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Support your students' social development with games that promote communication, empathy, and teamwork. This collection includes role-playing, group challenges, and trust-building activities. By integrating these social skills games into your lessons, you can create a positive classroom environment.
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Spanish Crossword: Animals of North America - Animales de America del Norte
Foreign Languages, Spanish, Not Grade Specific, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
This crossword has animals of North America in Spanish. After filling the crossword , you will find a hidden message from the grey vertical row! This product is a print-and-go and ready-to-use pdf that includes answers. This resource is created for vocabulary building. This resource is suitable for any student learning Spanish, because the hints are given as pictures, you don’t even have to know these words in English! Some of the words are very basic, such as el zorro or el lobo, some of them are a little bit more difficult such as la zarigüeya. The hidden message in this crossword is: fauna silvestre With Spanish vocabulary, you have to consider if the word is feminine or masculine. In this crossword I’ve solved this issue by printing the definite article ready for the crossword . This makes it easier for younger students to understand the crossword (exactly one letter for each square) while still introducing the gender of each word. In this crossword , there is also a notion that often the article depends on the sex of the animal. Filling the crossword : Students look at the pictures below the crossword . Each picture has a number. When they recognize the word in Spanish, they should write the word into the corresponding horizontal row in the crossword one letter at a time. Don’t forget the accents! This resource is suitable for individual work or small groups. This resource is at its best with students Age 9 or older if Spanish is a foreign language. In that case, students can use some dictionary or translator to support their work For younger students if they have a strong background (For example, Spanish spoken at home etc) There are also other Spanish crosswords like this in my Teach Simple page: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/thebrightestkid
Author TheBrightestKid
Tags Spanish, Animals, Animales, Vocabulary, Us In Spanish Crossword
20 PUZZLES FOR KIDS | ANIMALS THEMED FREE
, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
1. DETAILS OF THIS PRODUCT: NOW PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WE PROVIDE YOU REGARDING THIS PRODUCT: A. The name of this educational resource is The title of this educational product is "20 puzzles for children to cut out" B. This document contains this number of pages This fabulous educational product is made up of 5 pages, on each page you will find 4 puzzles ready to be cut out. It should be noted that the puzzles are designed in colors. C. This educational resource has been prepared by: Prepared by EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS, we are an educational corporation dedicated to the development of fabulous educational resources for preschool and primary school children. 2. SECONDARY DETAILS OF THIS PRODUCT: Now please carefully read the following secondary information about this product that will help you decide to download it now and start using it with your students. D. You can apply this educational document in different contexts such as: - You can use it in the classroom if you are a preschool teacher, and you can also use it at home if you are a mother or father and want your children to productively enjoy their free or leisure moments. E. Is this document in black and white or color? Document designed in color, with colored drawings so that they are eye-catching for students. F. For what ages is this document recommended? It is recommended to use it in children from 3 to 7 years old who are already able to make cuts. G. At what point in class can I apply it? You can apply it during art class, as well as at the end as a relaxing or leisure activity . H. Should I apply it individually or in groups? You can apply it individually or perhaps in groups of 2 to 3 children so that they quickly complete the activity . I. Keywords that describe the product: cutouts, cutouts, cutouts for children, activities to cut out, figures to cut out. This file is for personal use only. It is not allowed to be resold or shared with others.
Author EDITORIAL PROFE CHEVERE
Tags PUZZLES, PUZZLES FOR KIDS, PUZZLES GAMES, FREE RESOURCES, PRINTABLES, FREE PRINTABLES
Nouns Sample: Grammar Grade 3-4 (Google Forms)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Common Core, Grade 3, 4, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments
Nouns Sample Lesson ELA MCQS Overview: In this series of lessons, students will embark on an engaging journey to explore the grammar skills that make our language vibrant and expressive. These lessons are crafted to help students identify, comprehend, and effectively apply language arts skills in both writing and speech. Accompanied by free supplementary materials available for all topics, each lesson builds on the previous one, offering a balanced mix of direct instruction, interactive group activities, and independent practice. Through fun and creative tasks, students will learn to recognize grammar within sentences, understand their function, and use them to enrich their own writing and speech. Nouns Overview: Includes: Abstract Nouns Concrete Nouns Compound Nouns Collective Nouns Irregular Plural Nouns Forms Version This is the Forms editable and self grading version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD, check the links below for more details. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 3/4 Links: Adjectives Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Adverbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Conjunctions Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Nouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Pronouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Verbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Sentence Structure Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Present Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Past Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Future Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Context Clues Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Defining Words Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Fill the Blanks Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Homophones Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Synonyms Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack ELA Review Questions Overview Questions have three answer choices. There are a handful of pictures on each test for aesthetic purposes, as well as a review sheet covering most of the topics covered in the product. Introduction or Example Sheet Each topic will include an introduction or example sheet to go through first with your students. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! In the Supplementary Pack Interactive Ice Breakers: Fun, hands-on activities that get students thinking about adjectives right from the start. Guided Practice: Teacher-led exercises that reinforce the day’s lesson, ensuring students can confidently identify and use adjectives. Group and Partner Tasks: Collaborative activities that allow students to work together to solve problems, categorize adjectives, and create descriptive sentences. Independent Worksheets: Structured worksheets that provide individual practice and help solidify understanding of key concepts. Exit Tasks: Quick, reflective activities at the end of each lesson that assess understanding and encourage students to apply what they’ve learned. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Grammar, Tests, Test Prep, Assessment, Grade 3, Grade 4
Melody's Mystery Game-An SEL Cooperative Game for Kids
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this resource, students will work together to solve Melody's Mystery! Melody is an actress and has lost something at the Golden Globe Award ceremony. Students will need to decide what is missing, who took it and where it is. Students will work together cooperatively and problem solve together to solve this mystery. There are 18 clues to be passed around to a group of students (4-5 students works best) and then they will read out loud each clue. As they read the clues, the group will eliminate the suspects one by one and there is one person who will cross off the ones that are incorrect. This is a great game for students to play to practice listening skills, leadership skills, problem-solving skills and deductive skills. For more SEL products, please visit my SEL store here; https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For more SEL products that you may enjoy, try this mystery called Mariah's Mystery! This is a different story to solve! https://teachsimple.com/product/mariahs-mystery-a-fun-sel-cooperative-game-for-kids For other SEL resources, games, presentations, check these out: https://teachsimple.com/product/sel-boom-deck-soda-pop-head-with-audio (These are Boom Cards to teach students to learn about anger management. You can read the book Soda Pop Head by Julia Cook and then have students take turns at the Whiteboard to decide if someone stayed calm under pressure or if they "lost their temper". https://teachsimple.com/product/20-hidden-objects-and-find-the-differences-puzzles-and-games (20 fun hidden picture, find the differences, etc. handouts that are great for brain breaks, transition times, early finishers, and there are many for specific holidays for around the year fun.) https://teachsimple.com/product/intent-versus-impact-sel-presentation (In this SEL presentation, students will learn about the difference between intent and impact. This is an important concepts for students to understand. Even if one person has good intentions, what they say or do may have a completely different impact! There are links to fun videos and a partner/group activity.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning Game, Mystery Game, Cooperative Game, School Counseling, Social Skills, Sel Game, Leadership Skills, Cooperation
Michael's Mystery Game-A Fun SEL Cooperative Game
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
In this resource, students will play a mystery game. This is an SEL game that teachers cooperation, problem-solving and listening. Groups of 4-5 students will work together to figure out Michael's Mystery. Michael is a quarterback for the Washington Gorillas and has lost something and refuses to play in the game until it is found. There are three categories to solve; what is missing, who took it and where is it. There are 18 clues and 6 possible suspects in each of the categories. This game teaches how to work together for a common purpose. Students will need to access their listening skills, problem-solving skills, deduction skills and leadership skills. This is a great game for students in 3rd-6th grades but possibly older too! For more SEL products, please feel free to visit my SEL store at Teach Simple at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For another mystery game, check out this resource: https://teachsimple.com/product/mariahs-mystery-a-fun-sel-cooperative-game-for-kids (In this SEL cooperative mystery game, students need to help Mariah, a Dancing With The Stars dancer. Same premise as Michael's mystery but different story and different outcome.) For more SEL products, you may be interested in: https://teachsimple.com/product/slant-strategy-lesson-a-lesson-about-paying-attention-and-listening (SLANT strategy lesson teaches students about paying attention and listening to others. There is a fun game in this lesson where students are given a prompt they need to do which is dependent on an action or words that the previous students does or says. Listening and paying attention is essential in order for this to smoothly flow. SLANT stands for Sit Up, Lean in Slightly towards the speaker, Ask questions, Nod head and Track speaker with eyes. This lesson is appropriate for 4th-9th grades.) https://teachsimple.com/product/stress-management-game-played-like-apples-to-apples-handouts (This is a stress management game played like Apples to Apples. Kid will love this as they have one stressful situation on a card and they will place a strategy down that they think will help. The "judge" will determine which one they are likely to use.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Mystery Game, Detective Game, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Group Resource, Cooperative Game, Leadership Skills, School Counseling
My Great Day Activity - Empower Kids with Organization & Gratitude
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, Crafts, Activities, Games
You want to help kids to have a great day? A great day starts with organized fun and positive habits. This activity booklet is packed with games and hands-on activities to teach them these life skills while having a blast. This is perfect for 2nd- and 3rd-grade students. Activities included in this printable Sparkling Starts & Morning Routines: Create a personalized morning routine with a fun group game and creative chart. Tidy Up & Conquer Clutter: Turn tidying into a game with "Clutter Bingo" and design a personalized storage solution. Homework Heroes & Learning Made Easy: Make homework time a breeze with a speed game and handy organizer. Planning Like a Pro: Master planning with a weekly schedule puzzle and discover helpful planning techniques. Expressing Gratitude - Thank You Cards: Learn the Power of Appreciation by Creating Heartfelt Thank-You Cards. This is a 20-page printable with everything you need to do the activities.
Author Leader Connecting Leaders
Tags Organization For Kids, Gratitude, Planning For Kids, Homeschool Activities, Brownie Girl Scouts, Digital Download
Self-Control SEL Game, SEL poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity SEL Gam
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
The Self-Control Game, Mini-poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity This resource is designed specifically for kindergarten to second-grade students to introduce or reinforce concepts related to self-control and emotional regulation. Stop & Think Game Board The main component of the resource is an interactive game which includes: 12 STOP cards 12 THINK cards The game stimulates discussions about emotions while exploring strategies for maintaining self-control. Detailed instructions are provided for best practice in facilitating gameplay. This can be used for whole class instruction or student-led group activities. Mini-Poster: Stop, Breathe, & Think An accompanying mini-poster acts as a ready reminder of these essential skills. It is suitable both for classroom display and home use. Mystery Mosaic Activity A mystery mosaic activity further reinforces the lessons learnt from the Stop & Think game in a fun yet educational mode. Fits Special Education Resources and Life Skills Curriculum This resource aligns with many special education resources as well as broader life skills curriculum objectives. It pairs well with books about managing big feelings or self-control. Even some reading recommendations are included. Digital Download Convenience (PDF Format) The resource comes as an easy-to-print digital download so no sorting through physical products. In Summary: The Self-Control Game, Mini-Poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity provides equitable access to vital social-emotional learning principles through relatable activities. Teaching self-control, understanding emotions or promoting calming breathing techniques have never been this engaging before. If you are interested in other SEL and social emotional resources, please check out my store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who uses my own resources on the students I serve. If it is not "kid" approved, I change it! I am very willing to tweak a resource if the resource is not as engaging or relevant for the students, I alter the lesson and the activities.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Self-control Game, Emotional Regulation, Social-emotional Learning, Character Education, Mindfulness, SEL Games, SEL, Social Emotional Learning, SEL Poster
350 Education Quotes That Will Inspire Your Students
Coaching, Life Studies, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Skills, Not Grade Specific, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Read Alouds, Activities, Games
350 Education Quotes That Will Inspire Your Students We have gathered a long list of quotes about education that can serve as motivation for both students and teachers. You can utilize them to start a conversation or as a topic for writing. Here are only a couple of examples: Education Quotes "A child cannot learn from someone who hates him." - James Baldwin "Rarely does a child require a lecture as much as they need someone to listen attentively." - Robert Brault An unenthusiastic brain becomes quickly uninterested. An inquisitive mind grows endlessly. - Maxime Lagacé Reading a well-written book is a schooling for the emotions. Expanding your perception of human potential is based on understanding human nature and worldly events. "It brings about introspection." - Susan Sontag "A skilled educator excels at making complex ideas simple and rejects over-simplification." - Louis A. Berman The impact of a teacher is everlasting; it is impossible to predict where their influence will end. - Henry Adams
Author Collaborative Educators
Tags Quote, Education, Inspire, Inspiration
Spring Movement Cards | Fun and Engaging Activity Cards for Kids
Spring, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Montessori, Social Skills, Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Games, Activities, Posters, Classroom Decor, Word Walls, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards
Spring Movement Cards are designed for active play, these fun cards will help you hop like a bunny, flutter like a butterfly, and wiggle like a worm. Perfect for indoor or outdoor movement breaks, these activity cards will keep you energized and engaged while celebrating the joy of spring! What You will get? Action-Packed Cards – Each card features a spring-themed movement like "Hop like a bunny" or "Flap your arms like a baby bird. Bright and Fun Illustrations – 8 Pages of Easy-to-follow visuals help kids understand each movement Game Ideas & Instructions – Multiple ways to use the cards for individual or group play. Why These Movement Cards Are Perfect for You! Encourages physical activity in a fun and engaging way. Helps develop coordination, balance, and motor skills. Great for classrooms, homeschool, and outdoor playtime. Perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and young learners. What Will You Learn? How to move like different spring animals and elements (hopping, flapping, crawling, stretching). The benefits of physical activity for staying active and healthy. How to enjoy interactive movement games with friends and family. Let’s spring into action and have fun with these exciting Spring Movement Cards
Author Perfect_Printables
Tags Spring Movement Cards, Gross Motor Activities, Physical Play Cards, Movement Activity Cards, Spring Theme Exercises, Preschool Movement Game, Fun Action Cards, Interactive Play Cards, Seasonal Movement Activities
Emoji Game-Played like Apples to Apples (No reading required!)
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games
In this resource you will receive a very engaging and fun game played like Apples to Apples. There are 30 different emoji cards and 90 different person, place, thing, event cards. There is no reading required. Anyone over 5 can easily play this game. Directions: One person is the "judge" first. I usually choose the oldest in the group. The judge turns over one of the emoji cards. The other players choose one of their person, place, thing, event cards that best fits with that particular emoji. The judge then decides which one is best and the person who put down that card in the pile wins the emoji and also gets a point. The game continues as the next person clockwise is now the "judge". Each player needs to have 5 person, place, thing, event cards at all times. If they played a card, then on the next round they get another person, place, thing, event card. The discarded/used cards go back in the person, place, thing, event card pile to be replayed in future rounds. There are directions in this product. Uses: This game is great to play for indoor recess, centers , community building, etc. Because this is fully editable, you can choose which emojis you want and which person, place, thing, event cards you want. You can add or delete any of the pictures. You know your students best. I would recommend copying one set for each group of students playing. I also recommend using card stock and laminate for durability. Some of the emojis represented are party, cook, excited, mad, disgusted, poopy, yummy, hot, icy cold, steaming mad, laughing, crying, scared, etc. Some of the situations are disneyland, ziplining, broken window, darth vader, alien, smelly socks, super hero, minecraft person, candy, ice cream truck, the dentist, getting a shot, arcade, go carts, legos, smores, baseball, touchdown, and many more! You will be downloading a pdf with the link to the Google Slides . You will be prompted to "make a copy". Click "yes". And then enjoy!!!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Emojis, Sel, Social-emotional Learning, Fun, Activity, Apples To Apples, Indoor Recess, Centers, Feelings, School Counseling
Dog-Themed Scattergories – A Fun & Educational Game About Dogs! 🐶🎲
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Common Core, Biology, STEM, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Task Cards, Games, Word Searches, Templates, Teacher Tools
Dog-Themed Scattergories – A Fun & Educational Game About Dogs! 🐶🎲 A Fun Way to Learn, Laugh, and Think – All About Dogs! Whether you’re teaching animal education, therapy dog awareness, or just looking for a creative classroom activity, this Dog-Themed Scattergories Game is a perfect choice! Students will think fast, get creative, and expand their vocabulary while playing this classic word game—now with a fun, dog-inspired twist. It’s a great way to spark discussions about responsible pet ownership, dog behavior, and working dogs while encouraging teamwork and critical thinking. 🐾 Why This Game is a Must-Have for Your Classroom ✔ Engaging & Fun – Students love the challenge of coming up with unique answers before time runs out! ✔ Encourages Quick Thinking – Builds vocabulary, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. ✔ Great for Therapy Dog Programs – Perfect for discussing therapy dogs, service dogs, and how animals help people. ✔ No Prep Needed – Just print and play! Ideal for busy teachers and last-minute lesson plans. ✔ Versatile & Adaptable – Works for elementary, middle, and high school students, plus ESL learners. 📌 What’s Inside? 📜 Printable Dog-Themed Scattergories Game (PDF) ✔ Multiple game sheets with different dog-related categories ✔ Simple instructions for classroom or small-group play ✔ Ready-to-print format for easy use 💡 How to Play This Game in Class 📍 Step 1: Pick a Letter. Randomly choose a letter of the alphabet. 📍 Step 2: Set the Timer. Give students a set time (e.g., 1-2 minutes). 📍 Step 3: Brainstorm Dog-Themed Words! Students write down words that match the category AND start with the chosen letter. 📍 Step 4: Score Points. Unique answers earn points—if multiple students write the same word, they don’t get points! 📍 Step 5: Celebrate the Winner. The student with the most unique answers at the end wins! Bonus Idea: Use this game as an icebreaker, brain warm-up, or substitution lesson—it’s a fantastic way to keep students engaged! 🌟 Why Teachers Love This Game ✔ “A fantastic way to get students thinking fast while learning about dogs!” ✔ “Perfect for therapy dog discussions and a great addition to my classroom activities.” ✔ “Simple, fun, and no prep—I just printed it and played with my students.” 🐶 A Fun, Educational Game That’s All About Dogs! This Dog-Themed Scattergories Game isn’t just fun—it helps students develop language skills, think critically, and learn more about dogs in an interactive way. Whether you use it in an animal studies unit, therapy dog discussion, or as a creative brain break, your students will love it! 📥 Print it today and bring dog-themed fun into your classroom! 🐾✨ 📍 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 In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Scattergories, Game, Substitution Lesson
Mariah's Mystery- A Fun SEL Cooperative Game For Kids
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this highly fun and engaging game, students will work together to decide the answers to a mystery game. They will listen to clues and read about a situation that needs to be solved. they will need to work together to solve this mystery. They will have one person who will be using a pencil to eliminate the answers that are not correct based on the different clues. There are a number of clues that groups of students will get (4 - 5 students is best) and each student will read each clue one at a time and the person who has the pencil and possible answers will help to cross out the eliminated answers based on the clues. Each student though will play a part in figuring out what clue is going to be a helpful clue to rule out an answer to either what is missing, who took it or where the item is. This is a great activity for groups to practice problem solving and cooperation, especially if you have some students who are not doing very well as cooperating as a group or some students who are not listening to other students share their perspective. Each student in this activity holds an important clue to the mystery. The directions are in the resource and this is highly engaging for the grades of third, fourth, fifth and sixth. However, for advanced grades, 2nd and even 7th grades would also benefit and find enjoyment in this activity. You know you students best! For more SEL fun activities, please visit: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor (ON my SEL store page, I do have many SEL coloring pages, SEL presentations, SEL activities and very engaging resources for students kindergarten through high school. I do use my products with my classroom guidance lessons each day and if a student or students do not like the lesson(s), I do not keep them!)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Cooperative Game, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Special Education, School Counseling, Detective Games, Advisory Games, Mystery Game
Bigger & Better Speaking Debate Extension Activity ELL SPED Gate
Special Resources, ELA, Social Skills, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, ESL, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games
Bigger & Better Speaking Debate Extension Activity ELL SPED Gate An exceptionally engaging tool, designed for students to practice creating meaningful and coherent sentences. This resource is versatile in its application - making it suitable for both traditional classrooms and homeschool settings. Interactive Learning The activity adds an enjoyable dimension to speaking & debate practice by motivating learners to critically think about objects' value, monetary or intrinsic. It is specifically crafted keeping diverse learning needs in mind - proving effective for ELL, GATE, SPED students as well as typical learners. Resource Components 44 slides neatly organized into four levels of difficulty that ensure continuous learning growth through escalating challenges. Suitable for students from grades 1-5 (approximately ages 5-11) but can be effectively adjusted up to high school level. Combines fun with competition through game elements facilitating high engagement among learners. Includes thought-provoking reflection questions that also make great writing prompts at the end of each level within a game setting. Main Objectives: Nurture precise language usage when describing people or objects. Promote clear communication of comparative measurements during debates or discussions. This can also serve as an effective warm-up or wrap-up element during teaching hours owing to its dual utility nature. Versatile Teaching Resource - Differentiated Instruction: With ample room allowing differentiation concerning response length and complexity; gifted Learners (GATE), English Language Learners (ELL) along with individuals requiring special education will benefit greatly from the linguistic support provided via built-in sentence frames included across all levels involved. - File Type: The downloadable Microsoft PowerPoint File type ensures easy access and also allows simple conversion into Google Slides activities if desired based on individual teaching preferences. Overall In essence, the Bigger & Better Speaking Debate Extension Activity is a comprehensive linguistic resource aimed at enhancing speaking, debate abilities as well as critical thinking among learners. Its multi-level organization along with adaptable structure promises intriguing and productive learning experiences that can be effortlessly integrated into any curriculum .
Author Melissa Is Teaching
Tags Speaking Skills, Debate Practice, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Differentiation
Compliment Jenga for Valentines Day: Responding to Compliments
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
Looking for a Valentines Day Activity that Helps students learn how to respond to compliments? This Jenga game will be the perfect thing for you! This Valentine's Day themed Jenga game is perfect for students to understand and practice how to respond to compliments and how to give compliments back to others! This will be the perfect counseling game to use to strengthen social skills and help kids that struggle with low self-esteem! Simply print the prompts out, laminate and tape them to Jenga blocks. When you play Jenga, you would play per regular rules, however, when someone pulls a jenga block, they would have to read off the compliment on the Jenga block and then figure out how to respond to the compliment listed! This is a great twist on the classic Jenga game perfect for individual social skills lessons or social skills small groups! While the prep up front might be tedious, this game will be a great way to keep students engaged while still practicing responding to compliments! What's Included? ❤️ 66 Compliment tiles ❤️ How To Use Guide Who Will Benefit From This Activity? ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Appropriate Social Interactions ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Self-Esteem ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Kindness to Others
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Jenga Prompts, Jenga Game, Social Emotional Games, School Counseling Game, School Counseling Jenga, Social Emotional Activities, Social Emotional Resources, Social Skills Activities, Jenga History
SEL Stress Management Game-SEL Coloring Pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
In this resource, you will get an engaging game like Apples To Apples. There are 36 strategy cards and 18 situation cards. This is an SEL game. Each person takes a turn with being the judge like Apples to Apples. It is important to make enough sets for the number of groups who will be playing. for example, I recommend at least 3-5 people playing together for each group. So if there are 20 students, then create at least 5 different sets of the cards, Then follow the directions for the game below: First, everyone gets 5 strategy cards. There is no revealing the cards to other players. Then one person is chosen to be the "judge" for the first round. I usually pick the oldest person to make it fair. The judge reveals the card to all and even can read the card out loud. The the other players choose one of their strategy cards to handle that particular situation. Then the judge decides which one they would use. Important; there is not right or wrong here, just what one person would do in that situation. Next the next player goes (usually counter clockwise) to who will be the judge. The person will reveal the situation and the other players will play their strategy card. Play as long as time allows. Next, you can print off the mindfulness coloring sheets for students to color and reinforce the idea or coloring mindfully when they are upset, frustrate, need some time alone, etc. There is a way to change the word and position of the word in the mindfulness coloring sheet. These are SEL coloring pages. For more SEL resources and products, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who works with kindergarten through 8th graders. My products are "kid tested, kid approved"!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education
Social Skills Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Friend Traits
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games
The Social Skills Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Friend Traits A phenomenal teaching tool primarily designed for those handling students from grades 1 to 4 aiming to promote a healthy understanding of friendships. Objective: Understanding the dynamics of friendships through active interaction. Method: Utilizes a sorting activity for distinguishing between positive and negative friendship traits. Note: It includes printable props like popcorn-shaped sorting buckets and removable sorting labels. However, it maintains room for teacher flexibility should they prefer their own bins. A detailed method: Kids pick up a trait card. Determine if the card describes a good or bad friend. If encouraged, students can discuss their reasoning behind bin placement regarding the relating trait. A Multifaceted Approach To Learning This comprehensive activity provides important insights about relationships in general while also nudging children to: Evaluate their existing friendships, *and* *Italic text* Below is another bullet list with square bullet points and two bold terms "Format" and "Ideal". You need to remove one line above, which says about formatting stuff. Grammarly doesn't inform you what changes it made so should I just send you my unsaved changes? save9 was unexpected. Here is what happened after running this first time. The Utility Factor: Formats & Ideal Situations This game -based activity – Format: Comes in a convenient, easy-to-download PDF format. Ideal: Can be effortlessly integrated into individual lessons or group sessions. Perfect for starting morning meetings or as an extension to regular social skills lessons. Tailored For Special Subjects Perfectly suited for special resources subjects – Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Life Skills. It enjoyable teaching methods make it a boon for homeschoolers and public school educators alike. In summary: For students struggling with forming positive peer relationships, The Social Skills Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Friend Traits serve effectively by gearing them towards becoming emotionally intelligent individuals excelling not only academically but also socially.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Social Skills, Friendships, Character Development, Interactive Learning, Critical Thinking, Bad Friend Traits
Circle Time Games
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Not Grade Specific, Games, Activities
Keeping students engaged during circle time activities boosts attention spans, social skills and kinesthetic smarts vital for learning readiness. Yet thinking up new ideas day after day strains even the most creative teachers. This extensive compilation provides a quick fix – 66 lively circle time games ready for instant fun! From energizers that get children moving to icebreakers that encourage communication, this compilation caters to various age groups and settings. The versatility of the games ensures adaptability for different educational contexts, making them suitable for classrooms, daycare settings, or community groups. The diverse range of activities sparks creativity and imagination, ensuring that each circle time is not only an opportunity for fun but also a platform for skill development. The games cover a spectrum of themes, including language development, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional expression, contributing to the holistic growth of children. Whether aiming to facilitate effective communication, encourage active listening, or simply infuse an element of enjoyment into the learning process, these circle time game ideas are designed to align with educational objectives while fostering a sense of inclusivity and community among participants. Spur-of-the-moment inspiration stays at teachers’ fingertips all year long! Kids thrive receiving a fresh variation on beloved games periodically. This readymade circle time game guide promises fun and focus while fostering essential abilities!
Author SEN Resource Source
Tags Circle Time, Communication, Classroom Games, Team Building, Cooperative Play, Educational Games, Inclusive Activities, Listening Skills, Social Interaction
SEL Flashcards for Social Emotional Learning with SEL Coloring Pages
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
In this SEL product, you will get SEL Flashcards for Social Emotional Learning. You will also get SEL coloring pages because there are two different pages of emotions/feelings. Both pages have a black and white version and a color version. The black and white version allows your students to color their own faces and images. The emotions listed are; happy, sad, silly, proud, shy confused, scared, excited, angry, tired, loving, sick, disgusted, cry, jealous, disappointed. These flashcards can be used for so many purposes. I have used these flashcards for Go Fish games where the students have to ask for a certain feeling. You will need to make two copies of the colored emotions poster to make this game work. If a student asks for "angry" and the student they asked has it, that student give the card to the one who asked and that student places the match down on the table and names a time they felt angry. I have also used this resource for memory games. You would, again, make two copies of each emotion. Then you would mix up the cards and place them face down (I would highly recommend cardstock) in a random order. Students then would choose two cards and reveal the emotion cards. If they are a match, then the student can share when they have felt that way. If it is not a match, they would place the cards face down again the the next student would take a turn. This is a fun and interactive game but also helps students discuss their feelings in a non-threatening way. This resource can be used as a whole class activity where students color their flashcards and then cut them out. They can randomly pick a card and name a time they felt that way. This can also be used as a center activity for Go Fish or Memory (as I described above). The ways to use these Emotion SEL Flashcards are endless!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL Flashcards, SEL Coloring Pages, Games, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, Social Skills, Emotions, Feelings, Sel Activities
Stress Management Game played like Apples To Apples-Handouts
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this fun game, played similarly to the Apples To Apples game, students will read different stressful situations and choose a strategy they would use for that situation. There are 18 situation cards and 36 strategy cards. Each player draws 5 strategy cards (they do not show the other players which cards they have). The "judge" will draw a situation card and show the other players the card after reading the situation. For example, "You don't know the answers when taking a test." Then the other players will choose a strategy card they would use for that situation and place it face down to near the judge. The judge will read the different strategy cards and choose which one they would most likely choose. Important to convey to students: There is no "wrong" strategy, just a strategy that the judge would most likely use. Then for the next round, a different person is the judge and the game continues. the discarded strategy cards can get placed under the strategy pile. the person whose strategy was chosen, gets the situation card and also gets one point. This is a fun and engaging way to get students talking about different strategies they would use for stress management as well as different types of stressful situations they can manage if they need to. In this resource you will also be getting 2 mindful coloring handouts. This is a great way to finish the lesson after the game. I also like to begin this lesson by introducing a Brain Pop on stress. You can also choose a short video of your choice or a book about stress to prime the students' brains about what stress is, possible triggers of stress and how to cope with stress. Then the game can be played and can reinforce the topic.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Social Emotional Learning, Apples To Apples, Game, Stress Management, Calm, Sel, Social Skills, Anxiety, Special Education, Group Resource
Race To Match The Coping Skill! An SEL Game Played Like Spot It!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Games
Product Title: Race To Match The Coping Skill! An SEL Game Played Like Spot It! Uncover an engaging and fun way for students to learn valuable coping skills with this innovative teaching resource - Race To Match The Coping Skill! This game , fashioned in the manner of popular matching games like Spot It and Dobble, challenges students to identify matching coping skills from a central deck. This inclusive game caters to all ages, from kindergarten through to college-age and even into adulthood. Coping Skills Deck Offering 57 unique coping skills within its deck, this product suits teachers seeking tools that promote Social Emotional Learning (SEL), as well as those working in Special Education Needs (SEN) or aiming at enhancing social skills education. Each card combines learning and play with superb ease by representing various practical life-coping methods like: Reading Drawing Hiking Connecting with friends. Taking a rainbow walk or making dinner Hugging a pet or sipping tea Gardening or yoga for relaxation School counseling techniques Fidget spinners/pop-its as modern stress relief tools. Bonus Handouts Included! In addition to these diversified cards – double-sided handouts list each of the 57 uniquely presented coping methods. Not only does it help streamline gameplay but also serves as quick reference guides helping kids remember strategies when needed at home/school. Different Ways Teachers Can Use This Resource: 'Race To Match The Coping Skill': variations of usage for teachers Full class game sessions for peer bonding and laughter Small groups can focus on interacting personally and working on specific skills Educators could assign it for home-play, turning learning time into family interaction time Serves as helpful homework assignment especially beneficial to students dealing with stress during their own time. To ensure longevity of these handy learning tools, we recommend printing out on cardstock in color. Get ready to add a fun element into your SEL lesson planning with this PDF game available after purchase!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Coping Skills, Social Emotional Learning, Matching Game, Special Education Needs, Stress Relief, Spot It, Dobble, Fun Stuff, Game, Coping
4 Corner Game for Each Month | Holiday Party Game | Kid Holiday Party Game | Movement Game For Kids | Party Game
Special Resources, Social Skills, Not Grade Specific, Games, Activities
This is a game that is simple and can be adapted to any holiday, event, or activities . It is a great opportunity for kids to burn off some energy. Kids will be running from one corner to the next, while laughing and getting to know each other. You will find kids will want to play this game over and over again. HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT Once purchased you will get email from Etsy to download PDF. Open the PDF Print on your home printer or at a copy shop. For best results, card stock is recommended. Print as many copies of each page as you need. IMPORTANT DETAILS This is a digital product. You will not be receiving a physical product in the mail. You will receive an email for instant download. This file is for personal use only and cannot be reproduced or resold commercially Copyright © 2021 Mom Connecting Moms
Author Leader Connecting Leaders
Tags Games, Printable Games, Fun Activities, Get Moving Activities, 4 Corner Game Rules
SEL Boom Deck-Rock, Paper, Scissors-Feeling! A Fun SEL Game!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities
In this 24-playing card SEL Boom Deck, students will play the rock, paper, scissors game and practice sharing their feelings! If playing for a whole class lesson, 2 students come up to the Smartboard or projector and one is person A and the other is person B. Person A touches the disappearing question mark above A to reveal either a rock, paper, or scissors image. Person B does the same. Then the winner of the rock, paper, scissors card game will share a time they felt the feeling below the winning card (either A or B). Students can also act out the feeling as well. The winner then drags and drops the feeling onto the stage where the image will disappear. The person who lost the game will stay at the board until they also get a turn. You can play this as a whole class, center activity, or with partners-it is up to you! The directions are for a whole classroom lesson but you can tweak it to work for your class and your lesson planning. This resource will allow students to practice self-awareness, social awareness, and emotion management. Simply download the PDF and you can click on the image to access the Boom Deck. To use Boom Cards, you must be connected to the Internet. Boom Cards play on modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge). Apps are available for modern Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires. For security and privacy, adults must have a Boom Learning account to use and assign Boom Cards. You will be able to assign the Boom Cards you are buying with "Fast Pins," (a form of play that gives instant feedback to students for self-grading Boom Cards). For assignment options that report student progress back to you, you will need to purchase a premium account. If you are new to Boom Learning, you will be offered a free trial of our premium account. Read here for details: http://bit.ly/BoomTrial .
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Rock Paper Scissors Game , Social-emotional Learning, Sel, Feelings, Emotions, Games, Boom Deck, Social Skills, Icebreakers, Morning Meeting
Conversation Starters Sorting Activity For Teaching Social Skills
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games
Conversation Starters Sorting Activity For Teaching Social Skills: A Versatile Teaching Resource This dynamic product is tailored to assist in special resources instruction, particularly aimed at students from grades 1 to 4. It encourages these learners to comprehend and master the art of initiating and maintaining conversations - an essential social-emotional skill necessary for relationship-building. The method involves using sorting buckets similar to popcorn tins, adding a fun touch as students figure out effective conversation starters with colorful sorting cards. These can be swapped out with any available container, promoting resourcefulness. Versatility & Integration Potential Individual lessons: Provides personalized instructions based on student needs. Social skills groups: Promotes cooperation among small teams of learners. Morning meetings: An engaging way to kickstart the day fused with valuable learning objectives. Extension activities: Ideal following regular socials skills lessons for embedding learning concepts further. Note:This activity goes beyond teaching conversation starters; it incorporates critical thinking as students justify their choices during discussions, thereby building communicative confidence especially among those who find interaction challenging due to specific circumstances or needs. Format Convenience Distributed as PDF files, educators can quickly print numerous copies either for homeschooling or larger classroom settings in public schools alike. If you aim at nurturing communication abilities while stimulating critical thinking amongst your students - this thoughtfully crafted tool integrates perfectly into your lesson plans!
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Conversation Starters, Social Skills, Interactive Activity, Sorting Buckets, Communication Techniques
Smart Cookie Game-Part 2 (2022 Version)
Special Resources, Social Skills, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
In this Smart Cookie game (2022 version), students try and race each other to be the first one to guess the answer based on one at a time clues after one at a time clicks via Presentation mode on Google Slides. This is based on the wildly popular game Smart A** but more applicable and relevant to elementary-high schoolers. I have included many references to popular t.v. shows and famous people the students born after 2001 would know. This is a trivial pursuit-like game but more fun and students feel more successful. It is just for fun and perfect for Zoom, an ice breaker or indoor recess but they might even learn something! There are 3 categories; Who Am I?, Where Am I?, and What Am I? There are 42 slides for each category. Use in Presentation mode for your class. There are answer sheets at the end for each card so the Game Leader can reference quickly and keep track of the cards used. This is in PowerPoint so the completed cards will turn black after being used for easy game play. In this new 2022 version there are all new cards for each category!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Games, Brain Breaks, Fun Stuff, All Subjects, Trivia, Smart Cookie Trivia, Smart Cookie Math
Friendship Dilemmas Game-Played like Apples To Apples
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
In this resource, you will teach students how to solve a variety of friendship dilemmas. This game is played like Apples to Apples. There are 18 examples (with pictures) of friendship dilemmas. There are 36 friendship strategy cards. Some of the examples for the dilemma cards are; your friend likes to copy you, your friend brags, your friend does not let you play with other friends, your friend cheats at games, your friend shared something private to someone else and other examples. For the strategy cards, some examples are; talk to your friend about how you feel, listen to their perspective, think about your part in the problem, talk to a parent, talk to an older sibling, distract yourself with something fun, and many other strategies. For the game, divide students into groups of about 4-5. All players get 5 strategy cards. The judge begins by drawing a friendship dilemma card and reads it and shows the group. Each player chooses one strategy from their 5 cards that could be a way to handle the friendship dilemma. Players place the strategy cards FACE DOWN so the judge does not know who placed which strategy card. The judge chooses which one they would most likely use in that situation. It helps to know what the judge might choose! Important: All strategies are valid, there is not one BEST strategy, only which one the judge might most likely choose. The next round, all players take another strategy card as they always need to have 5 strategy cards with each turn. The played strategy cards go back under the strategy pile. someone else is the judge and the game continues as time allows. There are 2 mindfulness coloring sheets to offer to the students after the game. This is an engaging game to play after a friendship skills lesson or conflict resolution skills lesson.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Friendship Skills, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, School Counseling, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Self-regulation, Relationship Skills
Peer Pressure Battle Brackets-An SEL Fun Game
P.E. & Health, Special Resources, Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Games, Activities
Battle Brackets are not just for basketball! Students will enjoy these SEL peer pressure strategy brackets! There are 5 color strategy brackets and one blank one. All slides are FULLY EDITABLE as this is a Google Slides Presentation. There are 12 Middle School and 12 Elementary School peer pressure scenarios. Some of the scenarios for elementary school are; someone tells you to eat candy when you were not supposed to, someone asked you to say something mean about another student, someone dared you to take someone's football, someone asked you to cut in line, someone asked you to give the answers for the spelling test and others. Some of the middle school scenario examples are; someone asks you to drink alcohol, someone asks you to vape, someone dared you to take something out of someone else's backpack, someone asked you to spread a rumor about someone else, someone dared you to steal something from the cafeteria for their lunch, and many more. You can use these battle brackets for whole-class voting and discussion or with small groups. It is up to you. There are detailed instructions in this product. For student engagement, you can use these discussion questions. 1. Has anyone used this peer pressure strategy? 2. Are there certain situations to use this strategy? 3. When would this strategy? 4. Have you ever tried this strategy and how did it work? 5. Have you ever used one of these strategies and it did not work? What happened? 6. Why is it helpful to learn some of these strategies before something happens? This is a great supplement to any drug and substance use curriculum or health curriculum. Students could also fill in their own peer pressure strategies and create their own scenarios and act the strategies out with one of the winners of the bracket. The uses are endless. Just download the PDF and click on the image for access. When the prompt says "Make a copy?" Click "Yes."
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Peer Pressure, Drugs And Alcohol, Health, Social Emotional Learning, SEL, School Counseling, Peer Pressure Strategies, Responsible Decision Making, Choices
Social Skills Clip Cards | Social Skills Game for Expected Behaviors
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities
Are you looking for fun ways to incorporate expected vs. unexpected behaviors with social situations in your counseling sessions? This is the activity for you! These social skills clip cards are designed to assist students in navigating the many nuances of social situations and recognize different social cues. Each card includes a description of a behavior in a social setting, students must then mark if they believe that behavior was expected (thumbs up) or unexpected (thumbs down). This social skills game is perfect for little learners, non-verbal students, or students with autism who struggle with social cues. You can use these cards with clothespins, bingo daubers, coloring, and more! What's Included? ❤️ 51 Clip Cards with expected and unexpected behaviors ❤️ Black and White Version ❤️Full Color Version Ideas for Use: ⭐Individual Lessons ⭐As an assessment tool for student goals ⭐With students who are non-verbal ⭐With early elementary students ⭐ With students who have Autism Help your students navigate social situations with this clip card activity! Ways To Use: ❤️ Have students use a bingo dauber to mark their answer ❤️ Laminate, and have student clip their answer using a clothespin ❤️ Have students color their answer in ❤️ Have students put a sticker over their answer ❤️ Use each clip card as a “paddle” game where students right their answers on a dry erase board
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Clip Cards, Social Skills Games, Expected Vs Unexpected Behaviors, Social Cues, Social Skills Autism , Social Skills Clip Cards, Clip Card Activities, Social Skills Activities, Social Situations