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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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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
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
Editable School Therapy Dog Approval Materials
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
Want to Introduce a School Dog? These Editable Templates Make It Easy! 🐶📋 Bringing a therapy dog into a school is an exciting journey, but let’s be real — it also comes with a ton of paperwork and a lot of questions from school administrators, teachers, and parents. When I started with my school dog, I quickly realized: I needed a clear way to present my plan, get approval, and answer concerns upfront. So, I put together these ready-to-use templates—and now I’m sharing them with you! 🐾 What’s Included? ✅ 3 Editable Templates for Different Stages of Approval: ✔ Introducing a School Dog – A friendly, easy-to-understand letter for teachers & parents. ✔ Therapy Dog in Training – A more formal version for school leaders & board members. ✔ Certified Therapy Dog – A final approval document to make everything official. 🎨 Five color options + black & white for easy printing 🖥️ Formats: PowerPoint, Keynote (editable & customizable) & non editable PDF 📌 How to Use These Templates 1️⃣ Choose the right template for your school’s current stage. 2️⃣ Edit the text to match your therapy dog’s training and role. 3️⃣ Share with school leadership, teachers & parents to keep everyone informed. 4️⃣ Print or present digitally to make your school dog approval process seamless. 💡 Teacher Tip: Start with the “Introducing a School Dog” template first—it sets the stage before moving into formal approval. Why This Will Save You Time & Stress ✔ No need to start from scratch—just customize & print! ✔ Helps answer common concerns from parents & staff ✔ Gives you a professional, structured plan to present ✔ Perfect for both new & experienced school dog handlers 🐕 Get Your School Dog Approved with Confidence! Whether you’re just starting out or need final approval, these templates give you a structured, stress-free way to introduce and manage your school dog program. 📥 Download now and make the process easy! 🐾✨ 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness 🐾 Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we help create a calm, engaging, and inclusive 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, Approval Materials
SEL Boom Cards! Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Title: 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' is an engaging interactive resource designed to help students develop critical social skills. This resource features a total of 26 cards, including 22 for gameplay, jam-packed with engaging content rounded off with jovial jungle sound effects. Every card includes audio, so no reading is required–perfect for younger students or learners needing extra auditory support. The key character here is Cody the chameleon, our friendly guide through this educational journey. He explains the importance of fitting into social situations and behaving as expected within group settings—a vital life skill every student should master early on. This concept bridges such subjects as sociology and psychology while making them accessible for children from preschool to grade two. This digital tool works seamlessly across various devices and web browsers—for convenience at school or home alike. Please note that an internet connection is prerequisite due to its essential online functionalities that provide immediate feedback and encourage self-assessment among students. As educators can attest, resources like these are flexible in their application depending on context: suitable for whole-class instruction in school or during homeschooling sessions; Effective during small-group work fostering cooperative learning; Even applicable as independent activities helping individual pupils advance at their pace accommodating differentiated instruction requirements or homework assignments encouraging continuous learning outside classroom walls. An embedded image houses a paid link within a downloadable PDF format which ensures this resource easily transfers between devices promising accessibility wherever you teach—be it in a traditional classroom environment, at your home office guiding homeschoolers, or anywhere else education happens! Note: It's noteworthy that in order to assign these boom cards encouraging playful pedagogy while providing valuable progress metrics back to teachers healthy rapport between education service providers like teachers, tutors etc., parents/guardians and learners becomes imperative—the provision appointments requiring premium account setup considered seriously by most educators subscribing our services thus balancing user benefits against some manageable costs. In summary, 'Match The Group Like A Chameleon Boom Cards With Audio' stands as a valuable tool promoting social skills learning through fun, interactive tasks designed for the modern day classrooms of preschoolers to second graders. This product includes a Match The Group fortune teller activity .
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Social Skills, Interactive Resource, Chameleon, Audio Support, Online Learning, Boom Cards, Fortune Teller, Sel, Social Emotional Reading, Counseling
Future-Ready Navigator: Guided Career & Skill Pathway Planner
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, STEM, Life Studies, Career, Coaching, Homeschool Curriculum, Grade 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Parts of and Anatomy of, Workbooks
The Future Ready Navigator has been designed to develop the careers of High School Students (Grades 9-12) as they transition into the workplace. This comprehensive GIANAWORK workbook includes a combination of both theoretical concepts of career guidance as well as interactive worksheets that help with the development of an individualized, resilient career path, through research that incorporates both technological and job market trends. Together, these pieces of information will help ensure that high school students and all lifelong learners have access to career planning tools to build a strong foundation for a successful transition into the ever-changing job market. The workbook consists of 27 pages containing various types of content, such as the Adaptive Trajectory Framework (ATF), which provides information on how to identify your true abilities, assess your current skill set, and develop a dynamic plan to achieve your goals. It will also teach you how to create effective AI prompts that can be used for identifying trends and researching jobs and developing future skills. The workbook includes several real-world case studies, guidelines around the ethical use of AI, and a number of educator resources, such as SVG diagrams (flowcharts, mind maps, Venn diagrams) to use as reference tools. This printable career planning workbook will also prepare users for jobs that will be created as a result of the technological disruption reforming our world, for those looking to move to the gig economy, to develop premium future skills, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and digital literacy. There are many uses for this career planning workbook, including use by students taking classes, and as a resource for teachers providing career development coaching to their students. It can also be used as another way for people who want to develop professionally to use this career development workbook to develop the skills needed for the job market. Download now to create engaging, relevant education-ready for counselors, parents, or any educators looking for high school career counseling resources, or workers developing skill sets with integration of the AI process, or resources/strategies that encourage lifelong learning. Keywords: AI-based career planning tools, High School Career Counseling, Future Skills Workbook, Career Development for Teens, Educational PDF Printable, & Student Self Assessment Worksheets. Parents and schools appreciate it for a variety of reasons: It Prepares Students for Real-World Success: It incorporates both self-discovery activities and AI-based insights to help teenagers identify new career opportunities and align them with their own values and strengths as well as the demands of the market (e.g., Precision Agriculture Technician, AI Ethics Advisor), which is especially important in an economy disrupted by technology. Interactive and Engaging Tools: Printable worksheets that guide students through prompt engineering, skill-gap analyses, and career exploration are not only engaging and educational, but there are also high-quality SVG graphics (flowcharts, mind maps, Venn diagrams) to help students understand complex concepts easily and enjoyably in both traditional classroom and home school environments. Responsible Use of AI with Practical Tips: Helps students learn how to use AI responsibly and how to address issues related to bias, data privacy, and the interaction between people and AIs, and provides specific ways for students to upskill through certification programs, internship opportunities, and side projects, allowing them to take the initiative to continue learning throughout their lives. Versatility for Various Learners: Available for students in grades 9-12+ and includes case studies of real-life transitions (e.g., from Clinical Research to Bioethics), making it great for individualized educational plans, group settings, or for parents who want to do educational activities with their children, complete with teacher answer keys for each unit. Fostering Future Skills: By focusing on "future skills," such as critical thinking, adaptability, and digital fluency, and using data from reputable sources (e.g., World Economic Forum) to assist parents and schools in preparing their students to thrive in a gig-work world and during periods of rapid technological advancement. Student/Target Class: The target audience of this 27-page PDF analysis is specified as grades 9-12+. This content consists of theoretical content of AI-enhanced career planning, student worksheets for self-reflection and prompt creation, real-life examples of how high school-aged learners and adult learners are changing careers through AI as well as resources for teachers (with images) about these items. It was determined that the primary target audience for the content and example case studies of students and adults was high school students ages 14-18 in grades 9-12. Case studies utilized for reference were from students in their 10th and 11th grade year, included high school scenarios such as expected academic performance (i.e., transcripts) to identify which extra curricular activities students would participate in, such as: extracurricular activities (e.g., debate club, robotics); and student worksheets will have students reflect on their interests (e.g., interest in space exploration or environmental projects) and what path they would pursue through a community college or university. This resource is perfect for career education classes, guidance counseling sessions, or homeschooling activities related to getting ready for the job market after high school and the impact on their jobs in an unstable economy. The secondary audience of the content and the example case studies was all post-high school students ages 12+ including: young adults transitioning to a 4-year college, first-year college freshmen, and working adults looking to upskill/re-skill. Additionally; case studies of older adults (past PhD graduates and adults in their late 20s seeking to transition from administrative positions to logistics in the bio-tech industry) demonstrate that the resource promotes lifelong learning, investigation, and adapting to shifting technologies (e.g., AI and quantum computing).Some target classes could be the introductory college career development course; vocational training program; and adult learning/education workshops about Artificial Intelligence Ethics and skill bridging. With an emphasis on marketing to high school career preparation classes, but also demonstrate the versatility of the program to appeal to transitional learners in larger markets. Copyright / Terms of Use : Copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi This resource is intended for your own personal use and/or one classroom use only. You are not permitted to modify, redistribute or sell any part of this resource, nor may you place this resource on the internet publicly for download. (In other words, you may not post this resource publicly on the internet where it may be available to download). If you are interested in sharing this resource with your colleagues, please purchase an additional license for each colleague on Teachsimple. Thank you for following our terms of use! This product is provided courtesy of Syed Hammad Rizvi
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags AICareerPlanner, FutureReadyNavigator, AIGuidedCareer, SkillPathwayPlanner, HighSchoolCareerGuidance, TeenCareerDevelopment, FutureSkillsWorkbook, CareerPlanningPDF, AIinEducation, StudentSelfAssessment
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
FIND THE HIDDEN OBJECT | 6 EXERCISES
Creative Arts, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Early Learning, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, Pre-K, Centers, Activities, Escape Room, Games, Projects
FIND THE HIDDEN OBJECT | 6 EXERCISES ABOUT THE AUTHOR: At EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA, we specialize in designing high-quality educational materials. We want every child to discover that learning can be both entertaining and creative. I invite you to explore my educational store and discover the wide collection of resources available for your classroom or home. MAIN DESCRIPTION: What is the name of the product? Hello! Thank you so much for being interested in this beautiful and fabulous product that you can use with your children, both at school and at home. The name of this fabulous product is: FIND THE HIDDEN OBJECT | 6 EXERCISES How many pages does it include? This educational document, carefully created and in some cases compiled, has the following number of pages: 6 What format is it in (A4, letter, digital, printable)? This educational resource is designed in A4 format and PDF, so you will have no difficulties printing it and it will also stay well-protected. PDF Is it in black and white or in color? This document is available in black and white as well as in color. Actually, it combines both, making it more attractive for your students. COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Who will benefit the most from this resource (teachers, families, students, therapists)? I strongly believe education involves many people—teachers, parents, and even therapists. That’s why this resource is open to anyone involved in the learning process. Is any additional material needed to work with it? Sometimes yes, such as pencils, crayons, markers, and scissors. It all depends on how deeply you want your students to engage with the activities. What is the main value or advantage of this resource compared to others? The main advantage is that it captures children’s attention. It also makes students believe learning is fun. With this worksheet, your students will strengthen their knowledge and skills. THANK YOU!
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, SPECIAL RESOURCES, GAMES, GAME
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
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
Emotional Intelligence Building Blocks - Social Emotional Learning
Life Studies, Career, Research, Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Grade 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Projects, Centers, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Outlines, Presentations, Rubrics, Quizzes and Tests
Uncover the best social emotional learning (SEL) curriculum for grades 3-6 in "Emotional Intelligence Building Blocks - Social Emotional Learning" by Syed Hammad Rizvi, especially designed for elementary-school-going children. With a total of 432 pages of in-depth information, this book maximizes 8- to 12-year-olds' ability to handle their internal world of emotions while developing high-quality social skills, such as mastering personal management skills and responsible decision-making. Full of exciting topics in each installments like recognizing happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and many more, this social emotional learning middle school workbook delves deep into self-awareness, self-management tools like journaling, breathing exercises, goal setting, social awareness with a focus on empathy, body language, and cultural differences. Designed to be highly beneficial for homeschoolers, classroom teaching, or family usage, this social-emotional learning middle school curriculum not only provides exercises to handle conflicts, make friends, and enhance positive thinking but is specifically designed to help in overcoming emotional difficulties by teaching kids to be emotionally intelligent individuals throughout their lives. It is a highly recommended teaching tool for all parents, tutors, and teachers looking for scientifically valid emotional intelligence exercises to be performed by kids in their classroom. Why Parents/Schools Love It: In-Depth SEL Resource: Provides students with a clear continuum of skills from recognizing emotions to applying concepts in a real-life setting. Helps students learn to be resilient, empathetic, and effective conflict resolvers. Practical and Engaging Tools: This category includes solutions such as journaling, breathing exercises, and goal-setting tasks, which require minimal effort to perform in the comfort of one's home or an educational setting in order to promote instant emotional development. Encourages Positive Relations: Deals with skills like listening, boundary marking, and celebrating diversity. Has the effect of reducing misbehavior and increasing positive associations with family, friends, and the broader community. Aligned with Educational Standards: Based on the principles of Emotional Intelligence, the resource is useful for both homeschooling and classroom education as it impacts academic success, health, and bullying intervention. Empowering for Lifelong Skills: It promotes self-discovery and optimistic outlooks, arming children with skills to conquer life's obstacles, resulting in happier and more confident people as manifested in parent and teacher feedbacks. Target Classes/Students : Based on the complete analysis of the content, structure, language, and examples in the book, it is ideally targeted at students in grades 3 to 6 (usually between 8-12 years old). The content uses vocabulary suitable for this age group, scenarios that are easy for students of this age to relate to, such as school challenges and playground and family dynamics, and progresses gradually from simple emotion identification to complex issues such as ethical dilemmas and community involvement. The introductory tone assumes basic reading skills without burdening the younger reader, while the substance in the later chapters on self-awareness and social dynamics fits well with the upper elementary levels. It could extend to advanced grade 2 students or remedial grade 7, but the core focus is perfectly in tune with middle childhood development stages emphasized in the book. Copyright/Terms of Use : This Book was copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This resource is to be used only for personal and single-classroom use only. You are not to alter or redistribute any part of this resource or sell this resource. In other words, do not put this resource on the Internet where it could be downloaded. If you would like to share this resource with others, you can purchase other licenses through Teachsimple. Thank you so much for your cooperation! This product is happily brought to you by Syed Hammad Rizvi
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Tags EmotionalIntelligenceBuildingBlocks, SocialEmotionalLearning, SELForKids, EmotionalIntelligenceForChildren, SELCurriculum, EmotionalRegulationForKids, BuildingEmpathyInChildren, KidsEmotionalWellbeing, ElementarySELActivities
Penguin's Cozy Hat Cored Literacy Readers Level D
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Common Core, Library, Children’s Literature, Literature, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Literacy Readers
Book Snapshot Title: Penguin’s Cozy Hat Genre: Fiction Primary Topic: Persevering through a windy challenge Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): D What This Book Teaches Best Perseverance / determination: Percy keeps holding on until his hat stayed put , showing real determination. Cause and effect: A small puff of wind turns into a stronger wind that tugged at his hat. Problem-solving with actions: Percy changes his body position— wiggles , squats low , and holds steady —to keep the hat on. Descriptive language: Words like crisp , icy cold , and roared help readers feel the setting. Learning Goals Students will: retell the main events from the story describe why Percy loved his hat using details from the text explain how the wind affected Percy’s hat and what Percy did in response identify words and phrases that describe the cold, windy setting explain how Percy feels at the end and support the idea with text evidence Key Vocabulary From the Text waddled — walked with short, side-to-side steps crisp — cold and fresh feeling tugged — pulled hard on something squatted — bent down very low determination — not giving up when it’s difficult FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE 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. Literacy Readers Overview This product is perfect for small group instruction, such as guided reading, strategy groups, or interventions. It could also be used for independent reading, homework, or holiday work. It could also be used for literacy stations, read-aloud practice, or sub plans. Extension Ideas There are several ways to extend the lesson, including reading twice—first for understanding, and the second time to find the key details. Perhaps you can highlight or underline a detail that answers the comprehension questions. You can also turn it into a writing activity: What did you learn, or retell the story using first, next, then, finally. You could even choose a vocabulary word, draw it, with a caption from the text. For more advanced learners, perhaps you can compare this to another text they have read recently. Differentiation Tips For differentiation, if the words are hard, then perhaps you can preview some of them before you begin. For responses, perhaps you can give the students the first few words, for example, “In the book…”. You can also pair up the students, which normally leads to one of them helping the other. You can read it through again for fluency. Perhaps you can read two or three pages at a time and then come together as a group and analyze. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Literacy Readers, Storybooks, Penguins, Fiction, Leveled Reading, Sel, Ela
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
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 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
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
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Tags TheEmpathyOdyssey, SELCurriculum, SocialEmotionalLearning, EmpathyWorkbook, MiddleSchoolSEL, Grades4to7, EmotionalIntelligenceKids, TweenResilience, NeuroscienceEducation, EmpathyBuildingActivities
Blobs – Colorful Backgrounds for Teaching Materials and More
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, Worksheets & Printables
Blobs – Colorful Backgrounds for Teaching Materials and More 13 abstract blob-style backgrounds in multiple formats (PNG, JPG, TIFF) 🎨 PNG + PDF + TIFF Sometimes, a small design element can bring new life to teaching materials, worksheets, or even classroom decorations. I created these blobs-style backgrounds to add a friendly and creative touch to the resources I use with my students – and I now use them regularly across many different formats. Each background is designed in A4 format and comes in three file types (PNG, JPG, TIFF), so you can use them easily in PowerPoint, Canva, Word, or on your digital whiteboard. I made the blobs myself using Procreate, and they’ve quickly become a go-to design element for my materials – from flashcards to worksheet covers to game boards. What’s included: 13 backgrounds in PNG format (transparent backgrounds – great for layering) 13 backgrounds in JPG format (standard image use) 13 backgrounds in TIFF format (high-resolution for print) → All in A4 size, zipped and organized Ideas for use: Backgrounds for your teaching materials and presentations Front or back cover for worksheets or student notebooks Decorative elements in learning stations or classroom posters Cards, labels, or folder dividers Digital note templates (e.g. in GoodNotes or Notability) Game boards or memory card backs Invitations or announcements I also use them for decorating name tags and bulletin boards – they bring color without being too busy or distracting. Good to know: You're welcome to use these backgrounds in your own classroom or even in your commercial teaching resources. Just make sure your own content is the focus of your final product. Redistribution of the plain files “as is” is not allowed. 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, Wallpaper, Backgrounds, Background, Teaching Materials, TIFF, Worksheets, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements
SEL Stress Management Game-SEL Coloring Pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
In this resource, you will get an engaging game like Apples To Apples. There are 36 strategy cards and 18 situation cards. This is an SEL game. Each person takes a turn with being the judge like Apples to Apples. It is important to make enough sets for the number of groups who will be playing. for example, I recommend at least 3-5 people playing together for each group. So if there are 20 students, then create at least 5 different sets of the cards, Then follow the directions for the game below: First, everyone gets 5 strategy cards. There is no revealing the cards to other players. Then one person is chosen to be the "judge" for the first round. I usually pick the oldest person to make it fair. The judge reveals the card to all and even can read the card out loud. The the other players choose one of their strategy cards to handle that particular situation. Then the judge decides which one they would use. Important; there is not right or wrong here, just what one person would do in that situation. Next the next player goes (usually counter clockwise) to who will be the judge. The person will reveal the situation and the other players will play their strategy card. Play as long as time allows. Next, you can print off the mindfulness coloring sheets for students to color and reinforce the idea or coloring mindfully when they are upset, frustrate, need some time alone, etc. There is a way to change the word and position of the word in the mindfulness coloring sheet. These are SEL coloring pages. For more SEL resources and products, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who works with kindergarten through 8th graders. My products are "kid tested, kid approved"!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education
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!)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Boom Deck, Sel, Social Emotional Learning Activities, School Counseling, Sel Resources, Mindfulness, Social Skills, Pixel Themed, Boom Cards
Kelso's Choices SEL Coloring Pages and Activities
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Mazes
In this SEL coloring page resource, you will receive 3 different Kelso's Choices extension activities. Plus one additional maze in the color green. There is a black and white frog maze, a color by Kelso's Choice frog to color in based on some of the Kelso's choices, and a draw a line from the picture of Kelso the frog doing the Kelso Choice on the right, written out. Kelso's Choices is a great conflict resolution framework that explains 9 different ways to solve small problems; walk away, talk it out, apologize, ignore, go to another game, wait and cool off, tell them to stop, share and take turns, and make a deal. These choices can teach students how to solve small problems by themselves, thus reducing the need for tattling. You can use these activities after teaching an SEL class on Kelso's choices, big and small problems, and which adult to tell if they are having a big problem. I teach students that if a situation is scary or unsafe, or someone is about to get hurt, they need to tell an adult and it becomes a big problem I also tell students that if they are having a small problem that simply will not go away using a Kelso's choice, they do need to go to an adult for guidance, such as a teacher, parent, babysitter, etc. Otherwise, if someone if cutting them in line, teasing them, taking a marker, not letting them play, not playing by the rules, or doing something to them that is frustrating or annoying, they can empower themselves to use a Kelso's Choice. I have several other Kelso's Choice SEL lessons that can be taught prior to these activities located in my SEL store at Teach Simple. To look at these resources, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Kelso's Choices, Conflict Resolution, School Counseling, Social-emotional Learning, Sel, Special Education, Sel Coloring Pages, Sel Activities, Maze
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
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
SEL Boom Deck-Groups Versus Cliques
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
In this product, you will get an SEL Boom Deck about learning the differences between groups of friends and cliques. This is an important concept for students to learn. They will unpack the different behaviors that cause others to feel included versus excluded. There are 25 task cards and 5 introduction/education cards. You can play this Boom Deck as a whole classroom lesson, assign to students individually, give to students in partnerships or groups to work on, and/or assign for homework. There is a PDF you will download first. Then click on the image on the page and this will lead you to the Boom Deck. Some of the excluding examples covered in this Boom Deck are; someone inviting the class to a birthday party except for one person, someone saying only people who wear certain types of clothes can join the group, someone ignoring someone else when they are talking, someone letting a classmate join a recess game but he does not get passed to at all during the game, a couple of friends decide to wear the same clothes to school-leaving a friend out. Some of the including examples are; a classmate encouraging another classmate to sit with the group at lunch, a classmate noticing someone does not have a partner and invites them to join their partnership, a friend notices someone overhear them talking to other friends about a playdate and says he will ask him mom if he can also join, a friend waiting for a girl in a wheelchair and putting her first over getting to recess sooner, a teammate invites the whole team over to a BBQ and does not leave anyone out, and a person notices a new neighbor in the neighborhood and invites him to play with his friends on the trampoline. You can point out on each card how the person feels after a certain action or behavior.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Boom Cards, Cliques, Friendship, Social Skills, Sel, Social-emotional Learning, School Counseling, Excluding, Including, Relationship Skills
No Prep December 1st World AIDS Day Bingo HIV Awareness Game Activity
December, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Games, Activities
CelebrateWorldAIDSDaywith this engaging Bingo game pack! Help students build awareness and empathywith this activity. This bingo game is perfect for December 1st in classrooms, health classes, and counseling sessions. It will help to boost your students kindness, empathy, and community support. What's Included? • 40 World AIDS Day–themed Bingo Cards • 30 Calling cards • Teacher instructions and guided discussion ideas • Bingo Marker Why you will love it • Helps students learn about AIDS & HIV • Supports health, SEL • Easy, no prep print-ready file Great For: • World AIDS Day lessons (December 1st) • Health and wellness units • SEL and community-building discussions • Middle school and high school advisory • After-school programs or awareness events Promote awareness, empathy, and informed decision-making with this World AIDS Day Bingo Activity. It’s a simple but powerful way to support meaningful learning and help students understand why this day matters.
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags World Aids Day Bingo, Hiv Awareness Game, December 1st Activity, Health Awareness Bingo, Red Ribbon Activity, Aids Awareness Month, Classroom Health Game, Community Awareness, Health Education Game