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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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Therapy Dog Rule Flashcards – A Fun Way to Teach School Dog Rules

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. 🐶✨

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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

Future-Ready Navigator: Guided Career & Skill Pathway Planner

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

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Tags AICareerPlanner, FutureReadyNavigator, AIGuidedCareer, SkillPathwayPlanner, HighSchoolCareerGuidance, TeenCareerDevelopment, FutureSkillsWorkbook, CareerPlanningPDF, AIinEducation, StudentSelfAssessment

Guided Reading Level K - Street Safety Signs (with Lesson Plan)

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

The Empathy Odyssey Seasonal Micro-Mission Deck for Social-Emotional

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

SEL Drug Free Red Ribbon Week Bingo | Anti-Drug Awareness Activities

SEL Drug Free Red Ribbon Week Bingo | Anti-Drug Awareness Activities
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Health, P.E. & Health, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, High School, Games, Activities

Promote healthy choices and positive behavior in your classroom with this SEL Drug Free Red Ribbon Week Bingo Game ! This engaging and educational activity is perfect for helping students understand the importance of staying drug-free while building social-emotional learning (SEL) skills in a fun and interactive way. What’s Included In This Red Ribbon Week Bingo Game Pack? • 40 unique bingo cards with anti-drug awareness themes • 30 Calling cards featuring key vocabulary (e.g., respect, responsibility, healthy choices, courage, friendship, kindness, drug-free, safety) • Teacher instruction sheet • Printable format – just print and play • Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Teachers and Students Why Teachers Love It: • Reinforces positive decision-making and healthy lifestyle habits • Encourages class discussions about safety, respect, and self-control • Easy to prep – perfect for quick classroom activities • Supports SEL and character education lessons • Great tool for Red Ribbon Week assemblies or awareness events Great For: • Red Ribbon Week classroom celebrations • SEL and health education lessons • Counseling or advisory sessions • Small group activities or school assemblies • Community and school awareness programs Make Red Ribbon Week meaningful and memorable with this Drug Free Bingo Game —a simple, no-prep way to teach students about making positive choices and living a healthy, drug-free life!

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Tags Red Ribbon Week Bingo, Drug Free Bingo, Anti Drug Activity, Sel Classroom Game, Drug Awareness Game, Red Ribbon Activity, Healthy Choices Bingo, Drug Prevention Week Game, Anti Drug Bingo

Which Problem Is Bigger Task Cards -- Size Of The Problem Task Box
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Which Problem Is Bigger Task Cards -- Size Of The Problem Task Box
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 1, 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Task Cards, Worksheets & Printables

Are you looking for a way to help teach your students the size of the problem? These task cards are the perfect thing for you! These "Which is bigger" task cards give the students different problem scenarios. Students then have to decide between the 2 scenarios, which problem is bigger. You then can encourage discussion with your students by asking why the problem seemed the biggest. Your students will love this activity as the scenarios vary between common problems they may experience and silly problems as well (i.e. which is bigger: a dragon losing his fire or a unicorn losing it's sparkle). Spark discussion and growth with these task cards! These cards also include an assessment page that correspond with each task card so that way you can help assess progress and know specifically which scenarios the students are getting wrong. Includes: ⭐ 32 Task Cards ⭐ Assessment Page ⭐ Task Box Label ⭐ Task Box direction label ⭐ Ink Friendly and Color Printing Options To help your students understand the size of their reaction, they need to understand the size of the problem. These task cards are a great first step!

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Tags Size Of The Problem, Size Of The Problem Activities, Task Boxes, Task Box Activities, Social Problem Solving, Problem Solving Scenarios, Which Is Largest, Task Cards, School Counseling

60 Blob-Style Clipart Backgrounds – For Teaching Materials, Posters,

60 Blob-Style Clipart Backgrounds – For Teaching Materials, Posters,
Common Core, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Montessori, Special Education Needs (SEN), Homeschool Templates, Homeschool Curriculum, Activities, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Teacher Tools, Templates, Word Walls, Banners, Door Decor, Presentations

60 Blob-Style Clipart Backgrounds – For Teaching Materials, Posters, and Digital Resources Hand-drawn blobs to add color and personality to your classroom designs 🎨 PNG If you're creating your own worksheets, presentations, or classroom posters, it’s nice to have design elements that make your materials feel more individual and inviting—without distracting from the content. That’s why I created these 60 background cliparts in a fun, blob-inspired style. Each element is hand-drawn using Procreate and saved as a high-quality PNG file , so they’re easy to insert into PowerPoint, Canva, Word, Google Slides, or any digital notebook like GoodNotes. You can use them for headers, cover pages, memory cards, game materials, or just to decorate your resources in a way that feels personal and clear. What’s included (all in PNG format): 12 circular blob backgrounds 12 oval backgrounds 12 wavy washi-tape blobs 12 transparent organic blobs 12 striped transparent overlays That makes 60 colorful, flexible clipart pieces you can mix and match across your projects. Ideas for use: I’ve used these blobs to decorate task cards, brighten up classroom rules, create printable posters, or make front and back covers for student folders. They also work really well for memory games or station cards. Because they’re not too detailed, they’re ideal as visual anchors without drawing attention away from your content. Usage: ✔ Personal use ✔ Commercial use allowed within the educational space – for example, in your own worksheets or printables ✘ No resale or sharing of the raw PNG files These backgrounds are meant to give your materials a light, creative touch – whether you teach young learners or older students. No fancy design software needed, just drag, drop, and go. Best, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶

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Tags Custom Classroom Materials, Classroom Management, Teaching Materials, Worksheets, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements, Cliparts, Backgrounds, Illustrations, Handmade

Editable School Therapy Dog Approval Materials

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! 🐶💙

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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 Stress Management Game + Coloring Pages

SEL Stress Management Game + 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"!

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Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education

Therapy Dog Rules Poster – School Dog Guidelines

Therapy Dog Rules Poster – School Dog Guidelines
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

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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

Coping Toolbox – SEL Lesson + Activity

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

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

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

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

Good Manners Bingo Game Printable | Social Skills, Kindness SEL

Good Manners Bingo Game Printable | Social Skills, Kindness SEL
STEM, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Pre-K, Elementary, Early Learning, High School, Homeschool Resources, Games, Activities

Make learning manners fun and engaging with this Good Manners Bingo Game Printable —a perfect tool for teaching young learners about kindness, respect, and positive behavior in a playful way! Whether used in the classroom, during group lessons, or at home, this bingo game helps reinforce social skills and everyday etiquette through visuals and interaction. With kid-friendly phrases and actions like “say please,” “wait your turn,” “share with others,” and “listen when someone is speaking,” children will enjoy recognizing and practicing the behaviors that build strong social-emotional skills. What’s Included In This Bingo Game Pack? 50 unique Good Manners Bingo cards 30 Calling cards with clear visuals and polite behavior prompts Easy-to-follow instructions – just print and play Great for individual, small group, or whole-class activities This Game is Perfect For: SEL (Social Emotional Learning) lessons Teaching classroom rules and expectations Morning meetings or behavior review Counseling sessions or character education Homeschool or family manners games This Teaching Manners Bingo Game is a positive and proactive way to support respectful classroom culture, encourage kindness, and make learning good behavior an enjoyable experience for kids!

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Tags Good Manners Bingo, Manners Bingo Game, Social Skills Bingo, Classroom Behavior Game, Teaching Manners Activity, Printable Manners Game, Etiquette Bingo For Kids, Kindness Bingo Printable, Respect And Manners Game, Social Emotional Learning Bingo

Kindness and Empathy Challenge - Top Secret: Mission Possible
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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

Executive Functioning Escape Room

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

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

Author The Mind Trek

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

SEL Boom Deck-What Can I Control and Not Control? Audio and Handout!

SEL Boom Deck-What Can I Control and Not Control? Audio and Handout!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities

In this SEL Boom Deck, students will learn about things they can and cannot control. This is an important skill in self-regulation, relationship skills, and self-awareness. There is audio for each card so reading is not required. There are 46 Boom cards and 43 are task cards. The first 3 cards go over the concepts and the directions. Some of the in control examples are; a child is bored in class, a child make a choice that got them late for school, a child raised his hand to ask for help, a child studied for a test and did well on it, a child took something after someone dared them too, and many more. Some examples for the out of control concept are; a child's balloon was popped from a tree branch, there was a thunder storm, a family is moving, a child is walking in the rain, a child got a toy grabbed by another class member, a child is stuck in traffic and worried they will be late, a child did not get the lead role in a play, and more. After students participate in the Boom deck, they can write and draw their own examples of things they can and cannot control. There is a also a cute airplane that students can color and draw themselves being the pilot of their own plane (and mood, actions, feelings, etc.) This Boom deck can be something students do whole group (there enough cards for each student to do an example) or in centers , or you could assign this individually for homework. If there is an example of someone caught in a situation that causes them to feel upset regardless of whether they can or cannot control it, students are prompted by another card to help the person in the example feel better and do some things that they can control to help themselves. Please see Boom Deck's Terms of Use located on their website.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags SEL, Boom Deck, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, Social Skills, Self-regulation, Control, Friendship Skills, Special Education

SEL Coloring Pages – 5 Mindfulness Quote Sheets

SEL Coloring Pages – 5 Mindfulness Quote Sheets
Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages

In This SEL coloring page resource and mindfulness coloring resources, students will have 5 different coloring pages with inspirational quotes to ponder as they color these wonderful coloring pages. The quotes are; "I Feel Crabulous", "Be The Anchor In A Friend's Storm", "Friendship Is Like A Ray Of Sunshine", "Let Your Worries Drift Away", "I Think Therefore I Am". All of these quotes are geared toward helping students realize their true potential and also consider how they are talking to themselves. These are great as a brain break, quiet time activity, early finisher activity or after an SEL lesson. You may also enjoy these SEL products from my store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor You may also enjoy these products from my store: https://teachsimple.com/product/christmas-themed-coping-skills-sel-coloring-pages (These are 5 color by coping Christmas fun activities. Students will learn about different coping skills strategies as they color some very fun and engaging Christmas themed activities. There is a picture of a Christmas tree, reindeer, snowman, gingerbread man, santa and snowman. These activities teach students about the various coping skills available to them.) https://teachsimple.com/product/changing-negative-self-talk-into-positive-self-talk-sel-presentation (An SEL presentation about self-talk. Students will learn about the fact that we talk to ourselves every day without even knowing it! This is a very engaging lesson to talk to students about how much we self-talk and should talk to ourselves so we feel better, not worse.) https://teachsimple.com/product/put-down-sel-presentation (In this very important lesson, students learn about nonverbal and verbal put-downs. They will analyze part of a story and also part of a video to see how many put-downs are happening. Then there is a homework assignment for students to analyze the put-downs they see and hear on TV or on a Video clip.. The they will bring their findings to school to analyze their findings and how this may impact other younger students when they watch these shows.)

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

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Tags Sel Coloring Pages, Sel Worksheets, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Coloring, School Counseling, Social Skills, Special Education

Feeling Left Out: Social Stories About Emotions and Social Skills
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Feeling Left Out: Social Stories About Emotions and Social Skills
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Worksheets & Printables

Help your students navigate social complexities with this social story about emotions; more specifically: feeling left out. Social stories are a great way to help students understand how to work through different, complex, situations by breaking them down into smaller, simpler terms. This social story helps students with dealing with the feeling of being left out. This story walks through why sometimes people might night want to play, and how to deal with those feelings. This story includes a half-size and full sheet version of the story to have it work for your needs! It also includes the same story in card format, script format, and even included a digital presentation that you can use on an iPad or for whole class lessons! This social story helps students understand how to get along with others, by identifying other perspectives of why someone may not want to play with them, rather than seeing it as a personal attack. This social story is perfect to use not just with kids on the Autism Spectrum, but also in your social skills lessons, friendship lessons, and social skills groups! It also includes an ink-friendly version that students can color as you introduce the story to them!

Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher

Tags Social Stories About Emotions, Social Stories Autism, Social Stories, Getting Along With Others, Social Skills Lessons, Social Skills Group, Friendship Lessons, Friendship Skills, Feeling Left Out

Guided Reading Level H - Clean Hands, Healthy Bodies

Guided Reading Level H - Clean Hands, Healthy Bodies
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Health, P.E. & Health, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Science, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments

This Guided Reading Book - Clean Hands, Healthy Bodies (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: Clean Hands, Healthy Bodies Genre: Nonfiction (informational) Subject: Health & Safety / Science Primary Topic: When and how to wash hands to stop germs Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): H What This Book Teaches Best Why washing hands matters: it “keeps germs away” and helps prevent germs from spreading to other people. When to wash hands (before eating, after outdoor play, after using the toilet, after playing with a pet). How to wash hands step-by-step (wet with clean running water, use soap, scrub all areas, rinse, dry). A key procedure detail: scrubbing should last “twenty seconds” to remove germs. The idea of healthy habits: making handwashing a regular habit “protects everyone.” Learning Goals Students will explain one reason the book gives for washing hands, using a detail from the text. Students will identify at least two times the book says hands should be washed. Students will describe the steps for washing hands in order, based on the text. Students will state how long scrubbing should last, according to the book. Students will describe how handwashing helps other people, using the book’s words about spreading germs/protecting everyone. Key Vocabulary From the Text germs — tiny living things that can make you sick. contact — touching something. invisible — cannot be seen. scrub — rub hard to get something clean. protects — keeps safe from harm. Discussion Prompts Pre-reading question: When do you think it is most important to wash your hands? Comprehension questions: Name one time the book says you should wash your hands. How long should scrubbing last when you wash your hands? Why does washing your hands help other people? 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 Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Leveled Reading, Nonfiction, Reading, Guided Reading, Health, SEL, Life Skills

Self Care Bingo Game Printable, Health & Wellness Activities

Self Care Bingo Game Printable, Health & Wellness Activities
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Mindfulness, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Homeschool Resources, Elementary, Adult Education, Middle School, Games, Activities

Encourage mindfulness, kindness, and healthy habits with this Self-Care Bingo Game Printable —a fun and uplifting way to promote wellness and self-love! Whether used in the classroom, at home, during a wellness event, or even at a party, this game is a meaningful activity that helps participants reflect, relax, and recharge. Featuring positive and practical actions like “drink water,” “take a deep breath,” “write something you’re grateful for,” and “go for a walk,” this bingo game supports emotional well-being and encourages small, manageable steps toward better self-care. What’s Included In this Bingo Game Pack? 40 unique Self-Care Bingo cards 30 Calling cards with wellness, mindfulness, and self-love prompts Easy-to-follow instructions – just print and play Suitable for all ages – kids, teens, and adults This Bingo Game Pack is Perfect For: Classroom SEL and mental health lessons Therapy groups and counseling sessions Wellness parties and retreats Family game nights or self-care challenges This Self-Care Bingo Game is a thoughtful, fun, and flexible way to build healthy routines, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire a little extra self-love every day.

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Tags Self Care Bingo, Wellness Bingo Game, Mental Health Bingo, Self Love Activity, Health And Wellness Printable, Mindfulness Bingo Game, Self Care Party Game, Wellness Activity For Groups, Printable Self Care Game, Relaxation Activity For Adults

Coping Skills Bingo – Mindfulness & SEL Game

Coping Skills Bingo – Mindfulness & SEL Game
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities

Make learning manners fun and engaging with this Good Manners Bingo Game Printable —a perfect tool for teaching young learners about kindness, respect, and positive behavior in a playful way! Whether used in the classroom, during group lessons, or at home, this bingo game helps reinforce social skills and everyday etiquette through visuals and interaction. With kid-friendly phrases and actions like “say please,” “wait your turn,” “share with others,” and “listen when someone is speaking,” children will enjoy recognizing and practicing the behaviors that build strong social-emotional skills. What’s Included In this Bingo Game Pack? 30 unique Good Manners Bingo cards Calling cards with clear visuals and polite behavior prompts Easy-to-follow instructions – just print and play Great for individual, small group, or whole-class activities This Bingo Game is Perfect For: SEL (Social Emotional Learning) lessons Teaching classroom rules and expectations Morning meetings or behavior review Counseling sessions or character education Homeschool or family manners games This Teaching Manners Bingo Game is a positive and proactive way to support respectful classroom culture, encourage kindness, and make learning good behavior an enjoyable experience for kids!

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Tags Coping Skills Bingo, Coping Strategies Game, Mindfulness Bingo, Emotional Regulation Game, Stress Relief Activity, Coping Skills Printable, Sel Bingo Game, Mental Health Activity, Social Emotional Learning Game, Anxiety Relief For Kids

SEL Boom Deck-Soda Pop Head With Audio

SEL Boom Deck-Soda Pop Head With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

This is an SEL Boom Deck to teach students how to manage anger in a healthy way. This is a companion Boom Deck based on Julia Cook's book, Soda Pop Head. However, you do not need to read the book in order to enjoy this Boom Deck. Students will still learn some great self-regulation skills. There are 25 task cards and 5 introduction/education cards. There is audio on every single card so there is no need for reading skills. The analogy used in this deck is a soda can that explodes when anger is not handled in a healthy way. The other soda can is pointing to a light bulb to respresent thinking of a strategy to calm down. This is a child friendly image that kids can relate to. There are enough task cards to use as a whole SEL class lesson. You can also use this Boom Deck by assigning to individuals, partners and groups. Some of the strategies mentioned in this deck are; belly breathing, blowing bubbles, talking to a friend, asking for help from an adult, taking a break, walking and counting, drinking a cool glass of water, reading, using a thinking strategy and more. some of the scenarios that cause a child to be angry are; having to go to bed, fun plans get canceled, getting teased, not being able to pick out the restaurant for dinner, someone took something and is not giving it back, someone lost a special toy, and other child relatable scenarios. Please review Boom Deck's terms of use as this format does not allow me to post this. To access the Boom deck, you will download the PDF that has the Boom Deck link embedded in the image on the PDF. From there you will be directed to this Boom Deck. Enjoy!! For a related resource, check out: https://teachsimple.com/product/soda-pop-head-by-julia-cook-extension-sel-lesson-and-worksheet

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Boom Cards, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Anger Management, School Counseling, Special Education, Social Skills, Calming Down, Self-regulation, Book Companion

Editable Parent Letter – Inform Families About Your School Dog

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

No Prep December 1st World AIDS Day Bingo HIV Awareness Game Activity

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

SEL Boom Cards! What Is The Size Of The Feeling? With Audio

SEL Boom Cards! What Is The Size Of The Feeling? With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

In this SEL Boom Deck, students will learn about the different sizes (intensity levels) of their feelings. One of the introduction slides uses the analogy of peppers that are mild, medium and hot so students can understand it is about the internal intensity levels they feel. There is a cute cat and dog that show different levels to anger and happy. There are 2 other slides that show the 3 degrees for scared and sad. There are 24 playing cards that follow and here are some of the examples that are in this deck; a child is unhappy with dinner and cries, a girl falls down and hurts herself, a boy is annoyed with someone hogging the drinking fountain, 2 brothers mad at each other for not getting to go to dinner because they argued, a boy napping on a couch, a girl reading contentedly, a boy and his family looking at space through. a telescope, a boy bothered because his friend did not want to play what he wants to play, a girl feeling scared about performing in a play and many more examples. They are all child friendly and young students can relate to them. You can utilize this product as a whole classroom lesson, a small group, centers , or an individual counseling lesson. This product is related to the CASEL Framework goals of self-awareness and self-management. Discussion around what to do with a really BIG feeling can enhance this Boom Deck and asking students to think of different strategies will also offer them tools when they are experiencing BIG feelings. The dog and cat (Koko and Ginger) are also featured in a different product addressing the size of feelings. You can find that product here: https://teachsimple.com/product/how-big-are-my-feelings-an-sel-lesson-on-the-size-of-feelings For terms of use for Boom Cards, click on the link here to read them.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Feelings, Emotions, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, Special Education, Boom Cards