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Interactive Staying Safe Magic Hat Activity
Interactive Staying Safe Magic Hat Activity

Download Interactive Activity As preschool teachers, one of our most crucial responsibilities is ensuring the safety of our students, not just within the classroom but in all aspects of their lives. Teaching young children about safe versus unsafe behaviors can be...

Gaining Independence Lesson for High School
Gaining Independence Lesson for High School

Download Activity and Lesson Plan As high school special education teachers, one of our most rewarding challenges is guiding students toward greater independence. This journey not only prepares them for the adult world but also builds their confidence and self-esteem....

Elementary Problem-Solving Poster
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
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
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
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
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...

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Teaching Problem-Solving Skills Through Social-Emotional Learning
Teaching Problem-Solving Skills Through Social-Emotional Learning

Introduction In our daily lives, we all face problems, both big and small. These problems can arise from our own actions or from circumstances beyond our control. As educators, it's essential to teach our students how to effectively handle these problems by developing...

Calming Break for PreK Students Using Our Senses
Calming Break for PreK Students Using Our Senses

Introduction Educators working with PreK students often face the challenge of helping them self-regulate and manage their emotions. One effective way to do this is by engaging them in a calming activity that uses their senses. This approach is rooted in the principles...

Teaching Conversation Skills with Drivers and Stoppers Bingo
Teaching Conversation Skills with Drivers and Stoppers Bingo

Introduction Developing good conversation skills is essential for kindergarten students as they learn to interact with their peers and adults. One way to teach these skills is through the concept of Conversation Drivers and Stoppers. Conversation Drivers are...

Teaching Students to Advocate for Their Learning Accommodations
Teaching Students to Advocate for Their Learning Accommodations

Introduction Every student has unique learning, social-emotional, and sensory needs. It is essential for educators to understand and accommodate these needs to ensure the success of each student. However, there may be instances when a student's needs are not being met...