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Prepare your students for success beyond the classroom with life skills activities that focus on personal development and practical abilities. This collection includes resources on communication, financial literacy, time management, and more. By integrating these activities into your curriculum, you can equip students with the tools they need to navigate everyday challenges confidently.

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Examining Self-Esteem in the Young: Book 2

Examining Self-Esteem in the Young: Book 2
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities

The Examining Self-Esteem in the Young: Book 2 is a 51-page download divided into 2 main sections - the theoretical base and activity pages. Teachers are able to focus on the importance of healthy self-esteem with the activities in this book. Students will explore topics such as what they do well, achieving together, different points of view and so much more.

Author Ready-Ed Publications

Tags Student Confidence, Self-esteem Activities, Life Skills, Young, Learners

Therapy Dog Classroom Rules – Create, Discuss & Decorate! 🐶🏫 Banner

Therapy Dog Classroom Rules – Create, Discuss & Decorate! 🐶🏫 Banner
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Classroom Decor, Banners, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets

Therapy Dog Classroom Rules Create, Discuss & Decorate! 🐶🏫 Bringing a therapy dog into the classroom is an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also requires clear expectations and structure. This Therapy Dog Rules Pennant Banner is a creative and engaging way to introduce, reinforce, and display important guidelines for students when interacting with a school therapy dog. Whether your school already has a therapy dog or you’re just starting to introduce the idea, these pennants help students understand respectful behavior, responsibilities, and boundaries in a fun and visual way. 🐾 Why This Resource is Perfect for Your Classroom ✔ Encourages Respectful Interactions – Helps students learn how to behave around a therapy dog. ✔ Interactive & Creative – Students can draw, write, or collage their own pennants to personalize the display. ✔ Supports Classroom Discussions – Use as a conversation starter about animal care, empathy, and safety. ✔ A Fun Visual Reminder – Display the banner in the classroom or on the door so rules are always visible. ✔ Perfect for Any Therapy Dog Setting – Ideal for schools, counseling offices, and special education programs. 📌 What’s Included? 📜 Printable Therapy Dog Rules Pennants, featuring: ✔ Ready-made rule templates ✔ Blank versions for students to create their own rules ✔ Simple, clear visuals for all ages ✔ pre-colored for quick use 🎨 How to Use This Resource 1️⃣ Print the pennants and the door sign. 2️⃣ Let students illustrate, decorate, or collage the rules in their own creative way. 3️⃣ Cut out and string the pennants together to create a classroom banner. 4️⃣ Hang the banner somewhere visible to reinforce positive interactions with the therapy dog. 🏆 Classroom Tip: Involve students in writing the rules together before decorating their pennants. This makes them feel more responsible for following the guidelines! 🐶 Why Teachers Love It ✔ “A great way to help kids understand boundaries around therapy dogs.” ✔ “The perfect mix of creativity and structure—students loved making their own rules!” ✔ “Looks great on the classroom wall and actually helps reinforce good behavior!” 🏫 Make Your Therapy Dog Program a Success! Having a therapy dog in the classroom can be an incredible learning experience—but students need guidance to make sure it’s a safe and positive environment. This banner set makes it easy, interactive, and fun to set those expectations! 📥 Download now and start creating your therapy dog-friendly classroom today! 🐾✨ 📍 Best, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨

Author Lernfitness

Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog Classroom Rules

Safety First Audio Book

Safety First Audio Book
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Safety First Audio Book A vital teaching resource designed to equip children with safety knowledge. Tailored for Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, and Grade 2 learners, this tool falls under Special Resources with a major focus on Life Skills. Educator's Primary Choice for Safety Awareness As the significance of safety awareness is understood by educators, this audio book effectively delivers the message in an engaging manner. It entails a single MP3 file titled 'Safety First'. Via engrossing songs and narrated safety rules, pupils will learn crucial concepts such as: Using the buddy system for their well-being When they should dial 9-1-1 Differentiate between good touch from bad touch Necessary everyday precautions The Influence of Auditory Learning Included! A unique feature that sets this teaching resource apart is its format – as an audio book . Auditory learning ensures effective recall while honing students' listening skills. The audio book can be used flexibly – in whole class group sessions to stimulate interactive discussions or in small activities groups to reinforce learned principles. An Ideal Part Of Homework And Home Schooling Assignments Pedagogues can include this as part of homework assignments where pupils could pen down their understanding or share it within their families thus spreading preventive awareness further. Equally practical for homeschooling because of its easy accessibility and structure-independent design; It fits all teaching environments perfectly. Conclusion- Turning Kids Into Aware Individuals From A Young Age ! This indispensable addition to teaching resources aids in shaping aware individuals from early childhood by promoting responsible decision-making abilities through safe practice education - Because when children are safe and informed, they are truly ready for a healthier world outside classroom doors.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Safety Education, Life Skills, Audio Book, Preventative Measures, Awareness

Anger Management Social Story: Interoception & Coping Strategies

Anger Management Social Story: Interoception & Coping Strategies
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Early Learning, Elementary, Worksheets & Printables, Read Alouds, Activities

Many elementary students and students on the Autism Spectrum struggle with identifying how they feel and emotional regulation. Social stories can be a great tool to help bridge that gap and reduce behaviors! This social story focuses on how to know when your students feel angry by practicing interoception and showing examples of what may happen to them when they are feeling angry. The social story then walks them through different coping strategies using visuals so that way students can practice calming themselves down from their anger. With several different formats and additional activities, your students will have a better handle on knowing when they feeling angry, and knowing what to do to calm themselves down to make better choices. If you have students struggling with behaviors out of anger, and are working on making better choices, then this social story is a must have! What's Included? Half-Size Social Story Full Size Social Story Social Story Comic Strip Card Format of the Social Story Anger Choice Board With Coping Skills Coping Strategy Visuals Digital Version of the Social Story Using Google Slides Black and White Versions of the story for ink-friendly printing

Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher

Tags Social Stories Angry, Social Stories About Emotions, Social Stories Autism, Social Stories, Coping Skills Cards, Choice Board, Anger Management, Coping Strategies Visuals, Interoception

Is It Polite or Not Quite...? Perspective Taking Activities

Is It Polite or Not Quite...? Perspective Taking Activities
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

Is It Polite or Not Quite...? Perspective Taking Activities The "Is It Polite or Not Quite...? Perspective Taking Activities" is a teaching resource that provides three distinct activities targeted at helping children understand, engage in and develop appropriate social behavior. It is specifically formatted to support children who may struggle with understanding the effects of their behavior on others. Designed for kindergarteners through to fifth graders, this toolkit expands learning beyond traditional curriculum subjects and delves into life skills. With its core focus on politeness versus rudeness, or as it's playfully phrased, "polite or not quite right", the activities guide students towards becoming more cued into their social environment. A Variety of Materials This pack boasts 54 pages made up of a broad range of materials specifically designed for easy adaptability in different settings and learning dynamics. There are activity charts both in color and black-and-white versions perfect for whole group discussions or smaller group sessions. The black-and-white version also offers teachers an opportunity to customize responses as per their classroom dynamics. Included within are 18 scenario card:s which can serve as conversation starters whether in classrooms or homes. These scenarios help build student confidence while understanding situations that call for polite responses versus those where they might be perceived as being impolite. "Were You Polite?" activity cards: designed with two levels of difficulty—easy and harder versions—that aim at enhancing comprehension rates among all learners depending on their readiness levels. 'Think It' Cards & 'Say It' Cards alongside Thought Bubble/Speech Bubble Activity boards:An innovative approach that aids kids in associating spoken words with corresponding thoughts constructively. Editable Pages For Customization Furthermore, this pack contains editable pages allowing educators to customize tasks based on specific learning needs opening avenues not just for tailored lesson plans but customized homework assignments too. Visually Appealing Posters To augment the lessons conveyed through these innovative tools, there are also visually appealing posters provided which encapsulate the essence- Polite, Not Quite and Lying. It is indeed a resourceful toolkit designed for developing social awareness felicitously among youngsters while making learning fun!

Author Socially Skilled Kids

Tags Politeness, Social Behavior, Perspective Taking, Scenario Cards, Activity Charts

Sometimes I Feel Video Storybook

Sometimes I Feel Video Storybook
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Sometimes I Feel Video Storybook Designed for young learners at the early learning, kindergarten, first grade, and preschool levels, 'Sometimes I Feel' is a video storybook that caters to the dynamic environment of educators. This eBook format product facilitates understanding and discussions about emotions through its simple yet engaging content. The Essence of this Resource Emotion Exploration: The resource employs endearing illustrations and easy-to-understand sentences to exhibit a gamut of feelings such as happiness, sadness, silliness or anger. This encourages children to identify and understand diverse emotions. Diverse Applications: As an MP4 video storybook it is versatile enough be used in group teaching sessions or solo learning assignments. The digital nature allows constant accessibility for students enhancing their independent study skills. Cross-Cultural Exposure: 'Sometimes I Feel' integrates Spanish words & phrases within its content offering immersion in bilingual education without overwhelming young minds. In Today's Context This tool becomes increasingly significant with the growing focus on social-emotional development alongside traditional academics. Its usability is universal - whether you're making strides towards inclusive pedagogics in public schools or aiming at holistic growth during homeschooling sessions. The Goal: Molding Emotionally Balanced Individuals 'Sometimes I Feel', thus not only supplements academic learning but also instills emotional comprehension & empathy among kids from an early stage - one critical step towards shaping balanced individuals of tomorrow!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Emotional Intelligence, Social-emotional Development, Feelings, Bilingual Education, Interactive Storytelling

Keeping the Job Employability Skills Escape Room

Keeping the Job Employability Skills Escape Room
Career, Life Studies, Life Skills, Special Resources, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Escape Room, Activities

Introduction Operation Corporate Rescue is a fun and interactive employability skills Google Form escape room. Students will practice their employability skills while saving the company! Students will enjoy practicing employability skills in a fun and interactive way. You will appreciate the low-prep setup! There is also a detailed answer key so you will know exactly how to help students if they get stuck. This escape room works great for: Career readiness units Advisory or homeroom periods School counseling groups Preparing for College and Career Classes Home School Practice Objectives Practice good communication skills and the ability to follow directions Prioritize tasks based on deadlines and length of task Identify appropriate customer service skills Discover employability skills to keep your job Puzzle Outline Communication - Listen to a set of directions from your "boss" and then answer questions about them. Time Management - Order the tasks that need to be done based on deadlines and time required Customer Service - Fill in the blank to discover customer service best practices Job Retention Job Retention - Match employability skills with their definitions Grades High School Format Interactive Google Form Printable Puzzles PDF (6 pages) Printable Answer Key PDF (6 pages)

Author The Mind Trek

Tags Employability Skills, Career Readiness, TIme Management Skills, Job Skills, Customer Service, Workplace Skills

Executive Functioning Escape Room

Executive Functioning Escape Room
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Escape Room, Activities

Introduction Invasion of the Xalari is a fun and interactive Google Form escape room that help students practice executive functioning skills. Students will enjoy playing the escape room and not even realize they are practicing executive functioning skills while they are saving the planet from an alien invasion. You will appreciate the low-prep setup! There is also a detailed answer key so you will know exactly how to help students if they get stuck. This escape room works great for: Advisory or homeroom periods School counseling groups Organization Groups Executive Functioning Practice for IEPs Home School Practice Objectives Practice Executive Functioning Skills Planning and organization Time Management Flexible Thinking Impulse Control Task Initiation Puzzle Outline Planning and Organizing - Make a plan and organize the steps in chronological order Time Management - Order the tasks based on the amount of time to complete and the difficulty of the task Flexibility and Adaptability - Think outside of the box to write down word colors Impulse Control - Follow a set of directions to locate the correct button Task Initiation and Persistence - Solve a multi-step problem to decode the answer Grades 5th-8th Format Interactive Google Form Printable Puzzles PDF (6 pages) Printable Answer Key PDF (6 pages)

Author The Mind Trek

Tags Middle School Executive Functioning Skills, Executive Functioning Skills, Time Management, Flexible Thinking, Planning, Organization Skills, Impulse Control, Persistence, Flexibility, Adaptability

Vocational Skills Activity: How to Write Your First Resume

Vocational Skills Activity: How to Write Your First Resume
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

How to Write Your First Resume is a special education life skills resource covering everything from recognizing a resume's purpose to creating a professional document highlighting a high school student's skills and achievements. The use of this Vocational Skills Activity will allow students to engage in the following: • Learn how to craft a winning resume for teens and adults without work experience. • Create a clear, concise, effective resume with easy-to-follow templates and prompts. • Provides tips and advice on how to customize the resume for individual needs. • Discusses how students can utilize their coursework, extracurricular activities, and volunteer work to highlight their transferrable skills. • This activity helps individuals present themselves to potential employers more favorably. • Individuals with disabilities who require additional support and guidance in developing essential life skills may benefit from this tool. • Assists individuals in applying for jobs and taking the first step toward their career goals. • The activities are tailored to meet the specific needs of high school students. There are 144 reading comprehension questions in this Vocational Skills Activity ! This activity will assist high school students in developing the necessary life skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. A great place to use this handout is in special education classes or one-to-one settings, such as ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) sessions. High school students working on independent living would benefit significantly from this activity for defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning. Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Vocational Skills Activity ! This activity contains step-by-step instructions, questions, and answers that reinforce learning, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and ideas for implementation. This is the perfect special education activity for grade 10, grade 11, grade 12, and autism life skill centers. This special education life skills handout was designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties developing independent living skills. It's a printable, easy-to-use activity ready to hand out! Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Read a Basic Pay Stub How to Schedule an Appointment How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Strong Password A PDF with 52 unique pages. Color and black-and-white versions of each page are available for this pdf resource.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Employment Related, Adulting On The Spectrum, Career Exploration For High School, Vocational Education For Autistic Teens And Adults, Job Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Resource For Job Coaches , Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Life Skills For Visual Learners, Autism Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension Passages

SEL Boom Cards! Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards

SEL Boom Cards! Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

Title: 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' is an engaging interactive resource designed to help students develop critical social skills. This resource features a total of 26 cards, including 22 for gameplay, jam-packed with engaging content rounded off with jovial jungle sound effects. Every card includes audio, so no reading is required–perfect for younger students or learners needing extra auditory support. The key character here is Cody the chameleon, our friendly guide through this educational journey. He explains the importance of fitting into social situations and behaving as expected within group settings—a vital life skill every student should master early on. This concept bridges such subjects as sociology and psychology while making them accessible for children from preschool to grade two. This digital tool works seamlessly across various devices and web browsers—for convenience at school or home alike. Please note that an internet connection is prerequisite due to its essential online functionalities that provide immediate feedback and encourage self-assessment among students. As educators can attest, resources like these are flexible in their application depending on context: suitable for whole-class instruction in school or during homeschooling sessions; Effective during small-group work fostering cooperative learning; Even applicable as independent activities helping individual pupils advance at their pace accommodating differentiated instruction requirements or homework assignments encouraging continuous learning outside classroom walls. An embedded image houses a paid link within a downloadable PDF format which ensures this resource easily transfers between devices promising accessibility wherever you teach—be it in a traditional classroom environment, at your home office guiding homeschoolers, or anywhere else education happens! Note: It's noteworthy that in order to assign these boom cards encouraging playful pedagogy while providing valuable progress metrics back to teachers healthy rapport between education service providers like teachers, tutors etc., parents/guardians and learners becomes imperative—the provision appointments requiring premium account setup considered seriously by most educators subscribing our services thus balancing user benefits against some manageable costs. In summary, 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' stands as a valuable tool promoting social skills learning through fun, interactive tasks designed for the modern day classrooms of preschoolers to second graders. This product includes a Match The Group fortune teller activity .

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Social Skills, Interactive Resource, Chameleon, Audio Support, Online Learning, Boom Cards, Fortune Teller, Sel, Social Emotional Reading, Counseling

Math Matching Games: 8 Sets of Math Fact Cards for Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Decimals, and Money

Math Matching Games: 8 Sets of Math Fact Cards for Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Decimals, and Money
Special Resources, Life Skills, Math, Fact Families, Early Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Decimals, Multiplication and Division, Division, Money, Fractions, Multiplication, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games

Math Matching Games: 8 Sets of Math Fact Cards Here's a great set of math games to add to you curriculum in grades 2-6. There are 8 different sets of cards to practice math skills across several grades. How to Use: I like using these matching games as a warm-up or as a reward at the end of class. Simply shuffle one of the sets and give each student one card. Give the students a moment to determine their card’s value. Then all students stand up and move SILENTLY around the room. ***(I love having this guaranteed moment of quiet)*** Students show their cards to each other and look for their match/card with the same value (ex. 9+9 and 15+3). Matches move to the side of the room until everyone is paired up. Then you can re-deal and play again! Card Sets Included: Each set has 16 pairs- enough for a class with up to 32 students! Addition facts up to twenty Addition facts up to fifty Subtraction facts Multiplication facts Division facts Equivalent fractions Fraction to decimal conversions Money Grades to Use With: These matching sets can work from grade 2 through 6 depending on which sets you use! Addition and subtraction facts are great for grade 2. Multiplication and division facts and money are great for grades 3-4. Equivalent fractions and fraction to decimal conversions are great for grades 5-6. And any sets can be used to review previously learned skills! What's Included: A total of 33 pages in PDF Format: Title Page and 8 sets of cards with 32 cards in each set. If you enjoy this math game , check out others in my store: Exponent Board Game: Fun and Engaging Math Game for 6th Grade Pre-Algebra: Expression Input Output Game Times Table Game: Multiplication Strategies and Commutative Property

Author Grace Under Pressure

Tags Memory Game, Math Game, Math Facts, Fractions, Decimals, Money, Math Center, Times Tables, Addition And Subtraction, Multiplication And Division

Mindful Kids in 10 Minutes a Day: 3rd-5th Grade

Mindful Kids in 10 Minutes a Day: 3rd-5th Grade
Health, P.E. & Health, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Yoga, Life Skills, Special Resources, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities

We createdMindful Kids in 10 Minutes a Dayto help you easily bring mindfulness to children in 3rd through 5th grades! This done-for-you workbook will provide you with daily activities to help kids find quietude, calm, and focus in the midst of their otherwise-busy day. These simple sensory activities and breathing exercises will provide new tools and helpful strategies for students and children to thrive… today and for many years to come. Have a fresh approach to exploring emotions and finding calm in a way that kids can easily understand…even if you’ve had a hard time getting buy-in from kids in the past. Teach children simple self-regulation and resiliency skills daily that you can easily incorporate at home or in a classroom…without having to hunt for new resources or figure out how to deliver the information. Gain the confidence and tools to introduce mindfulness in the classroom or at home to help anxious children self-regulate better…even when kids say they don’t need it and think it’s “lame.” Explore fun, engaging activities that meet them where they’re at…even when they have a tough time sitting still and are distracted by everything around them. Provide new outlets for kids to interact, connect, and share feelings with one another…even when they’re asked to do so at a distance or with a mask on in person. Discover how to easily embed or integrate mindfulness and breathing exercises during a child's day…regardless of whether it's distance-learning, in class, or a hybrid situation. Capture children’s attention with a variety of interesting sensory activities introduced throughcolorfulworksheets…even if kids show little patience or are not willing to give mindfulness a try. Provide simple, engaging and fun brain and body breaks that children can easily remember and use at home, in the classroom, and anytime to self-regulate and destress…even if your students have zero interest and patience to even begin learning what mindfulness is. Encourage healthy interactions and connections between you and your children and between peers or siblings… even if children are frustrated, short-tempered, or agitated. Help kids become more in touch with their inner world and give them tools to express their moods, feelings, physical sensations, and emotions…even when they lack the words to express their feelings and emotions adequately. Have all the ten-minute exercises in one handy downloadable/printable workbook…so you can easily squeeze mindfulness into an already-packed schedule when you’re pressured to hit every standard and academic requirement. You Will Have Clear Mindfulness Instructions Every Day... Each day, you are provided with a single 10-minute practice to introduce mindfulness to kids. This done-for-you workbook takes the guesswork out of what to do. You open the workbook to the select day and go! You can spend less time trying to figure out what to do… and simply focus on bringing more calm, peace, and joy to your classroom. These activities include a variety of sensory exercises by theme: Listening Monday Feeling Tuesday Touching Wednesday Looking Thursday Breathing Friday

Author Kids Yoga Stories

Tags Kids Yoga Stories, Mindfulness, Mindful, Calming Resources, Breathing Exercises, Kids Yoga

Anxiety Social Story For Identifying Triggers & Coping Skills

Anxiety Social Story For Identifying Triggers & Coping Skills
Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Activities

This anxiety social story will help students learn all about identifying triggers, specifically with anxiety, and introduces anxiety specific coping skills that they can use to self-regulate! Anxiety in our students is on the rise, and not just with students on the Autism Spectrum, but any of our students! And what I have found is that our students struggle to understand what makes them anxious or worried. This social story helps to alleviate that problem as it introduces common anxiety triggers that help students pinpoint exactly which situations cause them to feel stressed, scared, or even worried. After identifying triggers of anxiety, the story then discusses practical ways to calm themselves down, to help promote emotional regulation. And the best part is, the social story is just the tip of the iceberg! It includes coping skill cards and a choice board with multiple calming strategies that your students can use in their everyday lives! So not only are you introducing the concepts in the social story, but you are able to reinforce the concepts in the classroom as well! Needing a digital option? I’ve got you covered! This also includes a digital version of the story with the same concepts so that way you can use it for class lessons, in anxiety small groups, or even on a tablet!

Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher

Tags Anxiety Social Story, Anxiety Coping Skills, Anxiety Worksheets, Anxiety Small Group, Identifying Triggers, Triggers, Emotional Regulation, Social Stories Autism, Autism Resources

Therapy Dog Door Signs – Clear Communication

Therapy Dog Door Signs – Clear Communication
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Not Grade Specific, Adult Education, Classroom Decor, Banners, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets

Therapy Dog Door Signs – Keep Your Classroom Calm & Organized 🐶🚪 A therapy dog in school is wonderful—but clear communication makes it even better! When a therapy dog is part of your school, it’s important that everyone—students, teachers, and visitors—knows how to interact appropriately. Sometimes the dog is available for visits, sometimes resting, and other times they need a quiet space to recharge. Instead of constantly reminding students when it’s okay to interact, these removable door signs do the work for you! With simple, easy-to-read messages, these signs help set clear expectations so that students respect the therapy dog’s needs while still enjoying all the benefits of having one at school. 🐾 Why These Signs Are Helpful for Any Therapy Dog Program ✔ Prevents classroom disruptions – No more students knocking or entering at the wrong time. ✔ Helps students learn respect – Teaches kids to recognize when the therapy dog needs rest. ✔ Perfect for schools, counseling offices, and classrooms – Works anywhere a school therapy dog is present. ✔ Easy to switch – The signs are removable, so you can update them as needed throughout the day. ✔ Kid-friendly design – Simple words and visuals make it easy for even young students to understand. 📌 What’s Included? 📜 A Set of Printable Therapy Dog Door Signs 🐶 "Therapy Dog Inside – Please Enter Quietly" 🐶 "Therapy Dog Resting – Do Not Disturb" 🐶 "Therapy Dog on a Break – Will Be Back Soon" ✔ Clear and student-friendly wording ✔ Easy-to-print format for flexible use 💡 How to Use These Signs in Your School 📍 Print & laminate for durability. These signs will last all year with lamination! 📍 Attach with Velcro or a removable adhesive. This makes it quick and easy to change the sign depending on the therapy dog’s schedule. 📍 Place them at the classroom or office door. Anywhere the therapy dog is working or resting, these signs help students understand what to do. 📍 Let students take responsibility. Assign a student helper to change the sign when needed—it’s a great way to involve them in learning about animal care and respect. Why Teachers Love These Signs ✔ "My students used to walk in loudly, but now they stop and check the sign first!" ✔ "It’s made a big difference—fewer interruptions, and our therapy dog is much calmer." ✔ "I laminated them, and now they’re a daily part of our routine. So helpful!" 🐶 A Simple Solution for a Well-Organized Therapy Dog Program Bringing a therapy dog into a school setting is such a rewarding experience, but a little structure makes it even smoother. These removable therapy dog door signs help set clear expectations so that both students and the therapy dog feel safe and comfortable. 📥 Print them today and make your school’s therapy dog experience even better! 🐾✨ 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨

Author Lernfitness

Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog Classroom Sign

Fairness Song (MP3)

Fairness Song (MP3)
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Songs, Activities

The Fairness Song (MP3) is a great way for students to learn how to treat each other fairly at home and at school. This song is a great way to teach kids the importance of treating others fairly.

Author Have Fun Teaching

Tags Character Education

Hey Bully Song (Original Music Video)

Hey Bully Song (Original Music Video)
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Songs, Activities

This product is the Hey Bully Song (Original Music Video). It is a great resource for teachers to use to help their students learn how to deal with bullies. The song is catchy and the video is great. This product will help teachers in the USA to teach their students about bullying.

Author Have Fun Teaching

Tags Character Education

Practical Life Skills - Independent Living - Accessible Audio Book Gr. 9-12+

Practical Life Skills - Independent Living - Accessible Audio Book Gr. 9-12+
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Read Alouds, Activities

Practical Life Skills - Independent Living: An Accessible Audio Book for Grades 9-12+ The Practical Life Skills - Independent Living is a comprehensive teaching tool curated specifically for grades 9 to 12. It equips students with essential life skills, preparing them for independent living. Main Features This resource extensively covers everyday essentials beyond the academic scope, focusing on key areas of real-life such as understanding the differences between renting and owning a home. It introduces students to expenses related to independent living like utility bills and grocery shopping. Learners gain knowledge on navigating public transportation systems, planning efficient commute times via bus routes. Maintaining safety preparedness by encouraging creation of individual fire escape plan forms an essential part of this resource's lessons division. The content promotes eco-friendly behavior and budgeting by correlating energy conservation with financial savings in real-world scenarios. Accessibility Focus Incorporating accessibility features such as embedded text-to-speech functionalities and customizable text sizes, ensures easy accessibility for visually impaired or those with specific learning/physical conditions impacting content interaction. The design incorporates vibrant images against sharp contrasting backgrounds to enhance visual comprehension coupled with logically sequenced bite-sized information chunks rendering sectional ease in understanding. Versatility & Use Cases This tool can be employed flexibly in various pedagogical methods from group-based instruction plans to individual assignments—it includes approximately 130 printable pages within a single PDF file. Applicable under "Life Skills" subsection within Special Resources; it proves handy for educators aiming at comprehensive student development—not just academically but holistically—and homeschoolers seeking supplement resources enriching their curriculum diversity extensively. Summary The Practical Life Skills - Independent Living offers a broad-spectrum yet easily approachable resource for encouraging student growth towards adulthood through mastering practical skills integral to independent living. It promises versatility applying from group to individual teaching methods ensuring comprehensive coverage and inclusivity in all educational settings.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Life Skills, Audio Book, Transportation, Word Search, Comprehension Quiz

Mind over Manners: Poems, Discussion and Activities About Responsible Behavior

Mind over Manners: Poems, Discussion and Activities About Responsible Behavior
Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities

Mind over Manners: Poems, Discussion and Activities About Responsible Behavior This is an excellent teaching resource designed to both reinforce and promote responsible social behavior in students. The resource is mainly targeted at Grade 4 to 6 students. Product Features: The use of poems as engaging tools for discussion about positive social interactions. Discussion topics to encourage dialogs regarding personal responsibility and respect. Diverse activities that supplement textbook learning such as family interviews, offering firsthand exposure to responsible behaviors while additionally fostering familial bonds. Included are student response pages which prompt reflection on personal behavioral changes based on lessons learned. This resource can be effectively used across varying class sizes for whole group discussions or small group activities. Also, various components can be assigned as homework tasks encouraging further introspection or facilitating family interaction outside school time. Although it's categorized under special resources, its imparting life skills make it essential for a student's overall future success professionally and societally alike. Usability: The lesson plans demonstrate a perfect balance between structure and flexibility - enabling the teacher necessary adjustments while ensuring the core content remains beneficial for every student. More so, these come in a highly convenient PDF format allowing easy manipulation (printing/uploading) based on your requirement making 'Mind over Manners: Poems Discussion and Activities about Responsible Behavior' an extremely beneficial guide in endowing children with critical life skills needed for effective social interaction.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF

Examining Self-Esteem in the Adolescent: Book 3

Examining Self-Esteem in the Adolescent: Book 3
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities

The Examining Self-Esteem in the Adolescent: Book 1 is a 56-page download divided into 2 main sections - the introductory section and activity pages. Teachers are able to focus on the importance of healthy self-esteem with the activities in this book. Students will explore topics such as belief in themselves, goal setting, conflict resolution and so much more!

Author Ready-Ed Publications

Tags Life Skills, Self-esteem Activity, Confidence Activity, Adolescent Activity, School Counselor

Financial Literacy: Income Tax- Notes and Realistic Sample Practice

Financial Literacy: Income Tax- Notes and Realistic Sample Practice
Life Studies, Special Resources, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Percentages, Money, Decimals, Life Skills, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities

Financial Literacy: Income Tax- Notes and Realistic Sample Practice This comprehensive financial literacy resource provides an introduction to all aspects of income tax for high school students in grades 9-12. How to Use: Note-Taking Sheet: Begin the learning process with a note-taking sheet that includes ten questions and answers, helping students become familiar with the basics of income taxes including their purpose, due dates, understanding progressive taxes, and more. Activity Section: The resource features a three-page income tax calculation activity. It simplifies elements of the income tax process like income assessment , deductions calculation, determining progressive tax amounts using percentages, as well as understanding credits. This section can be tackled using a calculator or done manually. Tax Profiles: Natasha Jones, Derek Lim and Maya Parker: The engaging profiles show unique individual tax situations through appealing visuals with basic bookkeeping exercises emulating real-life tax preparation. You could do the first profile as a whole class, allow students to work in pairs on the second profile, and use the final one for homework or assessment . A complete, colour-coded answer key is included to make marking a breeze! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for high school students (grades 9-12) in a variety of classes from career and personal planning, to finance or business, home economics, or applied math! Basic math skills required include calculating percentages using decimals and adding and subtracting numbers to the hundred thousands. What's Included: A total of 13 pages in ready-to-print PDF Format Title Page Instructions Income Tax: The Basics (background questions to be done as a class or by research) Answer Key 3 page Income Tax Forms 3 Profiles: Natasha Jones, Derek Lim, and Maya Parker 3 Page Answer Key If you enjoy this personal finance lesson, check out many others in my store: Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project: Taxes, Insurance, Loans, Rent, Groceries and More! Interest Rates Credit Score Board Game Debit vs Credit Cards Debt and Bankruptcy: Personal Financial Literacy Lesson

Author Grace Under Pressure

Tags Deductions, Progressive Tax, Income Tax, Taxes, Budget, Real World Math, Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Finance, Life Skills

Coping Toolbox SEL Lesson and Activity

Coping Toolbox SEL Lesson and Activity
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts

In this social emotional (SEL) activity and SEL coloring pages, you will get a lesson plan on teaching students how to cope with change, strong feelings, and other challenges that come their way. This is such an important skill for students to learn so they can weather the ups and downs of childhood. They will create a paper toolbox, learn 4 different categories of coping, and write/draw with a prompt on a separate handout. The coping skills they will learn about are; slow breathing, say what you see, hear, and feel, think of something to look forward to, and do what you enjoy. This is most suitable for kindergarten, first, second and third grades. There is some reading required but teachers and parents can help the students understand what each skill is. There are visuals on the coping skill sheets as well. There is a page of directions and a link to a video on belly breathing. If you like this product and would like more social emotional learning resources, please visit my store at https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor and create my own products for my students. I test each product on students when I go into the classes for classroom guidance lessons. If a resource does not resonate with the students, I change it to be more relevant and engaging. These are really kid tested, kid approved products! Teachers and school counselors can benefit from weaving in more social emotional learning lessons in the classroom-if students are not able to cope with a feeling, they have a very difficult time learning and paying attention. It is essential to teach these skills beginning at an early age and continue lessons that are developmentally appropriate as they grow up. You might enjoy some of my other coping skills activities and products here: https://teachsimple.com/product/race-to-match-the-coping-skill-an-sel-game-played-like-spot-it

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Coping Skills, Social-emotional Learning, School Counseling, Special Education, Coping Toolbox, Coping Skills Tool Box, SEL Activity, SEL Coloring Pages

Responding To Others BINGO | Positive & Negative Scenarios

Responding To Others BINGO | Positive & Negative Scenarios
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games

Responding To Others BINGO - An Exciting Educational Tool Responding To Others BINGO paves an innovative path to teaching essential social skills in students. Using a fun approach, it aids students in the art of perspective taking, enabling them to make apt responses during both positive and negative scenarios. Differentiated Instruction Compatible with varying levels of understanding among grades 1 through 5. Caters to readers and non-readers with multiple board designs. Versatile Usage Teachers can use this resource: In whole group instruction or small group activities. To assign engaging homework extending learning beyond classrooms. Hence practically useful for public school educators and homeschoolers alike! Focused Scenarios & Editable Variations This game introduces independent boards for: Positive situations, Negative situations, Combined scenarios, Editorial versions to suit unique classroom needs. . The multiplicity of options fosters emotional intelligence by letting students critically think about their reactions in diverse situations. + Game Features:> Repeatable Use: You could reuse thanks to laminatable black & white boards or use them once which will let children color shielded picture-boards after each use. Adapting towards Reusability Reusability is based on playable creativity, it provides students pleasure of mastering skills useful for interpersonal settings. Testimonials: Multiple endorsements from teachers acknowledge the ability of this game to not just captivate but successfully impart wisdom onto their students in an exciting environment.

Author Socially Skilled Kids

Tags Social Skills, Perspective Taking, Responding Appropriately, Positive Scenarios, Negative Scenarios

Therapy Dog Rules Poster – Clear & Friendly Guidelines for School Dog

Therapy Dog Rules Poster – Clear & Friendly Guidelines for School Dog
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Posters, Door Decor, Banners, Word Walls

Therapy Dog Rules Poster Helping Students & Dogs Feel Safe and Happy! 🐶✨ Having a therapy dog in school is a wonderful experience. There’s something truly special about how dogs help students feel calmer, more focused, and even more motivated to learn. But to make sure that both students and the dog feel safe and comfortable, we need clear and easy-to-understand rules. That’s why I created this Therapy Dog Rules Poster—so that everyone knows how to interact respectfully and kindly with the school dog. 🐾 Why This Poster is a Must-Have for Your Classroom or School ✔ Gives students clear expectations – Kids need to know how to behave around a therapy dog, and this poster makes it easy to remember! ✔ Reduces stress for the dog – When students understand the rules, therapy dogs feel more relaxed and happy in their school environment. ✔ Supports social-emotional learning – Encourages empathy, patience, and responsibility—great lessons that go beyond just interacting with a dog. ✔ Works in any classroom setting – Whether you’re welcoming a therapy dog regularly or just preparing for a visit, these guidelines help create a smooth and positive experience for everyone. 📌 What’s Inside? 📜 A Printable Therapy Dog Rules Poster ✔ Simple, easy-to-follow rules that students can understand at a glance ✔ Friendly, inviting design to make the message clear and approachable ✔ Available in multiple formats for flexible printing and display 💡 How to Use This Poster in Your Classroom or School 📍 Introduce the rules before the first therapy dog visit. Go over the rules together and talk about why they’re important. Encourage students to share how they think dogs might feel in different situations. 📍 Keep it in a visible spot. Hang it up in the classroom, hallway, or near the therapy dog’s resting area. The more students see it, the easier it will be for them to remember! 📍 Use it as a discussion starter. Talk about respect, kindness, and responsibility—not just toward therapy dogs, but in everyday interactions with people too. 📍 Encourage positive behavior. When students follow the rules, acknowledge their effort! You can even let them read a story to the therapy dog as a reward. Why Teachers & Schools Love This Poster ✔ “The perfect way to set clear expectations before our therapy dog visits!” ✔ “The visuals make it easy for younger students to understand.” ✔ “Students now remind each other of the rules, which makes everything so much smoother!” 🐶 A Small Change That Makes a Big Difference Therapy dogs bring so much joy into schools, but a well-prepared environment makes all the difference. This friendly and easy-to-read poster helps students understand exactly how to interact with a school dog in a safe and kind way. 📥 Print it today and help create a positive, stress-free experience for your school’s therapy dog! 🐾✨ 📍 Warmly, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨

Author Lernfitness

Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Dog Guidelines

High School Life Skills Worksheet - How to Choose a Gym Membership

High School Life Skills Worksheet - How to Choose a Gym Membership
P.E. & Health, Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Health, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Educators can use How to Choose a Gym Membership to help students with disabilities lead healthier by engaging in physical fitness. Identifying budget-friendly options, managing finances, choosing the right gym, and completing sign-up forms are all covered in this adaptive life skills resource. Your students will benefit from this resource as they learn to make independent choices and engage in fitness pursuits. This lesson enables informed decision-making, whether it's proximity to their home or work, inclusive facilities, or personalized fitness options. Your students will develop essential living skills outside of the classroom when you incorporate this adaptive lesson into their curriculum. There are a total of 45 reading comprehension questions in this Functional Life Skills resource! This activity will assist high school students in developing the necessary life skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. A great place to use this handout is in special education classes or one-to-one settings, such as ABA therapy, speech therapy, job coaches, occupational therapy, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) sessions. High school students working on independent living would benefit significantly from this activity for defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning. Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Activity! This activity contains step-by-step instructions, questions, and answers that reinforce learning, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and ideas for implementation. This is the perfect special education activity for grade 10, grade 11, grade 12, and autism life skill centers . This special education life skills handout was designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties developing independent living skills. It's a printable, easy-to-use activity ready to hand out! Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Read a Basic Pay Stub How to Fill Out a Job Application How to Create a Shopping List How Credit Cards Work How to Create a Monthly Budget How to Schedule an Appointment How to Prepare for a Job Interview Home Repair Service Agreement How to Complete a Boarding Pass Auto Repair Service Agreement A PDF with 21 unique pages. Color and black-and-white versions of each page are available for this pdf resource.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent , Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Financial Literacy