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Social Skill Lesson Plans and Articles
December 2022 Content Update
Happy December Everyday Speechies! We have several highlights this month and a bunch of new and exciting things to share with you! Let’s take a look! This month, we are continuing to add materials to the Building Confidence goal we released last month! You will...
How to Teach Conversation Skills to Elementary Students
Hi again from Iris! Today our focus is teaching conversation skills to elementary students.In this lesson, we share a free video and visual tools to make teaching conversation skills as easy and stress-free as possible!First, let's start with a warm-up...
How to Support Child-Led Play
Welcome back! Iris here. As parents or educators, we often look at children’s milestones: Is the child applying the right amount of pressure for handwriting?Can they jump?Are their language skills progressing?and so on… I’d argue that play is just as important...
3 Activities for Teaching Basic Conversation Skills
Hello, Iris here! When was the last time you were an active part of a rewarding conversation? How did it feel? Maybe there were laughs, you felt seen, you got to share a story, or listened well. There are many ways we can connect, nonverbally and across language...
No-Prep High School Lessons to Teach Job Skills
You likely have a distinct visual and emotional memory of your first job. A first job is a key life milestone. It’s one more step towards independence and adulthood. My first job was to grade math assignments at an afterschool support center. I was a sophomore...
No-Prep Late Elementary Lessons to Teach Problem Solving
Welcome back! Iris here. This lesson is for learners grades 3-5 (late or upper elementary) and is a topic I consider of utmost importance—problem solving! Everyday Speech’s Social Communication Curriculum provides a thoughtful and pre-prepped roadmap for teaching...
SEL and Digital Wellness
With the rise of technology use in and out of the classroom, the digital world has become a central part of our learners’ life experiences, relationships, and identities. So, what can we do to support the digital wellness of our learners? The answer is...
The Whole-Child Approach and Why it Matters
If you work in education, you’ve likely heard of the “whole-child approach” to teaching. Rather than solely focusing on narrowly-defined academic achievement benchmarks, the whole-child approach incorporates a broader view of the skills and knowledge that all...
No-Prep Early Elementary Lesson to Teach Emotional Recognition
Welcome back! This is Iris again, your local Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). Today I am zooming in on our early-learners—think K to 2nd grade. This is my favorite crowd to teach emotional recognition to. The key to engagement is integrating high-quality content,...
No-Prep Activities
Teaching PreK Students the Value of Fairness and Letting Others Be First
Introduction As educators, one of the key skills we aim to teach our students is the value of fairness and the importance of letting others be first. This lesson is designed to help PreK students understand that being first isn't always the most important thing and...
Teaching Students to Use Words for Attention: Strategies for Special Education
Introduction One of the essential skills in social-emotional learning is teaching students the importance of using words when seeking attention from others. This skill is particularly crucial for students in special education, as they may face unique challenges in...
Teaching Personal Space to Kindergarten Students: Activities and Discussions
Introduction Personal space is an essential concept for children to learn, as it helps them understand and respect the boundaries of others. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of teaching personal space to kindergarten students and provide a no-prep...
Color Breathing: A Mindfulness Activity for Special Education Students
Introduction Color Breathing is a mindfulness activity designed to help students in Special Education settings feel more calm and relaxed. This breathing meditation encourages students to use their imagination to create pictures in their minds, which can positively...
Act It Out! Role-Playing Game for High School Students: Tone of Voice
Introduction Communication is a crucial aspect of our lives, and the way we convey our messages can significantly impact how others perceive us. Tone of voice is an essential component of effective communication. In this blog post, we will discuss a fun and engaging...
Teaching Students to Be the Bigger Person in Conflicts: A Guide for Educators
Introduction In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of being the bigger person in conflicts, an essential skill for students in developing healthy relationships and navigating social situations. When faced with hurtful actions or words from others, it is...
Teaching Middle School Students to Respond to Compliments: A Social-Emotional Learning Guide
Introduction Compliments are an essential part of interpersonal communication, as they help to build positive relationships and boost self-esteem. Teaching middle school students how to properly respond to compliments is a crucial aspect of their social-emotional...
Teaching the Art of Saying Goodbye: A Guide for Educators
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching our students not only academic skills but also essential social skills. One such skill is the art of saying goodbye. This seemingly simple action holds great significance in building and maintaining...
Teaching Students to Communicate Respectfully with Attractive Peers
Introduction As educators, it is essential to teach students how to interact respectfully and appropriately with their peers, especially when they find someone attractive. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, we can guide students to be more...
Teaching the Importance of Apologies and Sincerity in Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction Apologizing is a crucial social-emotional skill that allows students to recognize and accept responsibility for their actions, and show empathy for others. By teaching the importance of apologies and sincerity, educators can help students develop healthy...
Treating Friends Fairly: A Guide for Educators on Social-Emotional Learning
Introduction As educators, it's important to teach students about the value of fairness in friendships. Being fair means treating people the same way we would want to be treated, regardless of the circumstances. In this blog post, we will explore an easy-to-implement,...
Teaching Students to Recognize Sarcasm and Disguised Thoughts
Introduction Sarcasm is a common form of communication that can be challenging for students to understand. It is a type of disguised thought, where a person's words have more than one meaning. People often use sarcasm to be funny or make a point. In this blog post, we...
Teaching Effective Lining Up Skills: A Social-Emotional Learning Approach for Elementary Students
Introduction Lining up is a common activity in elementary schools that helps maintain order and discipline. Teaching students effective lining up skills is essential for smooth transitions between activities, preventing chaos, and fostering a respectful classroom...
Teaching Personal Space: The Importance of Maintaining an Invisible Bubble
Introduction Personal space is a crucial aspect of social interaction and communication, and it plays a significant role in our everyday lives. This invisible bubble that surrounds our bodies helps us feel comfortable around others and varies depending on the...
Building Positive Playtime Experiences: An Educator’s Guide
Introduction Playtime is a crucial aspect of a child's development, as it offers opportunities to learn valuable social skills and build positive relationships with their peers. As an educator, teaching children how to share, ask for permission, and respect others'...
