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SEL Activities For Elementary Students
Foster a supportive classroom environment with SEL activities tailored for elementary students. This collection includes teamwork exercises, kindness challenges, and self-esteem building activities. By incorporating these resources into your teaching, you can help students develop important social skills and a strong sense of self.
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The Empathy Odyssey Seasonal Micro-Mission Deck for Social-Emotional
Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Community Building, Sociology, Social Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Projects, Activities, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Rubrics, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Word Searches, Word Problems
Unleash the full potential of social and emotional learning with "The Empathy Odyssey: Pedagogical Architectures for the Middle Years" – a comprehensive, immersive, and transformative curriculum that develops empathy, resilience, and cognitive skills for tweens. This 43-page digital PDF contains a facilitator's guide, theory, student workbook, and teacher resources, all rolled into one. Developed with the principles of neuroscience, psychology, and the Seasonal Cyclicality Model (SCM), this social and emotional learning program for kids takes students on a series of fun, gamified, and micro-level missions aligned with Autumn (self-awareness), Winter (social observation), Spring (social skills), and Summer (responsible decision-making). This social and emotional learning program for kids, tweens, and pre-teens is perfect for parents, teachers, and counselors who want to develop the cognitive empathy, emotional intelligence, and growth mindset of middle school students. A must-have for middle school emotional intelligence development, bullying prevention, and classroom community building. Instant download. Keywords: SEL curriculum for 4th to 7th grade, empathy workbook for middle school, social and emotional learning activities, tween emotional intelligence development, neuroscience-based SEL program. Why Parents/Schools Love It: Neuroscience-Based: Fuses the power of brain science with the ease of using Micro-Missions to develop empathy as a "muscle" that grows with repetition, creating a lifelong tool for children without overwhelming them. Seasonal Format: Utilizes the power of seasonal themes and activities to eliminate social anxiety issues with a "game" approach to SEL that integrates easily into the school year or home schedule. Comprehensive Resources Included: Provides facilitator guides, student worksheets, case studies, images, and teacher keys in one convenient PDF format for quick and effective implementation with proven results such as improved conflict resolution and self-regulation. Universal and Adaptable: Includes protocols for working with children who have experienced trauma, those with neurodiverse needs, and applications for real-world issues such as bullying, making it effective for a wide range of classrooms and promoting a sense of community. Proven Results through Real-Life Case Studies: Includes real-life examples of how children move from isolation to connection, giving parents and educators the power to see the impact on children's social skills and decisions. Target Classes/Students : After a thorough analysis of the entire content presented in the PDF, from the introduction to the chapters, case studies, worksheets, and teacher resources, the content is clearly targeted at students from grade 4 through grade 7 (approximately 9-13 years old). This is consistent with the "middle years" concept presented throughout the content, which covers neurological developments such as prefrontal cortex restructuring, synaptic pruning, and the progression from Erik Erikson's Industry vs. Inferiority stage to the Identity vs. Role Confusion stage. For example, grade 4 community projects, grade 5 integrations into the classroom, grade 6 self-awareness interventions, and grade 7 conflict resolutions. The content is applicable for homeschoolers, classrooms in public/private schools, after-school programs, and counseling sessions for the target age group, with modifications for neurodiverse students with ASD or NVLD. Copyright/Terms of Use: This Book was copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This resource is for personal and single classroom use only. You may not alter, redistribute, or sell any part of this resource. In other words, you may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded. If you want to share this resource with colleagues, please purchase additional licenses from Teachsimple. Thank you for respecting these terms of use. This product is happily brought to you by Syed Hammad Rizvi
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags TheEmpathyOdyssey, SELCurriculum, SocialEmotionalLearning, EmpathyWorkbook, MiddleSchoolSEL, Grades4to7, EmotionalIntelligenceKids, TweenResilience, NeuroscienceEducation, EmpathyBuildingActivities
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
Soccer Game – Find the Match! Spot It! Style with Hand-Drawn Cliparts
Montessori, Math, Early Math, Special Resources, Common Core, Holiday & Seasonal, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Speech Therapy, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Preschool, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards
Soccer Game – Find the Match! Spot It! Style with Hand-Drawn Cliparts Similar to Dobble / Spot it! A quick-thinking visual game for elementary learners – perfect for brain breaks, warm-ups, or station work ⚽🧠 This printable matching game is built around a simple idea: every two cards share exactly one image – and the goal is to find it faster than your opponent! Designed in a soccer theme and illustrated with my own hand-drawn clipart, this version adds a playful and sporty twist to the classic Dobble/Spot It! concept. You’ll receive two full sets of 31 cards each – in both round and square formats. Each card includes six different soccer-related illustrations (balls, shoes, trophies, whistles, and more). Whether you're working on visual attention, comparison, or just want to offer something fun and interactive, this game is a low-prep favorite. What’s included: 62 cards in total (2x 31-card sets) 2 formats: round and square (easy to cut) All images are original soccer-themed clipart Clear instructions included PDF format for printing and laminating How I’ve used it in the classroom: This type of game has worked really well for me during transition times or as part of a classroom “focus station.” It’s quick to explain, easy to set up, and even young learners who don’t read yet can join in. The competitive element keeps it exciting, but the visual search also supports focus and attention. You can play in small groups, pairs, or even adapt the cards for solo use. The laminated version holds up well over time, and I often keep a copy in our class game drawer. A simple, sporty way to bring energy and focus into your classroom – and a nice break from worksheets. Print, cut, and play – no prep needed, and lots of learning packed into a simple activity. Warm regards, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Math, Foreign Languages, Game, Spot It, Educational Card Games, Visual Math Activity, Find The Match, Soccer, Soccer Game, Elementary
SEL Presentations Boom Deck-Traffic Light Feelings With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Activities
In this SEL Boom Deck SEL presentation, there are 24 playing task cards with audio so there is no reading required. There are also 7 informational cards with audio as well. Students will learn about traffic light feelings. There are different intensity levels of feelings and each one is a certain color. For example, red means stop-this is when one is feeling angry, unsafe, really upset or scared. Yellow means slow down; feelings associated with yellow are worried, silly, excited, distracted in class and frustrated. Green means go-the feelings associated with green are happy, calm, proud, and focused. Students will click on either the red, yellow or green light image at the bottom of every page. There is a prompt to have students share what strategies can be used if someone is red or yellow and need to calm down. Some of the examples given in the Boom Deck are; Adam was nervous about the first day of school, Yani was frustrated that his friend was not playing by the rules, Sam knocked down his tower because he was upset about not having more red blocks, Julie was happy it was yoga day in P.E. today, Chase was super scared about the shadow of the cactus, Gigi felt grateful for her birthday present, Evan was super excited it was carnival day at school, Pari was feeling scared about the thunder and lightening, and many more child relatable scenarios. This lesson can be used for preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade. This lesson will help students self-regulate by encouraging them to identify and manage those strong feelings many students (and adults) have throughout the day. This Boom Deck is a great extension activity after my other lesson on traffic light feelings here: https://teachsimple.com/product/traffic-light-feelings-lesson-an-sel-self-regulation-tool Please visit Boom Learning for Terms of Use for their decks.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Boom Cards, SEL, Social-emotional Learning, Social Skills, Special Education, School Counseling, Self-regulation, Emotions, SEL Presentations, SEN Presentations
Guided Reading Level K - Street Safety Signs (with Lesson Plan)
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Language Development, Health, P.E. & Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments
This Guided Reading Book - Street Safety Signs (Level K) with lesson plan includes: Guided Reading Color Label (front cover x1) This is a quick way to match the book’s demands to what students can generally handle.. The overall goal is to use the level/color to pick books for several smaller groups. To qualify for a certain level, a student is expected to read a book from that level with about 90–94% accuracy. If a student is consistently accurate and understands, move up a level. If the student is struggling at that level, drop down and add more support. Each student will improve at completely different rates, but it is generally one of the best ways to check progress across the class. DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG TO VIEW ALL GUIDED READING BOOKS AVAILABLE (SORTED LEVELS A-Z) Pre-Reading Question (x1) Teacher asks the prompt aloud, can be while showing the cover or first page. Students share what they already know, or make educated guesses from the cover. Prompt them to use the target vocabulary. Write some of their responses on the board to look back at during the reading. Vocabulary Words (x5) Introduce the five words, best doing it one at a time. Start by saying it, while students repeat and then see if anyone knows what it means before reading further. Read through the meaning and try to briefly connect each word to a picture or gesture so it’s meaningful. Ask students to flip through the book pages and point to where they see each of the vocabulary words. While reading the book pause upon coming across one of the vocab words or read the sentence twice to make sure students understand the word has appeared. Optional: Ask students to raise hands whenever they see/hear one of the new words. Guided Reading Pages (x10) Check the book snapshot (below) for: primary topic - do you need to prep extra reading or intro materials on this? what is taught best - decide on 1-2 bullets to focus on, use the prompt or words provided here for best results. learning goals - what you are checking for students to be able to do after the session, elicit answers using prompts or words provided. key vocabulary (see section above). questions overview - so you know what is coming up and if you need to prep extra materials to assist understanding. Run the lesson You may have already looked at a few of the pages together, but you can show them some of the pictures again first to set meaning. Depending on how much time you have and how familiar your students are with guided reading class, you may want to read the book aloud first with the group first. Students whisper or partner read, while you listen in. If time, do it as a group, one student reading a page each. Use the guided page’s prompts to coach: “Check the picture / does it make sense?” “Point under the words / try the first sound” “Reread the sentence smoothly”. Try to focus more on one student per session (rotating every time), so you can work out if they are ready to move up or need to move down a level. Comprehension Questions (back cover x3) This is your way to check that students didn’t just say the words, but actually understood the text. First, let students answer by pointing to the page/picture and saying a short sentence. After any answer, follow with: “Show me where you found that in the text.” In bigger groups, have partners answer first (10–20 seconds), then call on 2–3 students to share. Differentiation tips: Emerging speakers/struggling readers: oral + pointing On-level: oral in a full sentence Higher: one written sentence or draw + label Book Snapshot Title: Street Safety Signs Genre: Nonfiction (informational) Subject: Health & Safety / Reading (Informational Text) Primary Topic: Street signs, colors, and safety messages Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): K What This Book Teaches Best How street signs help people stay safe: Street signs are “helpful tools” that tell people how to stay safe on the road. Using shapes and colors to understand meaning: Each sign has a special shape and color that sends a message. Key safety actions for walkers and drivers: The stop sign means come to a full halt and look both ways before moving again. Recognizing common road signals: The book explains warning signs, traffic lights, yield signs, speed limit signs, school signs, do not enter signs, and bike lane signs. Street-sign knowledge as a life skill: Paying attention to signs helps people “navigate the world safely.” Learning Goals Students will explain how street signs help people stay safe on roads. Students will identify what different sign colors and shapes communicate in this text. Students will describe what a stop sign tells people to do and why looking both ways matters. Students will explain what traffic light colors mean (red, green, yellow) based on the text. Students will connect specific signs (yield, speed limit, school, do not enter, bike lane) to their safety messages. Key Vocabulary From the Text octagon — a shape with eight sides. pedestrians — people who are walking. intersection — where two roads meet or cross. fluorescent — very bright and easy to see. navigate — find your way and move safely place to place. Discussion Prompts Pre-reading question: What street signs or signals have you seen that help people stay safe? Comprehension questions: What does the stop sign mean, and what should you do before moving again? What do yellow diamond-shaped warning signs tell drivers to watch for? Why do speed limit signs help keep neighborhoods and people safe? Printing Tips 1. Best Printing Method (Recommended) “Booklet” Printing (Best if Available) If your printer or PDF viewer supports Booklet Printing , use this. Settings to use: Print mode: Booklet Paper size: Letter or A4 (either works) Orientation: Landscape Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Scaling: Fit to printable area Booklet subset: First test: Front sides only Then: Back sides only This will automatically: Pair pages correctly Put the cover on the outside Align everything for folding After printing, fold in half and staple along the spine . 2. If “Booklet” Printing Is NOT Available You can still print this correctly with manual duplex printing . Step-by-step: Open the PDF. Choose Print . Set: Orientation: Landscape Pages per sheet: 1 Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Print all pages . Because each PDF page already contains two facing book pages, the result will still fold cleanly into a book. Thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here.
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Tags Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Guided Reading, Guided Reading Lesson Plan, Guided Reading Activity, Pre-reading, Vocabulary, Street Signs, Health
AAPI Heritage Month Coloring Activity Asian American Pacific Islander
Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, History: Asian, History, Social Studies, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Door Decor, Posters, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts
Ever need a simple but meaningful way to recognize AAPI Heritage Month without spending hours planning? These AAPI Heritage Month Coloring Pages give students a chance to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander culture in a way that feels calm, accessible, and classroom-friendly. No prep. Just print and go. What’s Included: 30 AAPI-themed coloring pages Positive and kid-friendly cultural celebration quotes A mix of heritage, kindness, culture, and community themes Printable high-resolution PDF format Ideal For AAPI Heritage Month Cultural diversity lessons Bulletin board displays Morning tubs or centers Fast finisher activities Sub plans Calm-down activities How It Can Be Used Whole class coloring activity during AAPI Month Small group discussions about culture and heritage Independent work Hallway or classroom displays Pair with picture books or writing prompts Add to a cultural celebration unit Skills Covered Cultural awareness Respect for diversity Fine motor skills Classroom discussion Creativity and self-expression I’ve found resources like this work best when they’re flexible. You can keep it simple with a coloring activity, or turn it into a larger classroom conversation depending on your students and schedule that week.
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Tags AAPI Heritage Month, AAPI Activities, Coloring Pages, Asian American Pacific Islander, Cultural Diversity Activities, Heritage Month Activities, Elementary Coloring Pages, May Classroom Activities, Bulletin Board Activities, Social Studies Activities
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
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!
Author Perfect_Printables
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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
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.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Boom Cards, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Self-regulation, Emotional Regulation, Lego, Toy Bricks, School Counseling, Counseling, Legos
Football Field Of Feelings-An SEL Boom Cards with SEL Coloring Page
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Football Field Of Feelings-An SEL Self-Regulation Boom Deck Plus SEL Coloring Pages An engaging learning tool your early learners will love! Tailored specifically for Kindergarten to Grade 4 children, this versatile resource focuses on the vital skill of self-regulating emotions. 25-card deck with a football theme: Presenting situations and allowing students to respond positively or negatively towards an emotive scenario. 'Fumble' and 'Touchdown': Each card presents these two options, enabling students to differentiate between positive and negative emotional responses. No reading required!The voice-over on each card adds auditory stimulation and further enhances comprehension levels in children. The first three instruction cards even include exciting football stadium sounds that are sure to enthrall them. Bonus handout: A bonus handout is added in the package where students get the opportunity to write down five techniques they can employ when dealing with strong emotions which solidifies their understanding further. An excellent complementing resource viable for whole class discussions, small group activities or as individual homework assignments. Inclusive Access For All Learners: We have ensured easy access via instant download – just click on the product image provided in the downloadable PDF! This package's benefits extend beyond education sessions into real-life emotional management practices increasing resilience among children while building emotionally intelligent future adults. You may also find our other sports-themed decks useful which are tailor-made for developing life skills in young learners such as; Frendship Homerun (Baseball-Themed). Best Behavior Basketball (BasketBall-Themend). An internet connection is needed for usage as it plays on browsers such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox & Edge along with popular apps such as Android iPad iPhone & Kindle Fire devices.For privacy reasons we recommend adults involved should have a Boom Learning account.The Fast Pins option allows immediate feedback making it popular among self grading students. The Football Field Of Feelings -An SEL Self-Regulation Boom Deck: A resource that brings vitality to learning emotions and levity in classrooms through crisp graphics, dynamic sounds and invigorating activities !
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL, Self-regulation, Emotional Intelligence, Football Theme, Interactive Deck, Sel Coloring Pages, Boom Cards, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling
Anger Management Social Story: Interoception & Coping Strategies
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Early Learning, Elementary, Worksheets & Printables, Read Alouds, Activities
Many elementary students and students on the Autism Spectrum struggle with identifying how they feel and emotional regulation. Social stories can be a great tool to help bridge that gap and reduce behaviors! This social story focuses on how to know when your students feel angry by practicing interoception and showing examples of what may happen to them when they are feeling angry. The social story then walks them through different coping strategies using visuals so that way students can practice calming themselves down from their anger. With several different formats and additional activities, your students will have a better handle on knowing when they feeling angry, and knowing what to do to calm themselves down to make better choices. If you have students struggling with behaviors out of anger, and are working on making better choices, then this social story is a must have! What's Included? Half-Size Social Story Full Size Social Story Social Story Comic Strip Card Format of the Social Story Anger Choice Board With Coping Skills Coping Strategy Visuals Digital Version of the Social Story Using Google Slides Black and White Versions of the story for ink-friendly printing
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Social Stories Angry, Social Stories About Emotions, Social Stories Autism, Social Stories, Coping Skills Cards, Choice Board, Anger Management, Coping Strategies Visuals, Interoception
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
Kindness and Empathy Challenge - Top Secret: Mission Possible
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Reading, ELA, Elementary, Activities, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Perfect for revitalizing classroom relationships after winter break, the Top Secret: Mission Possible Kindness and Empathy Challenge encourages students to practice empathy, build social-emotional skills, and foster a supportive classroom environment through fun and meaningful activities. Why You Need This Resource: Designed for January and February, this kindness and empathy challenge is perfect for reviewing classroom expectations, teaching positive interactions, and helping students act with character. Students will develop and choose secret missions, completing tasks that spread positivity in and around their school and home, while reinforcing key social-emotional learning (SEL) skills. What’s Included in This Mission: Mission Statement for Your Agents: A top-secret introduction that gets students engaged and ready to take on their roles as agents of kindness. Idea List for Secret Tasks: A variety of creative and impactful kindness missions they can accomplish in secret. Blank Planning Organizer: A space for your students to brainstorm and design their own missions for added creativity and ownership. Nonfiction Reading Passage: A thoughtfully crafted passage, complete with discussion questions to deepen understanding and spark conversations. How This Resource Benefits Your Classroom: Builds a positive classroom culture through team-building activities and SEL-focused challenges. Encourages students to practice empathy and kindness in real-life scenarios. Helps review and reinforce classroom rules and expectations post-winter break. Supports academic skills with nonfiction reading, comprehension, and discussion opportunities. Perfect For: Classroom team-building activities in January and February Social-emotional learning lessons Reviewing classroom rules and expectations after winter break Teachers looking for engaging SEL resources that make a real impact Keywords: Kindness Activities for Kids, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Resources, Empathy Lessons for Elementary, Kindness Challenge for Students, Classroom Team-Building Activities, Post-Winter Break Activities, Character Education, Nonfiction Reading with Discussion Questions, February Kindness Activities, Kindness Missions for Elementary Classrooms. Equip your students with the tools they need to create a supportive and empathetic classroom environment while keeping them excited and motivated. Mission Possible: Accepted!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Kindness Activities, Social And Emotional Learning Resources, SEL, Empathy Activities, Kindness And Empathy Challenge, Nonfiction Reading, Post-winter Break Activity, February Kindness, February Empathy
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.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Capybara, Activity Mats, Coloring Pages, Brain Breaks, Calm Down Corners, Mindfulness, Puzzles, Word Search, Fun Stuff, Sel
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
Author Perfect_Printables
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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
Yoga Poses for Kids Cards - Deck One
P.E. & Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables
Brand-New Design for 2025! Discover the joy of yoga with 25 fun, easy-to-follow poses for kids! These colorful, engaging cards are perfect for: Brain breaks in the classroom Calm corners or transitions Full kids yoga classes or quick movement activities at home What’s Inside the Deck: 25 yoga pose cards 25 matching illustrated keyword cards 25 description cards 25 pose + keyword illustration 4 fun themes: Travel, Earth, People, and Animals Pose index and teaching tips Why You’ll Love It: Kid-Friendly Design: Bright, clear illustrations make it easy for children ages 3+ to follow along. Versatile Uses: Perfect for teachers, parents, and kids yoga instructors. Ideal for both beginners and experienced yogis. Encourages Creativity: Use the cards to create imaginative stories or sequences. Multicultural Representation: Features diverse yogi kids from seven countries. Customer Favorite: "I used the yoga cards yesterday with my PK class. I used them like flashcards and held each one up to see if they could name the pose. Almost all of my kids knew the names and poses, plus we counted to see how many we had learned and there were 45! We were all amazed and then picked our favorite poses to do. It was a wonderful learning opportunity."-Stephanie Give the gift of movement, mindfulness, and fun. Perfect for kids, teachers, and parents alike! Ages 3+. For tips on using the cards, check out our guide: "How to Play with Yoga Cards for Kids." Makes a wonderful gift for the teachers, parents, friends, and children in your life. Fun for all ages. 3 years+
Author Kids Yoga Stories
Tags Kids Yoga, Yoga Poses, Classroom Yoga, Matching
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
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
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
Brain health mindfulness bingo game SEL Wellness healthy habits
Health, P.E. & Health, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Early Learning, Pre-K, Elementary, Games, Activities
Make learning about brain health and mindfulness fun with this No Prep Brain Health & Mindfulness Bingo Game ! Students will build vocabulary related to social-emotional learning (SEL), wellness, healthy habits, mindfulness, and self-care through an engaging and interactive bingo game. I like using this bingo game during SEL lessons, health and wellness units, mindfulness activities, morning meetings, counseling sessions, classroom community building, and homeschool learning. It’s an easy, low-prep activity that encourages meaningful conversations while reinforcing positive habits. What You Will Get This printable Brain Health & Mindfulness Bingo Game includes everything you need for an engaging classroom activity that helps students develop healthy habits and emotional awareness. What’s Included in this Bingo Game? • Printable Brain Health & Mindfulness Bingo cards • Calling cards featuring mindfulness, wellness, and healthy habit vocabulary • Easy-to-follow teacher instructions • Low-prep, print-and-play activity • Perfect for whole-class, small groups, or learning centers • Reusable for review and discussion throughout the school year This resource is perfect for: • Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons • Health and wellness units • Mindfulness activities • Morning meetings and advisory periods • School counseling sessions • Homeschool learning • Substitute teacher plans Why you will love this? • Quick and easy to prepare • Reinforces mindfulness and wellness vocabulary • Encourages positive habits and self-awareness • Promotes meaningful classroom discussions • Great for review, enrichment, and community building • Keeps students engaged while learning This Brain Health & Mindfulness Bingo Game is a fun and interactive way for students to strengthen SEL skills, practice mindfulness, build healthy habits, and expand wellness vocabulary through engaging classroom gameplay.
Author The Clever Llama
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Tags SEL Activities, Health Activities, Wellness Activities, Bingo Games, Healthy Habits, Brain Health Bingo, Mindfulness Activity, Social Emotional Learning, Self Care, Wellness Classroom Game
SEL Boom Deck With Audio-Help The Elf Plus A Fun Handout
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
In this SEL Boom Deck called Help The Elf, students will get to make choices about how someone may be feeling, how they can solve a problem, and making choices about what is the right thing to do. There is audio on every card so there is no need for reading. This is a Christmas themed Boom Deck and fun for students to do before the holiday break. There is also a fun Spot The Differences Handout that has a Christmas picture on it. There are 10 differences. In this deck, there are situations related to someone not getting the present they wanted and how should they respond, how a parent might feel if a child snuck a cookie, how a person might feel if someone is talking about a playdate they were not invited to, how someone might feel if a person only wanted to be partners with one person, what kind of peer pressure is daring someone to climb the fence, which is better; a fake apology or no apology, someone helping someone up and taking them to the nurse's office, saying hello to a new student and inviting them to play tag at recess, and many more. There are 24 playing cards so everyone in the class can get a turn, you could have each student do this deck as a center , or you can have students do this in partners or groups. There are cute Christmas images that show different types of feelings. There are true/false questions and there are "What should they do?" questions. This Boom deck can produce some good discussions around the choices one makes. To top it off, after students complete the Boom deck, they can do a fun Find The Differences Handout where they need to find 10 differences between images. I always find it helpful to have an activity students can do afterward. For the Boom deck's terms of use, please visit their site.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Boom Cards, SEL, Social Emotional Learning, Christmas, Elf, School Counseling, Counseling, Special Education, Social Skills, Winter
Anxiety Social Story For Identifying Triggers & Coping Skills
Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Activities
This anxiety social story will help students learn all about identifying triggers, specifically with anxiety, and introduces anxiety specific coping skills that they can use to self-regulate! Anxiety in our students is on the rise, and not just with students on the Autism Spectrum, but any of our students! And what I have found is that our students struggle to understand what makes them anxious or worried. This social story helps to alleviate that problem as it introduces common anxiety triggers that help students pinpoint exactly which situations cause them to feel stressed, scared, or even worried. After identifying triggers of anxiety, the story then discusses practical ways to calm themselves down, to help promote emotional regulation. And the best part is, the social story is just the tip of the iceberg! It includes coping skill cards and a choice board with multiple calming strategies that your students can use in their everyday lives! So not only are you introducing the concepts in the social story, but you are able to reinforce the concepts in the classroom as well! Needing a digital option? I’ve got you covered! This also includes a digital version of the story with the same concepts so that way you can use it for class lessons, in anxiety small groups, or even on a tablet!
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Anxiety Social Story, Anxiety Coping Skills, Anxiety Worksheets, Anxiety Small Group, Identifying Triggers, Triggers, Emotional Regulation, Social Stories Autism, Autism Resources
Guided Reading Level H - Who Cooks for the Community
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Career, Life Studies, Social Studies, Economics, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments
This Guided Reading Book - Who Cooks for the Community (Level H) includes: Guided Reading Color Label (front cover x1) This is a quick way to match the book’s demands to what students can generally handle.. The overall goal is to use the level/color to pick books for several smaller groups. To qualify for a certain level, a student is expected to read a book from that level with about 90–94% accuracy. If a student is consistently accurate and understands, move up a level. If the student is struggling at that level, drop down and add more support. Each student will improve at completely different rates, but it is generally one of the best ways to check progress across the class. DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG TO VIEW ALL GUIDED READING BOOKS AVAILABLE (SORTED LEVELS A-Z) Pre-Reading Question (x1) Teacher asks the prompt aloud, can be while showing the cover or first page. Students share what they already know, or make educated guesses from the cover. Prompt them to use the target vocabulary. Write some of their responses on the board to look back at during the reading. Vocabulary Words (x5) Introduce the five words, best doing it one at a time. Start by saying it, while students repeat and then see if anyone knows what it means before reading further. Read through the meaning and try to briefly connect each word to a picture or gesture so it’s meaningful. Ask students to flip through the book pages and point to where they see each of the vocabulary words. While reading the book pause upon coming across one of the vocab words or read the sentence twice to make sure students understand the word has appeared. Optional: Ask students to raise hands whenever they see/hear one of the new words. Guided Reading Pages (x10) Check the book snapshot (below) for: primary topic - do you need to prep extra reading or intro materials on this? what is taught best - decide on 1-2 bullets to focus on, use the prompt or words provided here for best results. learning goals - what you are checking for students to be able to do after the session, elicit answers using prompts or words provided. key vocabulary (see section above). questions overview - so you know what is coming up and if you need to prep extra materials to assist understanding. Run the lesson You may have already looked at a few of the pages together, but you can show them some of the pictures again first to set meaning. Depending on how much time you have and how familiar your students are with guided reading class, you may want to read the book aloud first with the group first. Students whisper or partner read, while you listen in. If time, do it as a group, one student reading a page each. Use the guided page’s prompts to coach: “Check the picture / does it make sense?” “Point under the words / try the first sound” “Reread the sentence smoothly”. Try to focus more on one student per session (rotating every time), so you can work out if they are ready to move up or need to move down a level. Comprehension Questions (back cover x3) This is your way to check that students didn’t just say the words, but actually understood the text. First, let students answer by pointing to the page/picture and saying a short sentence. After any answer, follow with: “Show me where you found that in the text.” In bigger groups, have partners answer first (10–20 seconds), then call on 2–3 students to share. Differentiation tips: Emerging speakers/struggling readers: oral + pointing On-level: oral in a full sentence Higher: one written sentence or draw + label Book Snapshot Title: Who Cooks for the Community? Genre: Nonfiction (informational) Subject: Social Studies / Reading Primary Topic: Kitchen jobs that feed the community Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): H What This Book Teaches Best How many different workers in a kitchen help make food for others in the community (restaurants, schools, hospitals). The roles and responsibilities of kitchen jobs (head chef, sous chef, line cooks, prep cook, pastry chef, bakers, pizza makers, dishwasher). How teamwork in kitchens helps people stay healthy by providing nutritious meals. Using text to learn job-specific actions and tools (checking supplies, chopping ingredients, measuring, mixing dough, cleaning pots and pans). Learning Goals Students will describe how kitchens help the community using details from the book. Students will identify at least three kitchen jobs named in the text and tell what each job does. Students will explain what the head chef decides and why that role is important. Students will describe how the prep cook helps the other cooks work faster, using text evidence. Students will explain why a clean kitchen is important for preparing food, based on the dishwasher page. Key Vocabulary From the Text sous — a helper chef who is second in charge. ingredients — foods used to make a meal or recipe. responsible — in charge of an important job. specialize — focus on doing one kind of work well. nutritious — good for your body; helps you stay healthy. Discussion Prompts Pre-reading question: Who do you think works in a kitchen, and what might they do? Comprehension questions: Where does the book say people visit kitchens to get the food they need? What does the head chef decide in the kitchen? Why does the book say the dishwasher is an important part of the kitchen team? Printing Tips 1. Best Printing Method (Recommended) “Booklet” Printing (Best if Available) If your printer or PDF viewer supports Booklet Printing , use this. Settings to use: Print mode: Booklet Paper size: Letter or A4 (either works) Orientation: Landscape Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Scaling: Fit to printable area Booklet subset: First test: Front sides only Then: Back sides only This will automatically: Pair pages correctly Put the cover on the outside Align everything for folding After printing, fold in half and staple along the spine . 2. If “Booklet” Printing Is NOT Available You can still print this correctly with manual duplex printing . Step-by-step: Open the PDF. Choose Print . Set: Orientation: Landscape Pages per sheet: 1 Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Print all pages . Because each PDF page already contains two facing book pages, the result will still fold cleanly into a book. Thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Leveled Reading, Nonfiction, Reading, Guided Reading, Social Studies, Chef, Careers
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. 🐶
Author Lernfitness
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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