Introduction Eating at a friend's house or in any social gathering is an opportunity for elementary students to practice essential social skills. In this blog post, we will discuss the Restaurant Rules, a set of guidelines that help students navigate social events...

Introduction Working together is an essential part of everyday life, especially in classroom settings. An important aspect of collaboration is listening to others' ideas and respecting their opinions. This blog post will focus on the importance of listening in group...

As educators, we understand the importance of teaching social-emotional skills to our elementary students. One valuable skill to foster is the ability to engage in meaningful conversations. In this blog post, we will discuss an engaging activity that helps students...

Introduction Educators know the importance of incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) into their curriculum. One engaging way to help elementary students develop emotional awareness and communication skills is through a fun and interactive game called Emotions...

Introduction Introducing oneself is a fundamental skill that helps individuals establish connections and build relationships. It is essential to teach elementary students how to introduce themselves confidently and appropriately. This blog post will explore the...

Introduction Forming relationships with others is essential for our emotional and mental well-being. These relationships can vary from close friends to acquaintances. Acquaintances are individuals we know slightly, perhaps from the same class or neighborhood, but with...

Introduction Teaching kindergarten students to recognize and understand emotions is an essential skill for their social-emotional development. In this blog post, we will introduce the concept of the Big Three - eyes, eyebrows, and mouth - as a simple yet effective way...

Introduction Active listening is a crucial skill for educators and students alike. It demonstrates our care and respect for others, and helps us know what to do or say in a conversation. By using our body language to show we are paying attention, we can foster a...

Introduction As educators, we strive to teach our students valuable life skills that will help them develop strong social-emotional foundations. One of these essential skills is good sportsmanship. When we play games with our friends, we want to make sure everyone has...

Introduction Welcome to Act It Out!, a role playing game designed to help high school students understand the importance of body language in social situations. This game aims to enhance social-emotional learning by encouraging participants to act out various scenarios...

Introduction Kindergarten students will often need to learn the skill of lining up, which is an essential part of Social-Emotional Learning. Lining up not only teaches students to follow directions but also helps them develop patience, respect for others, and a sense...

Introduction As educators, it is essential to teach students effective communication skills. One critical aspect of communication is understanding the difference between Conversation Drivers and Conversation Stoppers. Conversation Drivers help move a conversation...

Introduction Effective communication is the cornerstone of building strong relationships and fostering a positive learning environment. In this blog post, we will discuss a specific aspect of effective communication: providing sufficient information to avoid...

Introduction As educators, we strive to equip our high school students with the skills they need to succeed academically and socially. One essential skill is asking for clarification when unsure of something. This helps students gain a better understanding of the...

Introduction For middle school students, learning the art of conversation is an important part of their social-emotional development. Conversation Drivers are behaviors that keep a conversation going, while Conversation Stoppers are behaviors that can make a...