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Using Video Modeling to Teach Growth Mindset
Using Video Modeling to Teach Growth Mindset

We have all heard something like, “I will never be good at this,” “I just don’t get it,” or “I give up,” come from our learners. These statements are all examples of having a fixed mindset. As educators, one of our core responsibilities is to encourage learners to...

How to Support a Child After Trauma
How to Support a Child After Trauma

As an educator, how do you support a child after trauma? What do you say to them after something unimaginable happens? How do you help them feel safe again? There are no tricks or magic formulas. Recovering from trauma takes time, not just days or weeks, but...

SEL Summer Homework for Students
SEL Summer Homework for Students

  Educators, as summer approaches, you may be reflecting on all your students have accomplished this past year. You want your students to continue to close gaps and maintain the SEL gains you worked so hard on. How do you equip your students with the right tools...

Strategies for Reducing Student Anxiety
Strategies for Reducing Student Anxiety

Two years post-pandemic, many students across the country are still feeling the effects of COVID-19. Concerns over lost-instruction time is just the tip of the iceberg as many students struggle with mental health concerns, including increased anxiety and misbehavior...

April Content Updates
April Content Updates

Hi Everyday Speechies,  We just dropped a bunch of new games, videos, and activities to support your students with reading the room, problem-solving, keeping conversations going, and more! Plus, we released two new units for Pre-K and K learners: “What are...

New Middle and High School Dating Resources!
New Middle and High School Dating Resources!

Everyday Speech is proud to announce the launch of an all-new skill on the platform: Relationships for Middle and High Schoolers. This new skill features brand new units, including Getting Ready to Date, Dating, and Ending a Relationship. Each unit features...

Teaching Students Self-Advocacy with Everyday Speech
Teaching Students Self-Advocacy with Everyday Speech

With the help of social media, more and more young people are not only joining important conversations⁠—they are leading them. This generation has recognized the power of their voices. They know the importance of advocating for themselves and for others and that’s...

February Content Update
February Content Update

Hi Everyday Speechies, For February, the month of love, we're focusing on loving differences! This could mean celebrating our own unique traits and/or the different qualities and strengths of our peers. When we celebrate differences in all their forms, we create...

January Content Updates
January Content Updates

Hi Everyday Speechies, We’re starting 2022 off strong by releasing over 20 new games, videos, and activities!  Some highlights include an all-new skill category: Job Training for High Schoolers. We’ve also released new videos, worksheets, and games for preschool and...

No-Prep Activities

Surfing the Waves of Conversation: A Guide for Elementary Educators
Surfing the Waves of Conversation: A Guide for Elementary Educators

In this blog post, we will discuss an important aspect of social-emotional learning: guiding students to smoothly transition between conversation topics. Like surfing, conversations need to flow naturally from one topic to another. By teaching students how to ride the...

Effective Communication Skills for Kindergarten Students
Effective Communication Skills for Kindergarten Students

Communication is a vital aspect of social-emotional learning, especially for kindergarten students. By teaching kids effective ways to express themselves, they can build strong relationships with their peers and navigate social situations with ease. In this blog post,...

Teaching Middle School Students the Art of Saying No Respectfully
Teaching Middle School Students the Art of Saying No Respectfully

Introduction As educators, it's our responsibility to help students develop essential life skills, including learning how to set boundaries and communicate effectively. One crucial aspect of communication is understanding when and how to say no respectfully. By...

Teaching PreK Students to Manage Blurting Out in Class
Teaching PreK Students to Manage Blurting Out in Class

Blurting is a common challenge that many educators face with their students. It occurs when students talk out loud when they aren't supposed to, interrupting the flow of the lesson and potentially affecting the learning environment for their classmates. In this blog...

Teaching Problem-Solving Skills to Middle School Students
Teaching Problem-Solving Skills to Middle School Students

Introduction Problem-solving skills are essential for success in life, and it's important to teach these skills to middle school students. As educators, we can help students learn how to identify problems, decide whether they are big or small, seek help when needed,...

Creating Positive First Impressions: A Guide for Educators
Creating Positive First Impressions: A Guide for Educators

Introduction Making a good first impression is crucial for building positive relationships with others. For middle school students, navigating the social landscape can be challenging, and learning how to create a positive first impression can significantly impact...

Two Sides: A Game for Understanding Others’ Feelings
Two Sides: A Game for Understanding Others’ Feelings

Welcome to Two Sides, a game designed to help educators teach middle school students about empathy and understanding the feelings of others. In this blog post, we'll introduce a no-prep activity, discussion questions, and related skills to enhance your students'...

Teaching Personal Hygiene and Its Social Impact to Students
Teaching Personal Hygiene and Its Social Impact to Students

Introduction Personal hygiene is an essential aspect of our lives, affecting our health and social interactions. As educators, it is crucial to teach students about the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene, especially when it comes to how we smell. In this...

Teaching High School Students the Importance of Good Hygiene
Teaching High School Students the Importance of Good Hygiene

Introduction Good hygiene is a crucial life skill that contributes to our overall health and helps us maintain positive relationships with others. As educators, it's essential to teach high school students about the importance of keeping their bodies clean, not only...