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Using ESSER Funding to Support Social-Emotional Learning
Using ESSER Funding to Support Social-Emotional Learning

Are you looking for funding to help cover costs for Social and Emotional learning in your school or district? The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) fund may be the answer.   In 2020 and 2021, Congress passed three stimulus bills that...

How to Integrate Google Classroom with Everyday Speech
How to Integrate Google Classroom with Everyday Speech

Everyday Speech was designed to make the lives of educators easier. In order to achieve this, Everyday Speech has made sharing content as easy as possible. Our Social Learning Platform includes the option to assign homework, share materials, and track student progress...

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...

No-Prep Activities

Teaching Interview Etiquette to Special Education Students
Teaching Interview Etiquette to Special Education Students

Introduction Interview etiquette is an essential skill for students to learn as they prepare to enter the workforce. For special education students, understanding the dos and don'ts of interviews can be particularly valuable in boosting their confidence and increasing...

Teaching Decision-Making Skills to Middle School Students
Teaching Decision-Making Skills to Middle School Students

Introduction The ability to make good decisions is an essential life skill that becomes increasingly important as we grow older. Middle school students face a variety of decisions daily, ranging from social interactions to academic choices. This blog post focuses on...

Teaching the Art of Apologizing to PreK Students
Teaching the Art of Apologizing to PreK Students

Introduction The ability to apologize is a crucial skill for young children to develop, as it forms the foundation for healthy relationships and emotional regulation. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of teaching apologies to PreK students, provide a...

Teaching Empathy: Understanding Others’ Emotions in Middle School
Teaching Empathy: Understanding Others’ Emotions in Middle School

Introduction Empathy is a crucial skill for students to develop, as it allows them to understand and relate to the emotions of others. In this blog post, we will explore an engaging no-prep activity that can help middle school students practice empathy and improve...

Teaching Staying on Topic: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Teaching Staying on Topic: A Guide for Special Education Educators

Introduction Staying on topic is an essential skill for students to develop in order to engage in meaningful and productive conversations. For students in Special Education, learning how to stay on topic can be particularly challenging, but it is crucial for their...

Helping Students Stay Engaged and Focused in Class Discussions
Helping Students Stay Engaged and Focused in Class Discussions

Introduction In a classroom setting, it is essential for students to remain engaged and focused during discussions. When students are not called on, they may become distracted and miss out on important information. This blog post will explore an easy no-prep activity...

Teaching Hygiene and Sneezing Etiquette to Elementary Students
Teaching Hygiene and Sneezing Etiquette to Elementary Students

Introduction Teaching proper hygiene to children is crucial for their well-being and the health of those around them. One essential aspect of hygiene is learning how to cover a sneeze properly. Sneezing into one's elbow or a tissue helps prevent the spread of germs...