfort or distress to others. By teaching students how to be...
Teaching Conversation Skills to Special Education Students: A No-Prep Activity
Introduction Teaching conversation skills to special education students is an essential part of their social-emotional learning. In this blog post, we will discuss an engaging no-prep activity that helps students understand the importance of taking turns and keeping...
Teaching the Self-Controller Scanner: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction Controlling thoughts and feelings is a crucial skill for students to develop, especially in Special Education settings. The Self-Controller Scanner is a tool that can help students understand their emotions and regain control when needed. This technique...
Teaching PreK Students Conversation Drivers and Stoppers: A Fun Bingo Activity
Introduction Effective communication is an essential skill for children to develop from an early age. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of conversation drivers and stoppers, and how they impact the flow of a conversation. Conversation drivers are...
Teaching PreK Students to Express Excitement: Activities & Discussion Questions
In this blog post, we will explore the importance of teaching PreK students how to express excitement through their tone of voice and other nonverbal cues. We will provide a no-prep activity, discussion questions, related skills, and encourage you to sign up for free...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Sharing and Its Impact on Feelings
Introduction Sharing is an essential social skill that helps children develop empathy, build relationships, and create a sense of fairness. For PreK students, understanding the importance of sharing and its impact on others' feelings can be difficult. This blog post...
Helping Students Stay Calm and Improve Communication
Special education teachers often face challenges in helping students develop effective communication skills. One such challenge is when a student becomes overly focused on a single topic or question, which can lead to repetitive and potentially uncomfortable...
Background Brief: Enhancing Communication Skills Through Storytelling
As educators, we understand the importance of effective communication and storytelling skills for our middle school students. In this blog post, we'll introduce you to Background Brief, a fun and engaging game designed to help students improve their storytelling...
Teaching High School Students the Art of Small Talk
Introduction Communication is an essential aspect of social-emotional learning, and one of the fundamental communication skills is small talk. Small talk is a brief, polite conversation with someone, often focused on topics such as recent events, shared interests, or...
Making Plans with Friends: A Guide for Elementary Educators
Introduction Social-Emotional Learning is a crucial aspect of a child's development. One essential skill for students to learn is how to make plans with friends. This involves communication, collaboration, and empathy. In this blog post, we will discuss an activity...
Developing Social Chameleon Skills on the Playground
Being a social chameleon is a valuable skill that helps students adapt their behavior to different social situations, enabling them to get along with others and enjoy a harmonious playtime. In this blog post, we will discuss an easy-to-implement activity for educators...
Teaching PreK Students Conversational Beginnings and Endings
Introduction Conversations are an essential part of our daily lives, and helping PreK students develop the skills to start and end conversations is crucial for their social-emotional development. In this blog post, we will explore a no-prep activity to teach these...
Teaching Students to Make Connected Comments for Effective Conversations
Introduction In any conversation, it's essential for participants to make connected comments to ensure the dialogue remains engaging and on-topic. Connected comments are responses that relate to the ongoing conversation, which helps maintain a cohesive discussion and...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Being Helpful
Introduction Being helpful is an essential skill for children to learn, as it promotes kindness and respect towards others. It is crucial for educators to teach this skill to PreK students in order to foster a positive environment in the classroom and help students...
