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Thanksgiving Friendship Activity
Thanksgiving Friendship Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is the season of gratitude, reflection, and togetherness. It’s also the perfect time to help students strengthen their social-emotional skills by exploring the concept of friendship. Everyday Speech’s Thanksgiving...

Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft
Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, gratitude, and togetherness, and what better way to engage students in these values than with a creative and meaningful craft? Everyday Speech’s Thanksgiving Turkey Placemat Craft is a fun and...

Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity
Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to teach students about gratitude and appreciation. Everyday Speech offers a creative way to engage young learners with the Elementary Gratitude Thanksgiving Activity, featuring a Gratitude...

Thankfulness Craft Activity for Elementary Students
Thankfulness Craft Activity for Elementary Students

Access FREE SEL materials today In the spirit of Thanksgiving, educators have a wonderful opportunity to teach gratitude, empathy, and reflection. One fun and impactful way to engage students in this learning is through Everyday Speech’s Thankful Tree activity, an...

Engaging Digital Self-Regulation Game
Engaging Digital Self-Regulation Game

Access FREE SEL materials today Looking for an interactive way to teach self-regulation? Everyday Speech offers an engaging digital self-regulation game perfect for middle school special education classrooms. In this adventure game, students help rescue skiers...

How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity
How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity

Access FREE SEL materials today Teaching preschoolers to recognize and understand emotions is a crucial part of their social-emotional development. Everyday Speech’s How Do You Feel Interactive Preschool Matching Activity offers a fun and interactive way to introduce...

Retro Social Communication Game for High Schoolers
Retro Social Communication Game for High Schoolers

Access FREE SEL materials today In the ever-evolving world of social communication, engaging high school students can be challenging. That’s where Everyday Speech’s latest addition, the Social Navigator game, steps in. This retro social communication game for high...

Helping Middle Schoolers Say No to Peer Pressure
Helping Middle Schoolers Say No to Peer Pressure

Access FREE SEL materials today In middle school, students often face challenging social situations and pressure to fit in. Knowing how to say no and advocate for themselves is crucial for building confidence and resilience. However, many students find it hard to...

No-Prep Activities

Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Staying with the Group
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Staying with the Group

Introduction In the early stages of a child's development, learning to stay with the group is crucial for fostering positive social interactions and building strong relationships. This blog post will focus on an engaging no-prep activity for teaching PreK students the...

Teaching Kindergarteners to Think Before They Speak
Teaching Kindergarteners to Think Before They Speak

As educators, we strive to teach our students not only academic skills but also important social-emotional skills. One such skill is the ability to think before speaking, especially when it comes to potentially hurtful thoughts. By teaching kindergarten students to...

Teaching Independence to PreK Students: Activities and Discussions
Teaching Independence to PreK Students: Activities and Discussions

Developing independence is an essential skill for young children. As they grow, they will encounter situations that require them to be self-sufficient and make decisions on their own. In this blog post, we will explore an engaging, no-prep activity that promotes...

Teaching Waiting and Safe Hands Skills to Special Education Students
Teaching Waiting and Safe Hands Skills to Special Education Students

Introduction Teaching waiting and safe hands skills to students in special education is essential to their social-emotional development. These skills help students practice patience, self-control, and respect for others' personal space. This blog post will explore an...

Learning to Accept Help: A Guide for Elementary Educators
Learning to Accept Help: A Guide for Elementary Educators

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of teaching students to accept help from others, especially when they are struggling with a task. Accepting help is a crucial social-emotional skill that can enhance students' learning experiences and foster a positive...