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Elementary Labeling Feelings Lesson
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...

Asking for Help Goal Poster for Elementary Students
Asking for Help Goal Poster for Elementary Students

Download 30+ Printable Social Skills Posters Ready-to-use visuals for emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and more Access FREE SEL materials today Asking for help is a fundamental skill that children need to learn early in their academic journey. It encourages...

Job Training Resources for Special Education Students
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

Teaching the Art of Conversation Share to PreK Students
Teaching the Art of Conversation Share to PreK Students

Introduction The Conversation Share is a crucial skill for fostering healthy communication among young learners. It helps children understand the importance of balancing talking and listening in a conversation, ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to express...

Teaching Elementary Students to Observe and Understand Others
Teaching Elementary Students to Observe and Understand Others

In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of teaching elementary students to use their eyes to observe and understand what others are thinking and feeling. By helping students develop these skills, we can foster stronger social connections and a more empathetic...

Understanding Learning Styles: Helping Elementary Students Succeed
Understanding Learning Styles: Helping Elementary Students Succeed

Introduction Everybody learns differently, and our brains have unique learning preferences. These preferences are called learning styles, and it's important for educators to be aware of them to help students succeed. There are four main learning styles: visual,...

Teaching Kindergarten Students to Wait Patiently
Teaching Kindergarten Students to Wait Patiently

Introduction: Teaching young children the importance of waiting patiently is a crucial aspect of their social-emotional development. In this blog post, we will discuss the skill of waiting patiently and provide an engaging no-prep activity for educators to use in...

Boosting Self-Esteem and Self-Worth: A Guide for Educators
Boosting Self-Esteem and Self-Worth: A Guide for Educators

Introduction Self-esteem is the way individuals perceive and value themselves, which can be either positive or negative. Positive self-esteem enables us to respect ourselves, while self-worth is the belief that we are deserving of love and respect from others. These...