Additional Resources Books Start Where You Are: A Journal for Self-Exploration Me and My Feelings: A Kids’ Guide to Understanding and Expressing Themselves by NBCT Vanessa Green Allen, M.Ed. Anxious Ninja: A Children’s Book About Managing Anxiety and Difficult Emotions by Mary Nhin and Jelena Stupar
When a holiday is coming up, it can be hard for everyone to remain focussed amid the excitement. We’re here to help! As the calendar turns and anticipation builds, our holiday printables will take your students beyond traditional coloring sheets and word searches, keeping them engaged, learning, and having fun! … Read more
Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle SEL Skill(s): Communication Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Chart Paper Sorting Mat for Elementary Cards for Elementary Sorting Mat for Middle Cards for Middle Communication Skill Worksheets Lesson Instructions Prep: You can choose to complete the activity through a whole group discussion or as a … Read more
Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle School SEL Skill(s): Communication, Social Initiation Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Friendship Traits PDF Good Friends Printable Making and Keeping Friends Activity Instructions In this activity, students will cut out the statement strips and mix them up on their desk. Students will then read each … Read more
No matter the time of year, there may be some students still feeling left out, not sure how to become part of the group. Maybe they’re new to the class or school, or just slower to make connections with peers. Here’s an idea for how to make friends at school, … Read more
Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle School SEL Skill(s): Social Initiation Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Crayons, Markers, or Pencils Chart Paper Find Someone Who Printable Find Someone Who Lesson Instructions Prep: At the top of the chart paper write “Social Initiation: Meeting New People.” Hang it in a visible space … Read more
