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Safe or Unsafe Cyber Skills Practice for Middle School
Download Activity and Lesson Plan In today’s digital age, equipping middle schoolers with the knowledge and skills to navigate the online world safely is more important than ever. As middle school counselors, you play a crucial role in this educational journey. This...
Elementary Problem-Solving Poster
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Elementary school counselors, social workers, and psychologists play a critical role in teaching students essential life skills, and problem-solving is at the heart of these. This blog post provides a detailed lesson plan centered...
Taking Breaks Matching Activity for Preschool
Download Interactive Activity For preschoolers, understanding how to manage overwhelming emotions by taking breaks is a vital skill. This blog post offers a detailed lesson plan centered around a preschool Taking Breaks Matching Activity, a printable PDF that helps...
Free Preschool Problem-Solving Visuals
Download Interactive Activity In the journey of early childhood development, teaching preschoolers self-regulation and problem-solving skills is pivotal. This blog post aims to provide early childhood special educators with a practical and engaging lesson plan,...
Interactive Check-In for Healthy High School Dating
Download Activity and Lesson Plan In high school, students often begin to explore dating, but may not be equipped with the knowledge to navigate these relationships healthily. This blog post introduces a lesson plan tailored for high school counselors, featuring an...
Free Printable Feeling Emojis
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Emotional recognition and identification are crucial skills for elementary students, particularly those with unique learning or behavioral needs. This blog post offers a detailed lesson plan for special educators, centered around the...
Free Pre-K Interactive Sequence Activity on Transitions
Download Interactive Activity Transitioning between activities is a key skill for preschool children. As early childhood educators, we want this to go smoothly but it can sometimes be marked by resistance from our youngest learners. To ease this process, we've...
Free Elementary Self-Advocacy Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Teaching elementary students, especially those in special education, to advocate for themselves is a crucial skill. It empowers them to speak up for their needs and accommodations in the learning environment. This blog post offers a...
Free Discussion on Building Confidence and Self-Worth in High School
Download Activity and Lesson Plan High school counselors, social workers, and school psychologists play a pivotal role in nurturing the confidence and self-worth of students. This blog offers a comprehensive lesson plan, including a "Free Discussion on Building...
No-Prep Activities
Shared Interests: A Key to Building Connections for High School Students
Introduction Building connections with peers can be challenging for high school students, especially when they are unsure how to initiate conversations or find common ground. One effective way to help students overcome these challenges is by encouraging them to...
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 Polite Ways to Decline Invitations: An Activity for Special Education
Introduction As educators, we want our students to develop strong social skills that will help them navigate through various social situations. One such skill is the ability to politely decline invitations when they don't want to or can't attend an event. This blog...
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...
Teaching Conversation Skills to Kindergarten Students: Start and End the Conversation
It's essential to instill good communication habits in young children, and kindergarten is the perfect time to start teaching them the basics of conversation. This blog post will explore the importance of starting and ending conversations for kindergarten students and...
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
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...
Conquering Anxiety: Activities and Strategies for Middle School Students
Introduction Anxiety can be a powerful force, causing feelings of worry and fear that can interfere with our ability to think positively and care for ourselves and others. In order to address anxiety, it's important to develop healthy daily habits and personal skills...
Teaching Elementary Students to Use a Filter in Their Thoughts and Communication
In today's world, it is essential for students to develop effective communication skills to build strong relationships and avoid misunderstandings. One key aspect of communication is learning to use a filter, which means thinking about what you're going to say before...
Teaching Tone of Voice in Social-Emotional Learning for Special Education
Introduction In social-emotional learning, it's crucial for students to recognize and express emotions through their tone of voice. Tone of voice is an essential aspect of communication, as it helps convey feelings and emotions that may not be apparent through words...
Teaching Kindergarten Students Safe Stair Climbing Skills and Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction As educators, it is essential to teach kindergarten students not only academic skills but also social-emotional learning (SEL) skills to help them navigate their environment safely and respectfully. One such skill is safe stair climbing, which involves...
Enhancing Focus in the Classroom: Activities and Strategies for Educators
As educators, one of our primary goals is to help students develop the ability to maintain focus and avoid distractions in the classroom. By improving focus, students can better understand and retain information, leading to increased academic success. In this blog...
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...
Teaching the Importance of Showering and Hygiene to Special Education Students
Introduction Showering is a vital part of our daily hygiene, which helps us maintain a clean and healthy body. Good hygiene is essential for our well-being and also makes others more comfortable around us. Teaching students about the importance of showering and...
Teaching Students to Recognize Emotions Through Facial Expressions and Body Language
Introduction As educators, we know that understanding emotions is crucial for students to build strong relationships and navigate social situations effectively. One way to teach students about emotions is by helping them recognize facial expressions and body language....