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Social Emotional Learning Activities
Support your students' emotional and social development with activities focused on social emotional learning (SEL). This collection includes mindfulness exercises, collaborative projects, and discussions that promote self-awareness, empathy, and relationship skills. By incorporating these SEL activities into your teaching, you can create a positive classroom environment that nurtures the whole child.
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Editable Parent Letter – Inform Families About Your 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, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Adult Education, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Door Decor, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Templates, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Editable Parent Letter Inform Families About Your School Dog in a Clear & Supportive Way 🐶📄 Bringing a therapy dog into your school is an exciting step, but it’s important that parents feel informed, comfortable, and confident about how the dog will be integrated into school life. Whether your dog is in training or already a certified school therapy dog, this editable parent letter gives you a professional yet approachable way to communicate with families. Save time with a ready-to-use structure, while still being able to personalize details to fit your specific school dog program. This letter template helps explain the purpose, benefits, and guidelines of having a school dog while addressing common parent questions and concerns. 🐾 What Makes This Parent Letter So Helpful? ✔ Saves You Time – A clear, structured letter that you can edit to match your school and dog’s situation. ✔ Three Customizable Versions – Whether your dog is in training or fully certified, choose the letter that fits best. ✔ Reassures Parents – Provides families with transparent information about safety, learning benefits, and school policies. ✔ Professional Yet Friendly – A warm, engaging tone that helps build trust with parents. ✔ Completely Editable – Customize in PowerPoint or Keynote, or print the ready-to-use PDF version. 📌 What’s Included? 📥 Three Different Parent Letter Versions: 📝 Therapy Dog in Training – A welcoming letter introducing the school dog’s role during training. 📑 Therapy Dog in Training (Formal Version) – A more structured, professional-style letter. 📜 Certified Therapy Dog – A letter that presents the fully trained dog and highlights its impact. 🎨 Design Options: ✔ Each version comes in five colors + a black-and-white option. 📌 Formats Included: 📄 PDF – Ready to print and use as-is. 🎞 PowerPoint & Keynote – Fully editable, allowing you to personalize names, school details, and policies. 💡 How to Use This Parent Letter 📍 Step 1: Choose the version that best fits your therapy dog program. 📍 Step 2: Edit the content (if needed) to include specific school information. 📍 Step 3: Print or email the letter to parents before introducing the dog. 📍 Step 4: Use it for school board approvals or staff meetings as a formal introduction. 💡 Bonus Tip: Laminate the letter and keep a copy in your classroom or school office for reference! 🌟 Why Teachers & Therapy Dog Handlers Love This Resource ✔ “This saved me so much time! I just edited the details, and it was ready to send.” ✔ “Parents felt reassured because everything was clearly explained.” ✔ “The different versions were perfect—I could choose the one that fit our situation best.” 🐶 Make Parent Communication Easy & Stress-Free! Having a therapy dog in school is a wonderful opportunity—but keeping parents informed is key. This editable parent letter gives you the perfect way to explain everything professionally, warmly, and clearly. 📥 Download now and confidently introduce your school dog to families! 🐾✨ 📍 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, Parent Letter
Bullying Prevention Month Bingo, Anti Bullying Kindness SEL Game
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Psychology, Social Studies, Kindergarten, Preschool, Games, Activities
Bring awareness, empathy, and kindness into your classroom with this Bullying Prevention Month Bingo Game. Designed as a fun and interactive activity, it helps students recognize positive behaviors, practice empathy, and build stronger classroom communities. Perfect for October’s Bullying Prevention Month or any time of year when teaching respect and kindness. What’s Included In this bullying prevention month bingo game pack? • 4o Unique Bingo cards with anti-bullying and kindness vocabulary • Calling cards for easy play • Bingo Marker • How to guide for easy understanding Why Teachers Love It: • Supports SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) in a fun way • Reinforces empathy, inclusion, and respect • Great for building classroom community • Engaging, interactive, and easy to use with no prep required Great For • Morning meetings and class discussions • Bullying Prevention Month activities • SEL lessons and character education • Small groups, centers, or whole-class play • Counseling or advisory sessions This Anti-Bullying Bingo Game makes teaching empathy and respect both fun and meaningful, while giving students the tools to stand up for kindness every day.
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Tags Bullying Prevention, Anti Bullying Game, Kindness Bingo, Sel Activities Kids, Bullying Awareness, Classroom Kindness Game, Respect Activities, Social Emotional Learning, Anti Bullying Month, Bullying Prevention Game
Therapy Dog Rule Flashcards – A Fun Way to Teach School Dog Rules
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, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Posters, Door Decor, Word Walls, Flashcards, Task Cards
Therapy Dog Rule Flashcards – A Fun & Gentle Way to Teach School Dog Rules 🐶📚 Bringing a therapy dog or school dog into the classroom can be a wonderful experience, but it’s important that students understand and follow clear rules to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for everyone—including the dog! That’s where these differentiated flashcards come in! They help students learn, practice, and remember important rules in a way that is interactive, engaging, and easy to implement. Whether you’re introducing a new school dog or reinforcing existing rules, these flashcards provide a non-verbal, gentle reminder that makes learning the rules feel fun and natural. 🐾 What Makes These Flashcards So Helpful? ✔ Reinforce Therapy Dog Rules – Help students understand how to interact with the school dog in a safe and respectful way. ✔ Differentiated Learning – Three levels of cards make it easy to adapt for different age groups and learning styles. ✔ Interactive & Engaging – Students can draw a card, read a question, or match words to rules, making it more than just a passive reminder. ✔ Non-Verbal Support – Simply hand a student a flashcard as a gentle, visual reminder if a rule is forgotten. ✔ Perfect for Therapy Dog Handlers & Educators – Ideal for use in classrooms, therapy sessions, and school-wide therapy dog programs. 📌 What’s Included? 📥 A set of printable flashcards in PDF format 🐶 Two different design options for the front: ✔ Real-life photo of a school dog ✔ Illustrations of dogs in a school setting 📜 Three Differentiation Levels: ✅ Full-text rule cards – Great for introducing and practicing therapy dog rules. ✅ One-word rule prompts – Helps students recall rules independently. ✅ Question-based cards – Encourages students to think critically about therapy dog behavior. 🖍 Bonus: Solution cards with red writing for teachers—use them as reference guides or additional rule reminders. 📚 How to Use These Flashcards in the Classroom 📍 Introduce Rules in a Fun Way – Let students draw a card and explain the rule. 📍 Daily Reinforcement – Review a different card each day as a class reminder. 📍 Non-Verbal Reminders – If a student forgets a rule, hand them a flashcard instead of verbally correcting them. 📍 Interactive Partner Activity – Students can quiz each other using the question-based cards. 📍 Dog-Involved Learning! 🐕 – Let students draw a card for the school dog and read it aloud as if "the dog" is giving the rule! 🌟 Why Teachers & Therapy Dog Handlers Love This Resource ✔ “Such a simple yet effective way to reinforce school dog rules!” ✔ “I love that I can just hand a card to a student as a quiet reminder—no need to interrupt class.” ✔ “The differentiation levels make it perfect for students of all ages.” 🐶 Make Therapy Dog Rules Fun & Easy to Remember! Having a school dog is an amazing opportunity, but setting clear expectations is key. These flashcards help studentslearn how to interact with a therapy dog in a respectful, safe, and engaging way—without the need for constant reminders. 📥 Download now and create a positive, dog-friendly learning environment today! 🐾✨ 📍 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, Dog Guidelines
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
Lego Themed SEL Emotional Regulation Boom Cards
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
In this Lego Themed Boom Cards resource, students will learn about emotional regulation. There are 24 task playing cards so it is perfect for a whole classroom lesson, group resource, or assigned individually. The informational cards discuss how managing one's self-regulation is about thinking about one's feelings and energy levels. In this Boom Cards deck, students will also discuss what the characters in the scenarios can do to calm their bodies if they are feeling out of control or need to wake up and learn. Some of the scenarios are; a person is very upset about their brother taking their Halloween candy, a person is excited about his birthday party, a girl feeling lonely, a person feeling bored when watching a movie, a person focusing on their lesson, etc. There are many relatable situations for kids to understand and learn about their own emotions. To explore more SEL lessons and SEL resources please visit my store here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For more Lego themed resources, please check out these: https://teachsimple.com/product/lego-themed-emotion-regulation-lesson (In this lesson there are 2 lesson plan ideas. There is a Lego slide that you can print out for all students as a Lego-themed zones poster. This lesson uses legos or generic toy bricks as a hands on and engaging activity to discuss the students own zones and how they are feeling.) https://teachsimple.com/product/lego-themed-sudoku-puzzle ( A fun sudoku for kids that combines SEL and Math! This is great for early finisher, after a math lesson, etc.) https://teachsimple.com/product/lego-themed-following-instructions-sel-lesson (In this resource there is a Lego themed lesson about following directions.) There are also other lessons that are wonderful for upper elementary: https://teachsimple.com/product/sel-stress-management-game-sel-coloring-pages (In this lesson, it is based on the fun Apples to Apples game where students pull a card that can be a bit stressful. Then the other students place a card down with a coping skill for this situation. The "judge" decides which coping skill is best.)
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Tags Boom Cards, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Self-regulation, Emotional Regulation, Lego, Toy Bricks, School Counseling, Counseling, Legos
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
SEL Drug Free Red Ribbon Week Bingo | Anti-Drug Awareness Activities
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Health, P.E. & Health, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, High School, Games, Activities
Promote healthy choices and positive behavior in your classroom with this SEL Drug Free Red Ribbon Week Bingo Game ! This engaging and educational activity is perfect for helping students understand the importance of staying drug-free while building social-emotional learning (SEL) skills in a fun and interactive way. What’s Included In This Red Ribbon Week Bingo Game Pack? • 40 unique bingo cards with anti-drug awareness themes • 30 Calling cards featuring key vocabulary (e.g., respect, responsibility, healthy choices, courage, friendship, kindness, drug-free, safety) • Teacher instruction sheet • Printable format – just print and play • Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Teachers and Students Why Teachers Love It: • Reinforces positive decision-making and healthy lifestyle habits • Encourages class discussions about safety, respect, and self-control • Easy to prep – perfect for quick classroom activities • Supports SEL and character education lessons • Great tool for Red Ribbon Week assemblies or awareness events Great For: • Red Ribbon Week classroom celebrations • SEL and health education lessons • Counseling or advisory sessions • Small group activities or school assemblies • Community and school awareness programs Make Red Ribbon Week meaningful and memorable with this Drug Free Bingo Game —a simple, no-prep way to teach students about making positive choices and living a healthy, drug-free life!
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Tags Red Ribbon Week Bingo, Drug Free Bingo, Anti Drug Activity, Sel Classroom Game, Drug Awareness Game, Red Ribbon Activity, Healthy Choices Bingo, Drug Prevention Week Game, Anti Drug Bingo
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
Conflict Resolution Bingo Game Printable, Social Skills, SEL
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Elementary, High School, Early Learning, Homeschool Resources, Pre-K, Games, Activities
Help kids learn how to handle tricky situations with kindness and confidence using this engaging Conflict Resolution Bingo Game ! Designed for elementary-aged learners, this printable resource supports social-emotional learning by teaching essential communication, cooperation, and problem-solving skills through play. Each space on the bingo board features real-life conflict resolution strategies and positive behaviors like “listen without interrupting,” “use kind words,” “take a deep breath,” “walk away calmly,” and “talk it out.” It’s a fun and interactive way to reinforce the skills children need to manage emotions and resolve disagreements peacefully. What’s Included In this Game Pack? 50 unique Conflict Resolution Bingo cards 30 Calling cards with kid-friendly prompts and behavior strategies Easy instructions for classroom or small group play Printable PDF format – just print and go! This Bingo Bundle is Perfect For: SEL lessons and character education Counseling sessions and behavior interventions Classroom community-building activities Morning meetings or social skills groups Behavior management and problem-solving practice Make teaching conflict resolution meaningful and fun with this Conflict Resolution Bingo Game —a great tool to promote empathy, communication, and respectful relationships in any learning space!
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Tags Conflict Resolution Bingo, Conflict Resolution Game, Social Skills Bingo, Problem Solving Game For Kids, Anger Management Activity, Classroom Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills Bingo, Emotional Regulation Game, Sel Bingo Printable, Teamwork Bingo Game
Therapy Dog - Helping Students Reflect with Therapy Dogs 🐶💭
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, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Posters, Door Decor, Task Cards
Helping Students Reflect with Therapy Dogs 🐶💭 There’s something special about the presence of a therapy dog in the classroom. Even the most restless students seem to relax. Some kids who rarely speak up suddenly open up. And for many, it’s the first time they’ve had a chance to experience the unconditional support that a dog offers. But what if we took that experience and turned it into a learning moment? That’s exactly what this reflection activity does. It helps students think about what kindness means, why responsibility matters, and how their actions affect others—whether those others have two legs or four. Why This Activity Feels Different ✔ It gets students thinking, not just answering. It’s not about memorizing facts. It’s about pausing for a moment and reflecting on simple but meaningful questions. ✔ It connects emotions with actions. Why do therapy dogs have rules? Why does kindness matter? These questions lead to unexpectedly deep discussions. ✔ It’s easy for any grade level. Younger kids can draw their answers, while older students might write or discuss. No one feels left out. ✔ It works with or without a therapy dog. Even if your school doesn’t have one, this still sparks conversations about empathy and responsibility. ✔ No prep required. Just print it out, hand it to students, and let them think. How I Use It in My Classroom 📌 First, we talk. I ask, “How do animals teach us about kindness?” or “What do therapy dogs need from us?” The answers are never what I expect—and that’s the best part. 📌 Then, students reflect. They complete a few simple but thoughtful prompts about their own behavior, their emotions, and what they’ve learned. 📌 Next, we share (if they want to). I never make sharing mandatory. But I’m always surprised by how many students want to. 📌 Finally, we put up the poster. It’s a small reminder that kindness and responsibility go beyond the classroom. 🐶 One more idea: If you have a therapy dog visit your class, have students read their reflections to the dog. You’d be amazed at how much more open and engaged they become! What Other Teachers Have Said ✔ “I used this before our first therapy dog visit, and it made a huge difference in how students behaved around the dog.” ✔ “It’s simple but powerful. The class discussions that came from this were amazing.” ✔ “Perfect for social-emotional learning, even without a therapy dog!” Why This Activity Sticks with Students At the end of the day, this isn’t just another worksheet. It’s a way to help students slow down, think about their actions, and reflect on what really matters—whether that’s how they interact with a therapy dog, a classmate, or the world around them. 📥 Give it a try—you might be surprised by what your students come up with. 🐶✨ 📍 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, Reflection Activity
60 Blob-Style Clipart Backgrounds – For Teaching Materials, Posters,
Common Core, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Montessori, Special Education Needs (SEN), Homeschool Templates, Homeschool Curriculum, Activities, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Teacher Tools, Templates, Word Walls, Banners, Door Decor, Presentations
60 Blob-Style Clipart Backgrounds – For Teaching Materials, Posters, and Digital Resources Hand-drawn blobs to add color and personality to your classroom designs 🎨 PNG If you're creating your own worksheets, presentations, or classroom posters, it’s nice to have design elements that make your materials feel more individual and inviting—without distracting from the content. That’s why I created these 60 background cliparts in a fun, blob-inspired style. Each element is hand-drawn using Procreate and saved as a high-quality PNG file , so they’re easy to insert into PowerPoint, Canva, Word, Google Slides, or any digital notebook like GoodNotes. You can use them for headers, cover pages, memory cards, game materials, or just to decorate your resources in a way that feels personal and clear. What’s included (all in PNG format): 12 circular blob backgrounds 12 oval backgrounds 12 wavy washi-tape blobs 12 transparent organic blobs 12 striped transparent overlays That makes 60 colorful, flexible clipart pieces you can mix and match across your projects. Ideas for use: I’ve used these blobs to decorate task cards, brighten up classroom rules, create printable posters, or make front and back covers for student folders. They also work really well for memory games or station cards. Because they’re not too detailed, they’re ideal as visual anchors without drawing attention away from your content. Usage: ✔ Personal use ✔ Commercial use allowed within the educational space – for example, in your own worksheets or printables ✘ No resale or sharing of the raw PNG files These backgrounds are meant to give your materials a light, creative touch – whether you teach young learners or older students. No fancy design software needed, just drag, drop, and go. Best, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
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Tags Custom Classroom Materials, Classroom Management, Teaching Materials, Worksheets, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements, Cliparts, Backgrounds, Illustrations, Handmade
Seasonal Life Skills - How to Dress for Spring Summer, Fall and Winter
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Career, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
How to Dress for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter is an engaging and interactive functional life skills activity specifically designed for high school students and young adults. This activity focuses on teaching the importance of selecting appropriate clothing for each season, empowering students to make informed decisions. Key Features: * Carefully crafted to develop students' ability to make informed decisions about suitable attire for different weather conditions, enhancing their functional life skills. * Reading comprehension questions provide clues such as the season, temperature, occasion, weather, and location, enabling students to approach their decision-making process systematically. * Visual appeal is enhanced with images and illustrations that aid comprehension, making learning enjoyable and accessible. Visual cues reinforce the concept of season-appropriate clothing and improve understanding and retention. * Real-life scenarios reflect students' challenges when dressing for different seasons, promoting problem-solving skills and the practical application of knowledge. This comprehensive resource includes a total of 150 reading comprehension questions, fostering independence in high school students as they develop essential life skills for various contexts: school, home, and community. This handout is particularly valuable 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. The activity is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning, engaging students in interactive instruction while reinforcing learning objectives. It is suitable for grade 10, grade 11, and grade 12 students, as well as autism life skill centers . This printable, easy-to-use activity is designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties in developing independent living skills. It provides step-by-step instructions, comprehensive questions and answers, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and implementation ideas. Empower your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Activity, promoting independence and facilitating personal growth. Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Read a Basic Pay Stub How to Fill Out a Job Application How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Strong Password A PDF with 50 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, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Autism Resource For Parent , Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Adults, Life Skills For Teens
Summer Movement Cards | Seasonal Brain Breaks Printable
Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Montessori, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Word Walls, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables
Get ready to move stretch and have fun with these Summer Movement Cards the perfect way to add energy and excitement to your day T These printable activity cards are great for giving kids a quick brain break during lessons playtime or indoor days With fun summer themed movements children can stay active while using their imagination What's Included? 30 Summer Themed action like Jump like a dolphin or Fly like a Kite Easy to Use Just print cut and go Perfect for Home or Classroom Use them during brain breaks circle time or on the go summer fun Why Kids and Teachers Love Them? Encourages active play and imagination Helps with focus and energy release during learning time Super easy to prep no equipment needed Perfect for summer camps classrooms homeschool or rainy days Let us jump stretch and wiggle our way through summer with these fun and playful Summer Movement Cards a great way to keep minds fresh and bodies moving
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Tags Summer Movement Cards, Seasonal Brain Breaks Printable, Summer Activity Cards, Movement Break Set, Physical Activity Cards, Summer Gross Motor Activities, Brain Break Ideas For Kids, Seasonal Exercise Flashcards, Movement And Mindfulness Cards
Social Skills Workbook Story 2
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Not Grade Specific, Centers, Activities, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Workbooks
" Well, I Sometimes Swear " is a structured social skills workbook designed to support children with autism, sensory processing challenges, and other developmental differences in understanding and managing social behavior . Suitable for therapeutic settings, special education classrooms, and home practice, this resource integrates evidence-based strategies to foster self-awareness and social competence . Clear, developmentally appropriate narrative with multicultural illustrations to provide accessible and inclusive visual support . Targeted flashcards depicting common social practices , offering visual prompts that can be used flexibly in individual or group interventions . Skill- building worksheets incorporating tracing and fill- in- the- blank activities to promote handwriting, reinforce routines, and encourage reflective responses related to behaviors and social expectations . This workbook promotes social- emotional development by introducing the concept of bad words in a sensitive, age-appropriate manner and guiding children to identify proactive strategies for maintaining self control . It also encourages the application of self-regulation skills, equipping children with practical tools to generalize across daily contexts. Culturally responsive, engaging, and grounded in functional skill development, " Well, I Sometimes Swear " is an effective resource for professionals seeking to strengthen children’s independence and confidence in daily interactions and social participation . 3 0 pages pdf workbook . For more p d f materials on foreign language, special education, numeracy, basic math and pictorial / manipulative approach to learning, and if you are interested in incorporating Visual Perception elements in your teaching, please visit ( you can click) WORDS ASIDE . For A A C pdf educational resources, you can check the following work : AAC Reading and Writing Development Task Cards 1 READING and WRITING | 2 | : Sentence to Paragraph A A C Reading and Writing Development Task Cards 2 Greek A A C Sentence to Paragraph READING and WRITING | 1 |
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Tags Social Skills, Character, Social Emotional, Autism, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Daily Living, Flashcards, Community, Words Aside
Mindfulness Journey-An SEL Boom Deck With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
In this pixel themed Boom Deck, students will learn about the concept of mindfulness versus worrying about the future or dwelling on the past. There are 24 playing task cards and 10 introductory/closing cards. There is audio on each card so there is no required reading involved. This is a social emotional learning resource and it was created to have students learn about mindfulness in a fun and interactive way. There are different scenarios on each card with a different image on each card. Some of the situations involve sports, friendships, family, and other kid friendly situations. This deck can be used to assign to individual students, for a group or center resource, or as a whole class activity. Student enjoy coming up to the interactive white board and taking turns trying to distinguish between what is a mindfulness reaction and what is an unhelpful thought or worry. This is great for grades first, second, third, fourth and fifth. For more resources like this, check out my store here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For more SEL resources, presentations and activities, check out these favorites: https://teachsimple.com/product/sweet-or-sour-friendship-behaviors-boom-cards-with-audio (A boom deck about identifying sweet and sour friendship behaviors.) https://teachsimple.com/product/28-calm-down-strategy-sel-cards-editable (28 calm down sel strategy cards. Some examples in this resource are playing with pop its, belly breaths, talk to an adult, squeeze a stress ball, do floor push ups, do wall push ups, etc.) https://teachsimple.com/product/8-sel-posters-and-classroom-decor-items (8 SEL posters for your classroom, counseling office, etc. Some of the posters are the THINK strategy, How Are You Feeling? Things you can control or not control, changing your mindset from fixed to growth, affirmations, the power of yet, things to do when you are angry.) https://teachsimple.com/product/escape-the-beach-boom-deck-with-audio-and-handouts (Escape The Beach SEL Boom Card Escape Room with handouts. This is a fun way to end the year with students. They will solve puzzles and end up with letter that form a word (summer) and escape the beach!)
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Tags Boom Deck, Sel, Social Emotional Learning Activities, School Counseling, Sel Resources, Mindfulness, Social Skills, Pixel Themed, Boom Cards
Viking-Themed Door Tags – Discover and Visualize Strengths
Montessori, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Community Building, Graphic Arts, Creative Arts, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Projects, Templates, Classroom Decor, Door Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Banners
Viking-Themed Door Tags – Discover and Visualize Strengths A creative resource to support self-awareness and classroom community (grades 2–6) 🛡️✏️ This set of printable Viking-themed door tags helps students reflect on their personal strengths in a fun and low-pressure way. Whether you're working on self-esteem, social-emotional learning, or simply want to add a motivating activity to your classroom routine – these templates give you plenty of flexibility. The material includes 96 hand-drawn door hangers in three differentiated formats: – Pre-filled with strengths (ready to color and hang) – With gaps for students to add their own words – Completely blank for free design and writing All versions are included in both color and black-and-white, making them perfect for creative work, quiet time, or even as a thoughtful take-home project. Fonts are provided in print, tracing, and decorative styles – so you can adapt the activity to your students' level and needs. What makes it practical for teachers: I’ve used these door hangers when starting a new school year, during transition phases, or when I wanted to quietly support students’ confidence. They also work well in substitute lessons or as a calming station activity. The Viking theme adds just the right amount of playfulness without feeling too childish. Easy prep, lots of uses: Print, cut, and let students decorate their door hangers with drawings or personal messages. You can hang them on lockers, desks, or classroom walls. Some teachers also use them for class community projects or parent nights. This activity encourages self-reflection in a gentle and creative way – and reminds students that recognizing their own strengths is part of learning too. This is more than just a decoration – it’s a tool for early math learning wrapped in a bit of adventure. 📍 Best wishes, Heike from @Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
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Tags Vikings, Handdrawn, Banners, Viking Classroom Decor, Door Tags For Students, Character Building, Growth Mindset, SEL Resource, Personal Strengths Reflection, Student Self-esteem
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
SEL Boom Deck-Grateful or Disappointed? With Audio Plus Handout!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Elementary, Middle School, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
In this resource, students will learn the differences between feeling grateful and disappointed. These two feelings are essentially opposite one another. The 28 slide Boom Deck has 3 educational/introduction cards and 25 task playing cards. There is audio on each card so no reading is required. This can be done as a whole class group whereas each student can take a turn coming up to a interactive board and deciding which situation is being presented. Then the directions for the deck ask students to think of things the person in the situation could be grateful for in a disappointing situation. There are many examples of disappointing situations such as; not being able to play a volleyball game because a coach is out of town, not being able to have outdoor recess, a volcano not erupting, having to do homework instead of play with friends, a dog ruining a pair of shoes, a teacher asking a student to rewrite a paragraph, a special art class is being canceled, and not getting to go on a roller coaster at an amusement park, among others. There is a handout to print off for each student and have them reflect on a time they were disappointed and now looking back, what were they grateful for in that situation. This is a great Boom Deck to do during Thanksgiving but also throughout the entire year. This is great for grades two, three, four, five, and six. This will create some good conversations with students on looking for those grateful moments. Please review the Boom Deck terms of use and the ability to get a free trial. The explanation is on their website and I cannot insert it here due to the AI system recognizing it as duplicate information. For more products related to gratitude, please check out these: https://teachsimple.com/product/the-grateful-gecko-and-the-grumpy-goose-sel-boom-cards-about-gratitude-with-audio (This is a Boom Deck about gratitude as well). You can also visit my store for more engaging products at https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Gratitude, Disappointed, Social Emotional Skills, School Counseling, Special Education, Thanksgiving, Handout, Extension Activity
Fear of insects Social Story
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Not Grade Specific, Activities
For children who experience intense fear or phobias related to insects, this social story resource provides supporting explanations and coping strategies. Specifically tailored for children on the autism spectrum who may struggle reading social cues, the story aims to logically address the reasons behind insect fears and equip children with skills to manage them. Using a reassuring tone, the social story explains how most insects pose no real danger to humans, as many are so tiny compared to a person’s size. While some insects like bees can sting, the story gives facts about how insect stings rarely cause serious harm. It also highlights all the useful things insects do, like pollinating plants. The second half of the story outlines constructive ways children can deal with insect fears when encountered. This includes techniques like staying calm, thinking logical thoughts about how small insects are, and reminding themselves that insects are useful to their earth. By addressing both the emotional and reality-based sides of insect fears, this social story uses clear language and visuals to teach autistic children coping methods. It validates their feelings while also gently challenging catastrophic thinking. The final outcome is a set of strategies children can employ themselves when afraid, giving them skills, reassurance, and power to manage phobias. These books should be used over and over to reinforce the point so I would suggest either putting the pages into a display book or laminating and binding them. Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt Clip Art
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Tags Insects, Fear, Anxiety, Social Story, Coping Strategies, Coping Skills, Overcoming Fears
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
Fun Capybara Activity Mats & Brain Break Activities
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Elementary, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Mazes, Word Searches, Games, Activities
Do your students love capybaras as much as my students do? In this resource, there are 10 different activities with the theme of capybaras. There are 2 resources that are both in color and black and white for options. There are two Find The Differences, 3 different activity mats, three coloring pages, a weekly planner and an "I spy" activity mat. These are great for brain breaks, calm down centers, centers, parties, etc. This resource is good for kindergarten, first, second, third, and fourth. For more SEL resources and fun stuff for students, please check out my store here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor You may enjoy checking out my other fun resources here: https://teachsimple.com/product/20-hidden-objects-and-find-the-differences-puzzles-and-games (20 different puzzles and games for brain breaks and calm down activities. There are puzzles and games for different seasons.) https://teachsimple.com/product/unwind-your-mind-sel-activity-mats (Unwind Your Mind activity mats for brain breaks and calming activities. These are a great "lunch bunch and group resource.) https://teachsimple.com/product/fall-and-winter-holiday-and-seasonal-word-searches (Fall and winter word searches. There is a word search for Halloween, Christmas, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (fall), Valentine's day and Back To School. These are great for early finishers, back to school, Winter and fall classroom parties, group centers, etc.) https://teachsimple.com/product/2-sel-cute-coloring-pages-and-sel-posters (2 cute coloring pages-a sloth and a camera image. Great for mindfulness coloring, calm down corners, etc.) https://teachsimple.com/product/back-to-school-personalized-sel-bookmarks (Back to school bookmarks. You can personalize these with each student's name on it-they could be greeted on the first day of school with these personalized bookmarks and then color them.) https://teachsimple.com/product/a-to-z-coping-skills-and-calming-techniques-sel-posters (2 SEL, social emotional learning posters. One is an A to Z coping skills poster. The other one is Calming Down techniques for kids. There are 12 different calming down strategies.) https://teachsimple.com/product/all-about-me-tee-back-to-school-sel-coloring-pages (All About Me Tee for the first days of school. These are also great for getting to know you activities. There is one for younger students and one for older students. This would be great for bulletin boards.)
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Tags Capybara, Activity Mats, Coloring Pages, Brain Breaks, Calm Down Corners, Mindfulness, Puzzles, Word Search, Fun Stuff, Sel
Coping Skills Brochure and SEL coloring pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets
In this resource, your students will have a take home brochure to help them think of and remember ways to calm down and cope with big feelings. There are 6 sections of this resource. There are SEL coloring pages in this resource. The first section is the cover page with has a mindfulness coloring activity that students can customize to their liking. This in and of itself is a coping skill! Next you have a place where students can use their name and use the acronym of their name to help them come up and customize how they would like to calm down when they have a big feeling. For example, if the name is Jenny, they can write; J is for make a joke or listen to a joke, E is for Exercise, N is for Try something New, the other N is for Notice objects in the room (such as all the things that are green, blue, etc.) and the Y is for do yoga poses. On of the pages is the directions and the other page (flap) is for them to write their own name and customize their strategies. One of the flaps give them the acronym of CALMS which stands for C-Calming Exercises, A-Activities that distract (reading, playing a game or sport, puzzle, word search, etc) L-Look around the room (Look for all the blue objects, Look for things you see that begin with the letter A, etc.) and then M-Mindfulness practices. These are things that really bring students into the present moment. Look for 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, 3 things you feel, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste, etc. The S is for Sensations. Do things that make you feel different sensations that are pleasant such as place an ice pack on your forehead, go into a hot shower or hot tub, etc. Taste something sweet or spicy. These are all the things that can help someone cope with a strong feeling.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Coping Skills, Stress Management, School Counseling, Social Skills, Self-regulation, Calming Down, Sel Coloring Pages
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
Middle School Social Emotional Choice Boards
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
In this resource, you will receive 3 different middle school social emotional choice boards. The handout is designed for students to try and get a tic tac toe or multiple tic tac toes, depending on which sel activities they choose. There are 9 categories; 5 of which come from the CASEL framework. The categories are; self-management, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, decision-making skills, mindfulness, kindness, gratitude, and giving. Some of the examples are; text or write a gratitude note to 3 different people, what are the things you are most passionate about, name a time you had to wait for something you really wanted-what helped you wait, go on a walk in nature and look for all of the colors of the rainbow, bake or cook for someone else-perhaps to a friend or neighbor in need, name 3 types of peer pressure-how can you respond responsibly, write down or draw all of the things necessary to actively listen to someone, draw how you feel right now, sit with someone new at lunch-ask 3 open-ended questions, think about your own community-what is something that needs to change, write down 3 strengths and personal goals, name 3 ways you can be safe and responsible on social media, this week tell your parents 3 things you are grateful about them, if you were to choose an animal that is like you-which one would you choose and why, name 3 ways you managed strong emotions this week, what are 3 responsible decisions you have made this week, donate to an organization of your choice-which one was it and what did you donate, give up one hour of your time to help someone out-what did you do, name 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, 3 things you feel, 2 things you smell and 1 thing you tast, and many more activities. Middle schoolers love choices and this product is a wonderful addition to any school counselor's resources or any middle school teacher's classroom activities.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Choice Boards, School Counseling, Classroom Climate, Kindness, Social Skills, Activities, Tic Tac Toe