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SEL Activities For Middle School
Support your middle school students during a critical stage of development with SEL activities that address their unique needs. This collection includes conflict resolution exercises, goal-setting workshops, and community service projects. By integrating these activities into your curriculum, you can promote self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and positive relationships.
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Who Has It? – Chemical Elements Game (1–118) – 3 Levels of Differentia
STEM, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Basic Science, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Homeschool Templates, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Worksheets, Projects, Flashcards
Who Has It? – Chemical Elements Game (1–118) – 3 Levels of Differentiation A cooperative chemistry card game for grades 7–10 to review atomic numbers, element names, and symbols 🧪🎯 This resource is a classroom game that helps students become more confident with the chemical elements – from hydrogen to oganesson. The game follows the well-known “I have… who has?” format and is designed to reinforce students’ understanding of element names, symbols, and atomic numbers in a playful and interactive way. To support different learning levels, the material includes three differentiated versions of the full game, each with 118 element cards: With element names for both question and answer (beginner level) Only the “I have…” part includes the name , the question uses the symbol/number (intermediate level) Without element names – players must match based on symbol and atomic number alone (advanced level) Each version builds on the last and can be used flexibly depending on students' prior knowledge. The game works best with medium to large groups and encourages students to listen carefully, stay engaged, and support one another. What’s included: 3 full card sets (118 cards per set = 354 total) Differentiated by content and level of language support Clear instructions for printing, laminating, and use Ideal for individual, pair, or group work How I use it in class: I’ve played this game both at the end of a chemistry unit and as a fun opener when starting the periodic table. It’s also perfect for substitute lessons or for classes with mixed ability levels. Since each student needs to be ready when their card comes up, it fosters attention and collaboration. This is one of those games where learning happens almost by accident – students are so focused on playing that they internalize atomic numbers and symbols without even noticing. A simple, engaging way to bring structure, repetition, and movement into chemistry class – no extra prep needed. If you're looking for an easy way to help students become more confident with the periodic table, this might be worth trying in your classroom. 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 Game, Educational Card Games, Chemistry, Physics, STEM Science Matching Game, Chemical Elements, Periodic Table Matching Game, Who Has It, STEM, Who Has It?
Viking-Themed Door Tags – Discover and Visualize Strengths
Montessori, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Community Building, Graphic Arts, Creative Arts, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Projects, Templates, Classroom Decor, Door Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Banners
Viking-Themed Door Tags – Discover and Visualize Strengths A creative resource to support self-awareness and classroom community (grades 2–6) 🛡️✏️ This set of printable Viking-themed door tags helps students reflect on their personal strengths in a fun and low-pressure way. Whether you're working on self-esteem, social-emotional learning, or simply want to add a motivating activity to your classroom routine – these templates give you plenty of flexibility. The material includes 96 hand-drawn door hangers in three differentiated formats: – Pre-filled with strengths (ready to color and hang) – With gaps for students to add their own words – Completely blank for free design and writing All versions are included in both color and black-and-white, making them perfect for creative work, quiet time, or even as a thoughtful take-home project. Fonts are provided in print, tracing, and decorative styles – so you can adapt the activity to your students' level and needs. What makes it practical for teachers: I’ve used these door hangers when starting a new school year, during transition phases, or when I wanted to quietly support students’ confidence. They also work well in substitute lessons or as a calming station activity. The Viking theme adds just the right amount of playfulness without feeling too childish. Easy prep, lots of uses: Print, cut, and let students decorate their door hangers with drawings or personal messages. You can hang them on lockers, desks, or classroom walls. Some teachers also use them for class community projects or parent nights. This activity encourages self-reflection in a gentle and creative way – and reminds students that recognizing their own strengths is part of learning too. This is more than just a decoration – it’s a tool for early math learning wrapped in a bit of adventure. 📍 Best wishes, Heike from @Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
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Tags Vikings, Handdrawn, Banners, Viking Classroom Decor, Door Tags For Students, Character Building, Growth Mindset, SEL Resource, Personal Strengths Reflection, Student Self-esteem
Teen Mental Resilience Strategies - Psychology Book
P.E. & Health, Health, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Physical Education, Sports, Yoga, Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Activities, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Literacy Readers, Outlines, Presentations
Find the best psychology book for teenager mental resilience in today's fast-paced world. "Teen Mental Resilience Strategies - Psychology" is an in-depth, entertainingly written book tailored specifically to help teenagers in high school overcome challenges of academic and social pressures, and changes in their emotions. Booked and penned by Syed Hammad Rizvi, this 382-page-long book incorporates the most crucial concepts of psychology, such as Growth Mindset, Neuroplasticity, and Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Stress management, Mindfulness, and Setting Goals. Consisting of 128 in-depth chapters, this book provides straightforward science-qualified advice on How to Decode Emotions, Break Self-Doubt, Build Healthy Relationships, Manage and Reduce Anxiety, and Achieve Sustainable Well-being in Life. Perfectly useful as a teenager mental health book, this book helps young readers to Switch Gears from Failures to Growth, Build Self-Compassion, and Stay Resilient under all circumstances. Search Keywords: Teen Mental Health Book, Resilience Strategies For Teens, Psychology For Teenagers, Emotional Intelligence Resource, Stress Relief For Teenagers, Mindfulness For Teens, Self-Esteem Building Workbook. Why Parents/Schools Love It: Empowers Teens with Skills for a Lifetime: Gives practical, psychology-based strategies to effectively deal with stress, emotions, and relations, enabling students to become independent and resilient. Comprehensive and Age-Appropriate: The book spans 128 chapters, starting with simple mind and body associations and progressing to more complex aspects such as grit and mindfulness, targeting students in grades 8 through 12. Encourages Positive Mental Health: Emphasizes self-awareness, thankfulness, and emotional resilience to avoid issues related to anxiety and depression and align with school counseling and wellness initiatives. Science-Backed and Engaging: Builds on established ideas from psychology such as EQ and neuroplasticity, making it a great resource to accompany a high school psychology curriculum. Fosters Family/School Discussions. Provides ways of communicating, limiting, and support networks, leading to discussions among teens, parents, and school personnel. Target Student Classes : After analyzing the book thoroughly, based on its content, its design, and the targeted group, it appears that it has been penned for students belonging to grades 8 through 12, roughly aged between 13 and 18 years. Starting off with middle-school education (grade 8) concepts such as understanding the teenage brain and mind, emotions, advancing through challenging ideas suited for high school students (grades 9 through 12) such as cognitive restructuring, post-traumatic growth, imposter syndrome, and self-determination theory, it appears that the language used has been advanced, targeting high school education related to science or general psychology, hence suited for students moving on from middle school or high school students undergoing pressures of college prep. Copyright/Terms of Use This book has been copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This resource may only be used on an individual and personal level. For instance, you may not give it out to other classrooms. This also includes posting it on any website where it may be downloaded freely. If you like this resource, you can share it with other teachers by purchasing licenses to use it on Teachsimple. Thank you. This product is proud to be brought to you by Syed Hammad Rizvi
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Tags TeenMentalHealth, ResilienceStrategies, PsychologyForTeens, HighSchoolWellBeing, EmotionalIntelligenceGuide, MentalHealthMatters, MentalHealthAwareness, MentalHealthRecovery, MentalHealthSupport, MentalHealthAdvocate
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
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
Who Has It? – Main Group Elements Game - 6 Levels of Differentiation
STEM, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Basic Science, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Homeschool Templates, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Worksheets, Projects, Flashcards
Who Has It? – Main Group Elements Game (6 Levels of Differentiation) A chemistry card game to review the main group elements in a structured and playful way (Grades 7–10) 🧪🎯 This classroom game is based on the “I have… who has?” format and helps students review the main group elements of the periodic table. It focuses on atomic numbers, element symbols, and – depending on the level – the correct element names. The game format encourages full-class participation, supports recall through repetition, and helps even quieter students get involved in a low-pressure way. The special feature: six levels of differentiation , so you can tailor the material to your students’ abilities. Whether you teach a mixed-level group or want to build in progression over time, these sets offer plenty of flexibility. What’s included: 3 card sets × 2 difficulty paths = 6 levels total Each set contains 52 cards (156 cards total) Elements included: all main group elements up to element 118 Levels range from fully labeled to no element names at all Clear instructions for printing, cutting, and gameplay Differentiation overview: Levels 1 & 2: All names included Levels 3 & 4: Only “I have” part includes names Levels 5 & 6: No names – only symbols and atomic numbers How to use in class: In my own lessons, I’ve used this as a review after teaching atomic structure or periodic trends. It works well as a class opener, during stations, or even in a substitute lesson. The A/B sets are helpful when students sit close together – it prevents copying but keeps everyone working on the same task. Students enjoy the rhythm of the game, and because every card depends on the one before, they naturally stay attentive. It’s a great way to combine repetition with interaction. Low-prep, flexible, and genuinely useful for learning chemical elements in a collaborative setting. 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 Game, Educational Card Games, Chemistry, Physics, STEM Science Matching Game, Chemical Elements, Periodic Table Matching Game, Who Has It, STEM, Main Groups
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"!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education
Changing Negative Self-Talk Into Positive Self-Talk SEL Presentation
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Elementary, Middle School, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets
In this Google Slide SEL presentation, students will learn how to change their negative thoughts into positive ones. There is a quote at the beginning of the slide show that says "Watch what you tell yourself, you're likely to believe it." by Russ Kyle. The students can share what they think this quote means to them. Then there is an educational slide on the value of changing their negative thoughts into positive ones. Then the students will have 12 slides to practice changing negative thoughts into realistic and positive ones. They can do this as a turn and talk with a partner, whole group instruction, or in their table groups. You can decide the best approach for your students. After they practice 12 different thoughts, the students will participate in an elimination game using a playing deck of cards. You will randomly pull a red or black card and students need to declare which one they think you will pull before you pull it. There are directions on the slide notes. The goal is for them to say out loud to the person next to them about which one they guess is going to get pulled for their own accountability. Ask students to pay attention to their own self-talk during this game. This game is based on luck only. You can play the game as many times as you want as time allows. Lastly, the students will get to color a mindfulness coloring sheet of a brain with their own name on it. You can make as many handouts as you have students in your class. Simply double click on the name and change it to the names of students in your class and press enter. Print off as many copies as you need. For other lessons on thoughts and changing one's thinking, check out this lesson about inner coach versus inner critic: https://teachsimple.com/product/inner-coach-or-inner-critic-boom-cards-plus-extension-handout https://teachsimple.com/product/cut-sort-and-glue-inner-coach-or-critic
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, Social Skills, Self-regulation, Cognitive, Special Education, Psychology, SEL Presentations, SEL Coloring Pages
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
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
Coping Skills Brochure and SEL coloring pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets
In this resource, your students will have a take home brochure to help them think of and remember ways to calm down and cope with big feelings. There are 6 sections of this resource. There are SEL coloring pages in this resource. The first section is the cover page with has a mindfulness coloring activity that students can customize to their liking. This in and of itself is a coping skill! Next you have a place where students can use their name and use the acronym of their name to help them come up and customize how they would like to calm down when they have a big feeling. For example, if the name is Jenny, they can write; J is for make a joke or listen to a joke, E is for Exercise, N is for Try something New, the other N is for Notice objects in the room (such as all the things that are green, blue, etc.) and the Y is for do yoga poses. On of the pages is the directions and the other page (flap) is for them to write their own name and customize their strategies. One of the flaps give them the acronym of CALMS which stands for C-Calming Exercises, A-Activities that distract (reading, playing a game or sport, puzzle, word search, etc) L-Look around the room (Look for all the blue objects, Look for things you see that begin with the letter A, etc.) and then M-Mindfulness practices. These are things that really bring students into the present moment. Look for 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, 3 things you feel, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste, etc. The S is for Sensations. Do things that make you feel different sensations that are pleasant such as place an ice pack on your forehead, go into a hot shower or hot tub, etc. Taste something sweet or spicy. These are all the things that can help someone cope with a strong feeling.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Coping Skills, Stress Management, School Counseling, Social Skills, Self-regulation, Calming Down, Sel Coloring Pages
Therapy Dog - Helping Students Reflect with Therapy Dogs 🐶💭
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Homeschool Resources, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Posters, Door Decor, Task Cards
Helping Students Reflect with Therapy Dogs 🐶💭 There’s something special about the presence of a therapy dog in the classroom. Even the most restless students seem to relax. Some kids who rarely speak up suddenly open up. And for many, it’s the first time they’ve had a chance to experience the unconditional support that a dog offers. But what if we took that experience and turned it into a learning moment? That’s exactly what this reflection activity does. It helps students think about what kindness means, why responsibility matters, and how their actions affect others—whether those others have two legs or four. Why This Activity Feels Different ✔ It gets students thinking, not just answering. It’s not about memorizing facts. It’s about pausing for a moment and reflecting on simple but meaningful questions. ✔ It connects emotions with actions. Why do therapy dogs have rules? Why does kindness matter? These questions lead to unexpectedly deep discussions. ✔ It’s easy for any grade level. Younger kids can draw their answers, while older students might write or discuss. No one feels left out. ✔ It works with or without a therapy dog. Even if your school doesn’t have one, this still sparks conversations about empathy and responsibility. ✔ No prep required. Just print it out, hand it to students, and let them think. How I Use It in My Classroom 📌 First, we talk. I ask, “How do animals teach us about kindness?” or “What do therapy dogs need from us?” The answers are never what I expect—and that’s the best part. 📌 Then, students reflect. They complete a few simple but thoughtful prompts about their own behavior, their emotions, and what they’ve learned. 📌 Next, we share (if they want to). I never make sharing mandatory. But I’m always surprised by how many students want to. 📌 Finally, we put up the poster. It’s a small reminder that kindness and responsibility go beyond the classroom. 🐶 One more idea: If you have a therapy dog visit your class, have students read their reflections to the dog. You’d be amazed at how much more open and engaged they become! What Other Teachers Have Said ✔ “I used this before our first therapy dog visit, and it made a huge difference in how students behaved around the dog.” ✔ “It’s simple but powerful. The class discussions that came from this were amazing.” ✔ “Perfect for social-emotional learning, even without a therapy dog!” Why This Activity Sticks with Students At the end of the day, this isn’t just another worksheet. It’s a way to help students slow down, think about their actions, and reflect on what really matters—whether that’s how they interact with a therapy dog, a classmate, or the world around them. 📥 Give it a try—you might be surprised by what your students come up with. 🐶✨ 📍 Warmly, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Reflection Activity
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 2
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Clothes Shopping Level 2 is an interactive teaching tool ideal for middle school students in the Special Education space. This educational resource is designed to help students understand and calculate sales tax prices relative to various clothing items, such as pants, shirts, shoes, dresses, skirts and accessories. Objective The aim of this worksheet is to develop crucial life skills that enable young learners to be more independent. It starts with finding the cost of two clothing items and understanding how sales tax affects the final price. Progression of Activities Finding the cost of three different clothing items including their tax charge. A step-by-step guide helping students calculate sales tax and total price for multiple clothing goods. This worksheet contains 60 questions presented in word problem format coupled with options for correct answers, divided into 6 sets tailored around each type of attire mentioned earlier. Suitable Audience & Applications This tool could be used in a variety of settings: mainly within middle school Special Education classes or one-on-one settings but also in regular classrooms or small groups. The idea being it can also double up as homework assignments making learning continuous even at homes. Inclusions & Delivery Method This printable resource includes step-by-step instructions on taxes calculation nuances besides real-world examples along with suggestions on applications making it highly espousing from pedagogical point-of-view. It's delivered via an easy-to-consume PDF file comprising color & black-and-white pages versions each loaded uniquely catering both inclusivity besides accommodating visual preferences providing educators flexibility during dissemination process. In summary, if you're seeking to engage your students actively with an eye on cultivating pragmatic money math skills, then the Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Clothes Shopping Level 2 is worth considering.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Money Math, Life Skills, Clothes Shopping, Sales Tax, Special Education, Math Clothes
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
Digital Privacy & Security Guide for Non-Techies Book
Science, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Research, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Career, Life Studies, Leadership, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
It is an unfortunate reality that one single leak of your passwords can lead to the theft of thousands of dollars from your savings account. It is also a frightening truth that your Smart TV can watch everything you do, and that Deepfake technology exists that is able to imitate your voice with ease. The above facts alone leave an overwhelming amount of people in a vulnerable position in relation to their personal digital security. This is the purpose of the 278-page "Digital Fear is Real" guide. This guide was created with the sole purpose of providing an in-depth, complete, and easy-to-understand reference tool for every aspect of your digital life. This tool covers everything, from passwords and mobile devices to social media, smart home technology, child safety issues, financial fraud, AI-driven threats, and estate planning. This guide goes beyond the typical frightening articles that do not provide real answers or to the overly technical books that require a computer science degree to understand. This book provides you with a complete step-by-step system that will allow you to protect yourself without having to spend a lot of time to achieve this goal. You'll Learn: * How to use password managers and passkeys * How to set up two-factor authentication to effectively stop hackers * How to secure your router and home network with six easy steps * How to protect your children from predators, cyber-bullying, and "sharing" * What you need to do to recover from identity theft and create an actionable recovery plan * How to install and use safe communication channels such as Signal, VPNs, Tor, and encrypted email * A 30-day privacy transformation plan to secure your digital world In addition to all the information contained in the guide, there are also many charts comparing different items, checklists, infographics, and a comprehensive appendix that contains a list of tools that every computer user needs to have. Why Parents (And Schools) are all in: Chapters Addressing the Child Safety Issues that Affect Parents and Adults in General, Including… Cyberbullying, online predators, sharenting, and children's digital footprint – all described in clear, no-nonsense, actionable terms. No Technical Experience Needed – These Chapters are written specifically for non-technical readers, with plenty of "common" language used in both chapters to facilitate understanding by teachers and parents who want to better protect their children from online dangers. Classroom and Family Resources Ready for Use – Each chapter is filled with checklists, comparison charts, infographics, and an overall 30 Day Action Plan that is great for either teaching curriculum or having family discussions at home. The Chapters Address Many of the Most Urgent Problems Facing Today's Children Including AI Voice Cloning, Deep Fakes, and TikTok Data Collection... so that they are prepared for whatever potential risk they may encounter this year. Create Lifelong Digital Citizens: Instead of merely providing a list of rules to abide by; through an ongoing mindset established throughout the children in their formative years/education process, parents will help their children learn to make thoughtful and responsible decisions independently of parents or other adults. Target Groups of Students: The book coversmost of the standard, foundational content and structure with both foundationaland advanced information. Therefore, the intendedaudiences will include the following: - High School Students (Grades 9-12)- A focus on Digital Literacy, Computer Science, and LifeSkills Classes contains usefulinformation forstudents; Chapters dedicated to the Social Media, Cyberbullying, A.I. Pitfalls and Financial Scams can addressthe high schoolage range. - CollegeUndergraduates- College Freshman OrientationStudents; Classes focused on Information Security awareness; College Campus Safety Programs.PopularContentforthisdemographic of student wouldinclude the Privacy by Designconceptplus Information relatedtoIdentity Theft recovery. - Parents &Caregivers- Adult Education (e.g., at PTA and/or Parent Group meetings) can provide parents/caregiverwith educational information pertaining tochildren's Online Safety; Managingtheir Online Content within Social Media Channels, S.K. Componentsand/orParental ControlSoftwarePrograms. - Educators and/or School Staff- Digital Citizenship Professionaldevelopment related to Student Data Privacy, Recognizingthe Threat of anA.I. CreatedInformationProduct. - Senior Citizens- Community Center courses for adults that educate subjects such as: fraud prevention,howto avoidTech Support Scams and howto BankOnlineSafely. TheAuthorhas specifically made this bookaccessibleandwrittenso that AllAge Groups canreceive this book as an option from Middle SchooltoAdultEducation students. Copyright/Terms of Use: This book and resource are copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This is for your own personal use; you may only use it in one classroom. You cannot change, give away, or sell any part of this resource—you cannot place any of it on the Internet where someone can be able to locate and access (download) the resource. If you want to give to or share with others, you will need to purchase more than one for them from Teachsimple. Thank you for honoring the copyright! Syed Hammad Rizvi has produced this resource.
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags DigitalPrivacy, CyberSecurity, OnlineSafety, DataProtection, InternetSafety, PrivacyMatters, StaySafeOnline, DigitalSecurity, DigitalLiteracy, FamilySafety
Michael's Mystery Game-A Fun SEL Cooperative Game
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
In this resource, students will play a mystery game. This is an SEL game that teachers cooperation, problem-solving and listening. Groups of 4-5 students will work together to figure out Michael's Mystery. Michael is a quarterback for the Washington Gorillas and has lost something and refuses to play in the game until it is found. There are three categories to solve; what is missing, who took it and where is it. There are 18 clues and 6 possible suspects in each of the categories. This game teaches how to work together for a common purpose. Students will need to access their listening skills, problem-solving skills, deduction skills and leadership skills. This is a great game for students in 3rd-6th grades but possibly older too! For more SEL products, please feel free to visit my SEL store at Teach Simple at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For another mystery game, check out this resource: https://teachsimple.com/product/mariahs-mystery-a-fun-sel-cooperative-game-for-kids (In this SEL cooperative mystery game, students need to help Mariah, a Dancing With The Stars dancer. Same premise as Michael's mystery but different story and different outcome.) For more SEL products, you may be interested in: https://teachsimple.com/product/slant-strategy-lesson-a-lesson-about-paying-attention-and-listening (SLANT strategy lesson teaches students about paying attention and listening to others. There is a fun game in this lesson where students are given a prompt they need to do which is dependent on an action or words that the previous students does or says. Listening and paying attention is essential in order for this to smoothly flow. SLANT stands for Sit Up, Lean in Slightly towards the speaker, Ask questions, Nod head and Track speaker with eyes. This lesson is appropriate for 4th-9th grades.) https://teachsimple.com/product/stress-management-game-played-like-apples-to-apples-handouts (This is a stress management game played like Apples to Apples. Kid will love this as they have one stressful situation on a card and they will place a strategy down that they think will help. The "judge" will determine which one they are likely to use.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Mystery Game, Detective Game, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Group Resource, Cooperative Game, Leadership Skills, School Counseling
Strategy Mastermind: Thinking Like a Gamer to Solve Real-World Problem
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, STEM, Research, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Word Problems, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks
Unlock Your Child’s Potential with the Ultimate Guide to Strategic Thinking—Inspired by Gaming! “Strategy Mastermind: Thinking Like a Gamer to Solve Real-World Problems” is more than just another study guide. This powerful book is the key to unlocking the excitement of gaming while incorporating the skills required in everyday life. This book was written specifically for the middle school and high school audience to see the potential in using the skills learned by being a gamer to excel in school, interpersonal relationships, or any desired professions. By means of 80 fascinating chapters, learners will be able to: Break down complex challenges like defeating a boss into smaller steps that are manageable. Master resource management—time, attention, and energy, same as in-game inventory. Cultivate critical thinking skills through the observation of patterns, weaknesses, and "game mechanisms" in the real world. Develop a resilient and adaptable personality by learning and learning and learning, and by learning through failure. The application of Game Theory to Teamwork, Negotiation, and Strategic Planning. "Strategy Mastermind" is filled to the brim with analogies that are easy to understand, exercises that help improve learning skills, and real-world cases that turn learning problems into thrilling missions. It will be of immense help to students irrespective of the fact that their parents are gamers or that they themselves are one. Why Parents/Schools Love It Transforms a Possible Distraction into a Learning Device: Capitalizing on the innate passion for gaming that most students have, it offers learning opportunities related to discipline, planning, and critical thinking. Fosters Real-World Readiness Skills: These skills include time management, regulating one’s emotions, teamwork skills, and making ethical decisions. These skills can be very useful in the classroom as well as when Cultivates Growth Mindset: Teaches students to be resilient, adaptable, and learn from failures, which are all important for lifelong achievements Easy to Implement: Every chapter contains strategies, stories, and reflective questions designed for easy implementation in the classroom, a study session, or the homeschool. Relevance to the Modern Educational Scene: This textbook aligns with the modern education scenario because: It supports STEM education. It supports SEL education. It lends itself to the development of Target Audience by Class/Grade PRIMARY TARGET: Grades 7-12 (Ages Perfectly suited to a middle school and high school audience to help gaming-minded students leverage their gaming skills to succeed in academics and life. Secondary Audience: Highly able Grade 5-6 pupils (if interested in academics) College freshmen and young adults in search of basic strategic and life skills. Educators & Parents interested in new methods to integrate students' involvement in SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) and executive functions. Copyright/Terms of Use This Book is copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This educational resource is for personal and classroom use only and cannot be changed or distributed or sold or given away by you or your institution by any means, including but not limited to being posted or shared on the Internet and available for download by everyone. For the purpose of sharing the resource among colleagues, you need to consider acquiring licenses from Teachsimple. This product has been happily made available to me by Syed Hammad Rizvi
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags StrategyMastermind, GamerMindset, TeenSuccess, StudentMotivation, LearningThroughGaming, ParentingTips, EdTech, 21stCenturySkills, GrowthMindset, BookLaunch
COPY THE MODEL | BRAIN GAME FOR KIDS
Resources for Teachers, Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Speech Therapy, Elementary, Adult Education, Early Learning, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Pre-K, Activities, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
COPY THE MODEL | BRAIN GAME FOR KIDS INTRODUCTION: Welcome to EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS! We specialize in producing diverse educational tools to support children's learning journeys. Be sure to browse our store for reading, writing, math, and Spanish resources designed to make learning fun and impactful. PLEASE VISIT MY STORE, BECAUSE I HAVE A LOT OF FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU: "EL ADVERBIO" SPANISH TEST: https://teachsimple.com/product/free-spanish-test-el-adverbio-3-pages MULTIPLICATION FLASHCARDS: https://teachsimple.com/product/15-free-flashcards-of-multiplication-exercises-animals-themed MAIN DESCRIPTION OF THIS PRODUCT: 1) What specific skills are developed using this resource? Students will be able to develop their attention, concentration, creativity, and imagination skills. It will also allow students to develop their cognitive skills such as comprehension, analysis, and others. 2) Who is the ideal audience for this document? This document and/or teaching resource is primarily intended for young students, meaning those between the ages of 5 and 12, in other words, students in early childhood and/or primary education. However, it can also be used by the general public if required. 3) What recommendations are there for making the most of this resource? To make the most of this resource, I recommend first analyzing it, then looking at the specific topic your student needs to learn and assess whether my resource addresses it. I also ask you to consider how you will print it. 4) Is this material up to date with the latest educational changes? Yes, this material primarily addresses all learning theories about children, which tell us that children should learn in an educational and fun way. SECONDARY OR ETXRA INFORMATION: 1) Does this material allow for custom editing? This educational document is available in PDF format, so you cannot edit it. You simply need to download and then print it. 2) What main topic does the resource cover? This document has been developed to address a basic topic that children in kindergarten through elementary school should master. This document will also be helpful to the general public who want to learn. 3) What version does this document correspond to? This educational resource is designed in PDF format, which will make your download experience much simpler and easier to use. 4) Is the material designed in color or black and white? This document has been designed in color (if required) or is sometimes created in black and white to make your learning experience easier.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, COPY THE MODEL, BRAIN GAMES, BRAIN, INTELLIGENCE
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
SEL Boom Cards With Audio-Goal Setting Plus Handout
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Elementary, Middle School, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
In this fun Boom Deck, students will learn about goal setting. They will learn about TOP goal setting. T is for choose a target goal, O is for think of any obstacles that could get in the way, and P is for make a plan with action steps. There is audio on each Boom card so no reading is required. This deck is fully accessible for all students. There are 5 informational/educational cards and 26 task playing cards. You can do this Boom Deck as a whole class lesson on goal setting, you could assign this to students as homework, and you could also have students do this as a center activity. There is a handout for students to fill out after they play the Boom Deck to think of their own goal and choose a target, any obstacles to overcome and choose some specific action steps. Some of the goals in this deck are; joining a garden club, participating in a walkathon, climbing a mountain, learning division, cleaning the kitchen, cleaning a bedroom, planning a food drive at a school, joining a soccer team, joining a debate team and many more. These examples are really relatable to students in elementary and middle schools. Learning to set goals is a valuable skill and can strengthen a student's executive functioning skills. Many students can benefit from this lesson on choosing a target goal, thinking ahead of any obstacles that they may need to overcome or think of solutions for and planning action steps to accomplish their goal. Boom Decks are an engaging way for students to learn concepts as they will be able to move around and take a turn at the Smartboard, think about other students' examples and think in their head about how they would answer the question and students will then connect with the concept more because it is fun. Please review Boom Leaning's Terms of Service. Do not share the link with anyone after purchasing.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, Goal Setting, Boom Cards, Special Education, Executive Function, Handout, Counseling
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 1
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 1 This interactive 192-question math worksheet aids middle school students in developing essential life skills for independence. Students will calculate complete breakfast and lunch meal costs using six standard restaurant menus. Questions progress in difficulty from computing costs of two menu items to four. Interactive practice strengthens skills in money management. All questions include detailed solutions. Educators can implement this printable resource in special education classes, speech therapy, ABA therapy, or one-on-one intervention. It also helps define, set, and measure IEP goals related to functional math and independent living. The worksheet provides real-world money math practice for grades 7-9. The step-by-step structure with visual supports is ideal for middle schoolers with autism and other special needs. Students will build confidence ordering meals and managing money. Skills developed with this resource help middle schoolers gain independence at school, home and in the community.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Autism And Money Skills, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Math Menu Activities, Life Skills Worksheets Kids, Restaurant Menu Math Word Problems, Literacy Menus, Menu Math Printable, Menu Engineering Worksheet, Life Skills Math, Menu Worksheet
SEL Boom Deck-Flower, Weed and Cactus Friendship Behaviors & Handout
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
In this SEL Boom Deck, students will learn about flower (healthy), weed (bothersome) and cactus (unhealthy) friendship behaviors. It is important for students to learn some of the behaviors that are bothersome and frustrating and to learn that they do need to address these sooner rather than later. Just like a weed ignored or not wanting to be dealt with, it can get worse and impact the friendship in a negative way. Some examples of flower (healthy) behaviors are; letting your friends have other friends, being there to help, standing up for them (being an upstander), and many more. Some of the weed (bothersome) examples are; bragging, copying a friend, not paying a friend back for borrowing money, and more. Some examples of cactus (unhealthy) behaviors are; being mad if something good happens to a friend, putting a friend down, gossiping, not letting a friend join their other friends, and many more. There are 24 task playing cards and 5 instructional cards so this can be played as a whole classroom lesson, a small group lesson, with partners or assigned to individuals to do as homework. There is a handout that matches the concepts for students to fill out to remember the different friendship behaviors and a question about what they can do if there friend is exhibiting either a weed or cactus type friendship behavior. This is a Boom Deck that is great for 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and sixth grade. If there are strong readers or the classroom teacher or school counselor can read each slide, this could be something 2nd grader also do. You know your students best and can judge whether the examples are relevant to your students. Please review the Boom Deck Terms Of Use as because of AI, it does not allow me to post them here due to it is the same verbiage as each product. If you want to know about other friendship Boom Decks or other friendship lessons, please visit my store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social-emotional Learning, Friendship Skills, Social Skills, Special Education, Boom Cards, Handout, Relationship Skills, Social Awareness, School Counseling
SEL Boom Deck-Grateful or Disappointed? With Audio Plus Handout!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Elementary, Middle School, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
In this resource, students will learn the differences between feeling grateful and disappointed. These two feelings are essentially opposite one another. The 28 slide Boom Deck has 3 educational/introduction cards and 25 task playing cards. There is audio on each card so no reading is required. This can be done as a whole class group whereas each student can take a turn coming up to a interactive board and deciding which situation is being presented. Then the directions for the deck ask students to think of things the person in the situation could be grateful for in a disappointing situation. There are many examples of disappointing situations such as; not being able to play a volleyball game because a coach is out of town, not being able to have outdoor recess, a volcano not erupting, having to do homework instead of play with friends, a dog ruining a pair of shoes, a teacher asking a student to rewrite a paragraph, a special art class is being canceled, and not getting to go on a roller coaster at an amusement park, among others. There is a handout to print off for each student and have them reflect on a time they were disappointed and now looking back, what were they grateful for in that situation. This is a great Boom Deck to do during Thanksgiving but also throughout the entire year. This is great for grades two, three, four, five, and six. This will create some good conversations with students on looking for those grateful moments. Please review the Boom Deck terms of use and the ability to get a free trial. The explanation is on their website and I cannot insert it here due to the AI system recognizing it as duplicate information. For more products related to gratitude, please check out these: https://teachsimple.com/product/the-grateful-gecko-and-the-grumpy-goose-sel-boom-cards-about-gratitude-with-audio (This is a Boom Deck about gratitude as well). You can also visit my store for more engaging products at https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Gratitude, Disappointed, Social Emotional Skills, School Counseling, Special Education, Thanksgiving, Handout, Extension Activity
Therapy Dog Classroom Rules – Create, Discuss & Decorate! 🐶🏫 Banner
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Therapy Dog Classroom Rules Create, Discuss & Decorate! 🐶🏫 Bringing a therapy dog into the classroom is an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also requires clear expectations and structure. This Therapy Dog Rules Pennant Banner is a creative and engaging way to introduce, reinforce, and display important guidelines for students when interacting with a school therapy dog. Whether your school already has a therapy dog or you’re just starting to introduce the idea, these pennants help students understand respectful behavior, responsibilities, and boundaries in a fun and visual way. 🐾 Why This Resource is Perfect for Your Classroom ✔ Encourages Respectful Interactions – Helps students learn how to behave around a therapy dog. ✔ Interactive & Creative – Students can draw, write, or collage their own pennants to personalize the display. ✔ Supports Classroom Discussions – Use as a conversation starter about animal care, empathy, and safety. ✔ A Fun Visual Reminder – Display the banner in the classroom or on the door so rules are always visible. ✔ Perfect for Any Therapy Dog Setting – Ideal for schools, counseling offices, and special education programs. 📌 What’s Included? 📜 Printable Therapy Dog Rules Pennants, featuring: ✔ Ready-made rule templates ✔ Blank versions for students to create their own rules ✔ Simple, clear visuals for all ages ✔ pre-colored for quick use 🎨 How to Use This Resource 1️⃣ Print the pennants and the door sign. 2️⃣ Let students illustrate, decorate, or collage the rules in their own creative way. 3️⃣ Cut out and string the pennants together to create a classroom banner. 4️⃣ Hang the banner somewhere visible to reinforce positive interactions with the therapy dog. 🏆 Classroom Tip: Involve students in writing the rules together before decorating their pennants. This makes them feel more responsible for following the guidelines! 🐶 Why Teachers Love It ✔ “A great way to help kids understand boundaries around therapy dogs.” ✔ “The perfect mix of creativity and structure—students loved making their own rules!” ✔ “Looks great on the classroom wall and actually helps reinforce good behavior!” 🏫 Make Your Therapy Dog Program a Success! Having a therapy dog in the classroom can be an incredible learning experience—but students need guidance to make sure it’s a safe and positive environment. This banner set makes it easy, interactive, and fun to set those expectations! 📥 Download now and start creating your therapy dog-friendly classroom today! 🐾✨ 📍 Best, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog Classroom Rules