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Social Skill Lesson Plans and Articles
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
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
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...
December Content Updates
Hi Everyday Speechies! We hope you're gearing up for some very well-deserved time off! Finish the year strong with our December content updates, including new activities, videos, and games! Start your holiday celebrations with our new printable gratitude activity,...
New Data Tracking and Goal Bank Resources
We are excited to announce that subscribers now have access to our brand new informal data tracking and goal bank for our Social Communication Curriculum! These evidence-based resources support teachers and professionals with goal setting, data tracking, and...
November Content Updates
We know your plate is full (Thanksgiving pun intended). That's why we're bringing you tools and resources to help save you time and stress, like our newly added Student Data Tracking sheets (sample) and Goal Bank for Social Communication Curriculum (SCC) subscribers!...
Why Gratitude Matters
What are you grateful for? You’ve probably heard this question multiple times over the years, likely at a Thanksgiving dinner. Take a moment and think about what you’re grateful for now. Got it? Now, how do you feel? Chances are you feel a little more content,...
Teaching Students Social Awareness
Learners who are socially aware can take others’ perspectives, identify how others may be feeling, and recognize and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds. Why is social awareness important for social-emotional learning? Teaching students to empathize with...
Teaching Students Self-Awareness
Teaching students self-awareness will help them to better understand themselves, their emotions, thoughts, values, and cultural identities. It's a skill that addresses the question we all have: “Who am I?” Why teaching students self-awareness is important for...
No-Prep Activities
Building Friendships: An Engaging Activity for Educators
Introduction Friendships are an essential part of a student's social-emotional development. As educators, it's important to teach students how to make friends, maintain healthy relationships, and recognize the qualities of a good friend. This blog post will discuss an...
Teaching Kindergarteners About Blurting and Its Effects in the Classroom
Introduction Blurting is a common behavior among kindergarten students. It occurs when a child speaks out loud without waiting for their turn or being called upon by the teacher. While it can be challenging for young children to resist blurting out, it's important to...
Uncovering Students’ Strengths: A Guide for Educators
Every student possesses unique talents and abilities that make them special. As educators, it is our responsibility to help them discover and nurture these strengths. In this blog post, we will explore various types of strengths, including Emotional, Social, Learning,...
Teaching Kindergarten Students How to Ask to Play: A Social Skill for Success
Introduction As educators, we understand the importance of teaching social skills to kindergarten students. One of the essential skills for young children is learning how to ask to play with peers. This skill promotes positive interactions, builds friendships, and...
Incorporating Inclusion: Teaching Students the Value of Including Everyone
Introduction As educators, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment in our classrooms. One key aspect of this is teaching our students the importance of not leaving anyone out. This blog post discusses a no-prep activity that can help middle school...
Teaching the Art of Starting and Ending Conversations
Introduction In social interactions, the way we start and end conversations plays a crucial role in building connections with others. A well-executed conversation demonstrates respect for the other person and helps to avoid misunderstandings. This blog post will...
Teaching PreK Students to Stay on Topic: An Essential Social-Emotional Skill
Introduction Staying on topic is an important social skill for PreK students to develop. It ensures that conversations flow smoothly and helps to build strong relationships with peers and adults. In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of staying on topic and...
Teaching Respectful Behavior: Walking Quietly in the Halls and Classroom Transitions
Introduction Educators working with students in special education understand the importance of teaching respectful behavior and fostering a positive learning environment. One key aspect of respectful behavior is walking quietly in the halls and managing classroom...
Teaching Kindergarten Students the Art of Saying Goodbye
Learning how to say goodbye is an essential social skill for young children. It teaches them how to end conversations and interactions in a polite and respectful manner. This blog post will provide educators with a no-prep activity, discussion questions, related...
Teaching the Importance of Asking for Permission: A Social-Emotional Learning Guide for Elementary Educators
Introduction In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, it is essential for students to develop strong social-emotional skills to navigate relationships, manage emotions, and make responsible decisions. One important social-emotional skill is asking for...
Teaching Empathy: Putting Yourself in Someone Else’s Shoes
Introduction Empathy is a fundamental skill for building strong connections and fostering positive relationships. By understanding how others feel, we can better communicate and support those around us. This blog post will explore an easy-to-implement activity to...
Changing the Channel: Helping Students Manage Strong Emotions
Introduction Strong emotions like anger, frustration, or sadness can sometimes overwhelm students, making it difficult for them to make good decisions. To help students manage these emotions, it's essential to teach them how to Change the Channel on their feelings....
Staying Calm When Angry: Social-Emotional Learning for PreK Students
Introduction In this blog post, we will discuss the important skill of staying calm when feeling angry, which is a crucial aspect of social-emotional learning for PreK students. Learning how to manage anger and stay calm is essential for young children as they...
Understanding the Difference: Laughing With vs. Laughing At Someone
Introduction As educators, it is essential to teach our students the importance of maintaining healthy and positive social interactions. One crucial aspect of social-emotional learning is understanding the difference between laughing with someone and laughing at...
Topic Radar: Fostering Inclusive Conversations for Special Education Students
Introduction For educators working with students in Special Education, enhancing their communication skills is essential for fostering meaningful relationships and promoting inclusivity. One effective approach is using the concept of Topic Radar. Topic Radar...
