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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.
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
Intent Versus Impact -SEL Presentation
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Activities
In this product, there is a 9 slide PowerPoint and a Scenario handout. This is an SEL presentation. Students will learn about the concept of intent versus impact. This lesson is especially good for students who joke around without realizing their jokes/teasing is hurtful. The PowerPoint guides the lesson. There are slide notes for additional lesson instructions. This can also be uploaded as a Google Slide presentation. There are also 3 short Videolink videos in this lesson as well as a group activity to apply a relatable scenario to the concept. The group will analyze a situation and decide what is the intent and impact of the situation and then share out to the class about their scenario. This is appropriate for students in 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade. This is an important concept for students to learn how their behaviors impacts others' feelings. Students will learn in a relatable way how joking and other behaviors that seem to them to be harmless, may be hurtful to others. For other SEL presentations, SEL coloring pages and SEL activities and lessons, please visit my store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor If you enjoy this type of SEL product and resource and would like to see more, please check out these other SEL resources for this age group: https://teachsimple.com/product/venting-or-gossiping-sel-powerpoint-presentation-and-reflection-handout (In this SEL presentation, students will learn the difference between venting and gossiping. This is a very important and tricky distinction for students in upper elementary and middle school. Often times, students mix gossiping with venting without seeing the risk of making the situation worse. In this lesson, students are taught how to know when they are venting (trying to get help, advice, with a trusted person who will not gossip-versus when they are gossiping-they are mad, want others to know the negative things to tarnish their relationships, etc.) https://teachsimple.com/product/responsible-decision-making-an-sel-lesson-learning-about-mental-time-travel (Responsible decision-making lesson. Students will learn about "mental time travel" and goal setting.) https://teachsimple.com/product/how-to-avoid-digital-drama-an-sel-lesson-plan (How to Avoid Digital Drama SEL Lesson. In this lesson, students will learn about how to avoid digital drama online. They will also learn how to respond to digital drama.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL, Lesson, Self-Awareness, Social-emotional Learning, Relationship Skills, Self-management, SEL Presentations, Social Emotional Learning, Friendship Skills
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
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
Effective Communication | SEL Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Effective Communication | SEL Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity Effective Communication | SEL Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity is an notable teaching resource aimed at nurturing effective communication strategies among students of grades 3 through 6. This resource not only addresses the traditional aspects but also integrates social emotional learning (SEL) touchpoints in the classroom environment. The goal is to facilitate personal growth alongside academics. This evidence-based teaching tool persuades students to dedicate 10 minutes each day exploring topics around effective communication. The package includes a no-prep student workbook, promoting daily interaction about their mental health status. CASEL-Aligned Product Offering Vibrant Discussions: The google teacher slides, matching with student handbook pages introduce vibrant discussions in class or small group study settings. It's a solid platform for teachers keen on fostering harmonious relationships with their students and shaping them into well-rounded individuals. Simplified Weekly Lesson Planning : Easily devise weekly lessons! This pack contains everything needed to develop relationship skills via ready-to-use SEL lesson. All activities align thoughtfully with the overall topic and objective of the week. The innovative BOOM CUBE activity offers children an opportunity to express themselves while listening empathetically when peers share alike experiences. Addition Benefits: Easy-to-follow page design, designed compactly over six pages per week (including title slide). Beautifully crafted in colored or black & white versions. Five teacher slides per day provided in PDF format too, saving precious lesson planning time! In summary, Effective Communication | SEL Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity offers educators a smooth opportunity to venture into other empowering lessons like teamwork development, building positive relationships and constructive conflict resolution. A blend of traditional and modern learning sensibilities. Let's embrace this suite of resources now!
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Communication Skills, Social Emotional Learning, Student Workbook, SEL Lessons, Relationship Building
Big Emotions/Anger | Interactive Book/Printable | Behavior Support
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Big Emotions/Anger | Interactive Book/Printable | Behavior Support is a specialized teaching resource. It was created for educators looking to tackle the complexities of emotions with children, primarily within ages 7-12. This resource allows students to step into the story's main character's shoes, acquiring crucial life skills like understanding and managing big emotions such as anger. The interactive book promotes active student engagement through tasks like question-answering, coloring assignments, and drawing activities. These are all designed with the primary goal of nurturing emotional comprehension. A significant emphasis is placed on creating coping mechanisms tailored to each child's needs - particularly beneficial when helping children who have difficulties handling strong emotions. Your purchase includes various resources: full-page and half-page printouts of the social storybook as well as an insightful discussion guide. To enhance convenience further, Google Slides compatible for classroom interaction is also included. Functions Whole class scenarios: The teacher can use the Google Slide Deck for displaying material while students create their copies using the provided half-page printouts - catalyzing engaging classroom discussions via our discussion guide! In-class exercises or homework assignments: Can be used beyond these traditional formats to teach lessons on handling large emotions in both whole-class sessions or small group environments. Towards progressive discipline plans: Students can take this book along to assigned calming corners within classrooms where they revisit expectations and calm down independently–an outstanding starting point! In smaller groups: Identify individuals displaying similar behavior needs creating small groups where each member fills out individual copies complimented by meaningful conversations about every page under guidance from our discussion guide! This PDF file becomes an excellent addition catering specifically towards - social emotional learning, social skills and life skills. Specific Catering Teachers might work individually with struggling students. This allows for essential coping strategies discussed during the activity to be firmly embedded in memory since the books can be kept at desks and easily accessed whenever required. The target grades for this resource are Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, and Grade 6. It's an ideal add-on to your teaching materials arsenal if your focus rests on shaping young minds into individuals better equipped to manage their emotions!
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Emotional Comprehension, Anger Management, Behavior Support, Coping Mechanisms, Interactive Book
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
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
SEL Interactive Book: Expectations for Class Party Behavior
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Social Story is an interactive resource designed to establish behavior expectations for hosting a class party. This innovative tool allows children to be the central characters of the story, encouraging them to answer questions, color, and sketch pictures while discussing behavioral norms and their importance during a class celebration. It's a superb method to ensure your students maintain appropriate behavior while commemorating their achievements! WHAT'S INCLUDED: Explanation of Social Story Full Book Print-out of Social Story Half-Page Print-out of Social Story Guideline for Discussion presentations ">Google Slides Version Age Group: This resource is most suitable for children aged 7-12. HOW TO UTILIZE SOCIAL STORIES- METHOD 1: Whole Class Instruction -Print a half-page book for each student -Display the book on an interactive board using the Google Slide Deck -Complete the book collectively, with students filling out their own copies -Discuss each page with the assistance of the Discussion Guide! METHOD 2: Whole Class Remedy -Direct students to a quiet corner for calming down -Encourage students to revisit their social story to reevaluate expectations -Allow students to regain composure before addressing them -An effective initial step in your progressive discipline strategy! METHOD 3: Small Group Approach -Ideal for teachers, school counselors, or therapists -Form a small group based on behavioral needs -Print a copy of the book for each student -Fill out the book as each student completes their own -Use the Discussion Guide for page-by-page conversation -Students can take the book back to the classroom or home for reviewing expectations as required! METHOD 4: Individual Student Approach (EXCEPTIONAL BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION) -A wonderful way to cater to individual student needs -Work through the book one-on-one with the student -Allow the student to keep the book in their desk for revisiting when required -PRO TIP: Opt for the bundle to be ready to address all individual student needs that emerge!
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Class Party, Setting Expectations For Class Party, Behavior Expectations, Setting Expectations, Beginning Of The Year, Back To School , Social Story, Social Emotional Learning
Stress Management Game played like Apples To Apples-Handouts
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this fun game, played similarly to the Apples To Apples game, students will read different stressful situations and choose a strategy they would use for that situation. There are 18 situation cards and 36 strategy cards. Each player draws 5 strategy cards (they do not show the other players which cards they have). The "judge" will draw a situation card and show the other players the card after reading the situation. For example, "You don't know the answers when taking a test." Then the other players will choose a strategy card they would use for that situation and place it face down to near the judge. The judge will read the different strategy cards and choose which one they would most likely choose. Important to convey to students: There is no "wrong" strategy, just a strategy that the judge would most likely use. Then for the next round, a different person is the judge and the game continues. the discarded strategy cards can get placed under the strategy pile. the person whose strategy was chosen, gets the situation card and also gets one point. This is a fun and engaging way to get students talking about different strategies they would use for stress management as well as different types of stressful situations they can manage if they need to. In this resource you will also be getting 2 mindful coloring handouts. This is a great way to finish the lesson after the game. I also like to begin this lesson by introducing a Brain Pop on stress. You can also choose a short video of your choice or a book about stress to prime the students' brains about what stress is, possible triggers of stress and how to cope with stress. Then the game can be played and can reinforce the topic.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Social Emotional Learning, Apples To Apples, Game, Stress Management, Calm, Sel, Social Skills, Anxiety, Special Education, Group Resource
Ask, Share, Swap! An SEL get to know you game and icebreaker.
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Games
Overview Ask, Share, Swap! An SEL Get to Know You Game and Icebreaker is a resourceful tool conceived primarily for educators in public schools or homeschooling contexts dealing with students from grade 5 to grade 8 . The product aims to enhance social-emotional learning (SEL) among students while also acting as a great icebreaker. About the Game In this game, each student receives one out of thirty cards that come with the product. These cards have unique questions that encourage conversation and understanding among the class members. The conversations sparked by these inquiries promote better communication skills vital for improved peer relationships. Versatile Utilization & Gameplay Rules The flexible design allows it to be used in different settings such as whole group activities within class sessions or smaller group exercises during breakout sessions. The set includes straightforward instructions making Ask, Share, Swap suitable even for first-time users. Social Emotional Learning Aspect This is tagged under special resources under Social Emotional Learning subcategory; its potential extends beyond just being an engaging activity but fosters positive emotional growth along multiple dimensions in kids entering adolescence. Ease of Accessibility The downloadable PDF file format ensures you can implement it right after purchase without any additional requirements. Engage your students today with Ask, Share Swap – fostering a healthy atmosphere while aiding individual progress!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL, Icebreaker, Social-emotional Learning, Communication Skills, Bonding, Jamboard Icebreaker
Teamwork | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Teamwork | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly Activity This vital teaching resource focuses on a critical skill - teamwork . Targeted at grades 3 to 6, it boosts social-emotional learning (SEL), social skills, and life skills through captivating daily activities and a coherent weekly lesson. Students kick off the day with a structured ten-minute session using their no-prep workbook. Teachers showcase the corresponding slides, instigating thought-inducing discussions about teamwork and allowing mental health check-ins. The connection between teachers and students gets nurtured right from the start of the day, intertwining essential SEL skills into regular routines. The unique feature of this product lies in its dual delivery style: bellringers' daily exercise along with an elaborate weekly activity . These are tied together under one umbrella theme - Teamwork . The weekly lesson enables an immersive exploration into relationship building for students under the aim ' I Can Practice Teamwork' . You can implement this handy aid across various setups; during whole group instruction or smaller group interaction - even as self-directed homework assignments! Included Materials: Detailed teacher slides (PDF & Google Slide Deck versions) arranged for each weekday, A printable student workbook including five daily tasks plus title slide options (color & b&w). A fun printable book/ activity designed to enhance teamwork amongst children -available in full-page & half-page formats. This resource does not promise miracles nor extraordinary outcomes; however, it offers a vibrant pathway for educators aiming to integrate SEL smoothly into everyday classrooms. It empowers students to tackle life's hurdles by building meaningful relationships and effective teamwork skills.
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Teamwork, Social-emotional Learning, SEL Skills, Daily Openers/bellringers, Weekly Activity
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 4
Special Resources, Life Studies, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 4 is a meticulously designed, no-preparation-needed tool for middle school students. This important resource helps learners in understanding various aspects of money management, such as calculating discounts and sales tax. Developed particularly for special education students, this worksheet dives into real-world situations adding greatly to its value. The activity incorporates a variety of clothing items creating an extensive range of price calculations involving: Pants Shirts Skirts Dresses shoes Accessories The questions are word problems with multiple correct answer options—an impressive 60 questions divided into six sets containing ten each for different clothing items providing comprehensive coverage that deepens student understanding. This worksheet is valuable in diverse scenarios from special education classes to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy or RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) sessions. It fortifies independent living skills vital for effectively navigating within and outside the academic environment. This product is versatile in applying practical IEP goals among middle school students developing independence. The application possibilities range from interactive group exercises to hands-on community instruction events. Easily understood instructions facilitate effortless learning combined with immediate reinforcement through concise answers at the end of each section—a feature facilitating closely monitored progress tracking initiatives. Made with age-appropriate graphic illustrations and real-life examples—Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 4 augments curriculum relevancy while introducing varied modalities promoting student engagement—making it an effective tool supporting Grade 7-9 learners especially those within autism life skill centers. There are two available versions (colored and black-and-white) of this 40-page PDF format resource: Smoothly integrates into existing teaching routines Provides much-needed instruction supporting objective-driven learning among students requiring specialized intervention. This resource works splendidly with other leveled activities like Grocery Shopping or Reading Menus Level 1-4 and supplements existing efforts towards developing practical money-math skills.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Money Management, Life Skills, Clothing, Discounts, Sales Tax
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 3
Special Resources, Life Studies, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Finance, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Clothes Shopping Money Math Level 3 is a 60-question special education worksheet that builds essential life skills for middle school students. This activity aids in teaching calculations for discounts, sales tax, and determining prices when shopping for various items of clothing. The questions are formatted as real-life word problems followed by multiple choice answers. There are 6 sets of 10 questions for calculating costs of pants, shirts, skirts, accessories, dresses, and shoes. This printable worksheet can be used one-on-one or in small groups to help students become more independent. It's an excellent resource for IEP goals related to money math and practical life skills. Interactive and hands-on, this worksheet is ready to use for grade 7-9 special education, autism life skills, or therapy sessions. With step-by-step instructions, age-appropriate graphics, and real-world examples, this is the perfect money math activity to engage middle school students.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math , Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Life Skills For Visual Learners, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills, Math Dresses
Managing Stress | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers & Weekly SEL Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Managing Stress | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers & Weekly SEL Activity This is an invaluable resource designed to nurture a positive social-emotional environment in your classroom. It focuses on the theme of self-management, providing essential strategies for managing stress. Daily Use: Start each day with an engaging 10-minute activity from the no-prep student workbook. A set of teacher slides accompanying these activities are meant to be displayed on the classroom board guiding instructors through them and mental health check-ins. This routine helps create a comfortable atmosphere where students can share and discuss their feelings—an integral part of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). A Glance at The Weekly Resources: Comprehensive lesson descriptions Mental health check-in prompts Five distinct teacher slide sets for each school day A detailed student handbook with daily tasks. The Core Objective: The key objective being 'I can use stress management strategies', using this resource will reinforce this learning objective regularly in line with CASEL's recognized competencies. In-Depth Weekly Lesson: In addition to daily activities, this resource includes an in-depth Social Emotional Learning lesson that reinforces key concepts discussed daily and maintains focus on stress management throughout the week. 'Taking Care of my Stress'- A Remarkable Social Story : An interactive tool included here instills practical stress-handling mechanisms among students. Note: This product works fabulously as both whole-group or small group activities as well as independent work during class hours or homework assignments—contributing towards maintaining open dialogue about mental wellbeing beyond classroom discussions. Versatile Use: Geared primarily towards grades 3 through 6, it can be used across various educational settings enriching not only basic subjects but crucial life skills too. Digital Downloadable PDF: This is a digital downloadable PDF enhancing versatility in use. Color and black-and-white versions included for your convenience. It makes integration into your curriculum effortless and minimizes preparation time—a testament to simplified teaching! Transform classroom morale, social skills, emotional health, and overall academic performance with Managing Stress | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers & Weekly SEL Activity .
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Stress Management, Social-emotional Learning, Classroom Environment, Mental Health, Self-management
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
Back-to-School Night Interactive Book/Printable- Students/Parents
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Back-to-School Night Interactive Book/Printable for Students and Parents Back-to-School Night Interactive Book/Printable for Students and Parents is an exciting teaching resource. It cultivates a sense of accomplishment in students aged 7-12 by allowing them to become protagonists of their own stories. They prepare for Back to School Night by answering questions, coloring, drawing pictures, and sharing what they are proud of with their parents at home. This tool has popular appeal among both parents and students due to its interactive nature. Parents love engaging with it by writing notes on children's books, while children delight in taking the book home to share their achievements. The unique aspect of this learning aid is its adaptability – making it suitable for various learning situations. A whole-class activity : Teachers can lead the lesson using ActiveBoard or any other smart board technology as each student individually fills out a half-page book. The use of Google Slides adds another level in engagement through easy projection on larger screens. Individual attention or remediation: Effective method where students re-read their social story review expectations whenever required. Small group activities led by teachers or school counselors: An insightful way to discuss behavior expectations which may transition into personal discussions according to need. The resource's versatility includes additional features such as easy Easel Activity integration: half-page print-outs along with full page versions cater requirements without compromising educational impact. Its efficacy across varied age groups validates its applicability from grade 3-6 classes making it an all-round reliable addition aiming towards holistic developmental progress. In a nutshell, Back-to-School Night Interactive Book/Printable empowers educators during the back-to-school season by cultivating a positive learning environment. This stands as testimony to the transformative power of well-designed teaching tools in shaping young learners.
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Interactive Book, Back-to-school, Student-parent Engagement, Social-emotional Learning, Educational Resource
SEL Stress Management Game-SEL Coloring Pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
In this resource, you will get an engaging game like Apples To Apples. There are 36 strategy cards and 18 situation cards. This is an SEL game. Each person takes a turn with being the judge like Apples to Apples. It is important to make enough sets for the number of groups who will be playing. for example, I recommend at least 3-5 people playing together for each group. So if there are 20 students, then create at least 5 different sets of the cards, Then follow the directions for the game below: First, everyone gets 5 strategy cards. There is no revealing the cards to other players. Then one person is chosen to be the " judge " for the first round. I usually pick the oldest person to make it fair. The judge reveals the card to all and even can read the card out loud. The the other players choose one of their strategy cards to handle that particular situation. Then the judge decides which one they would use. Important; there is not right or wrong here, just what one person would do in that situation. Next the next player goes (usually counter clockwise) to who will be the judge. The person will reveal the situation and the other players will play their strategy card. Play as long as time allows. Next, you can print off the mindfulness coloring sheets for students to color and reinforce the idea or coloring mindfully when they are upset, frustrate, need some time alone, etc. There is a way to change the word and position of the word in the mindfulness coloring sheet. These are SEL coloring pages. For more SEL resources and products, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who works with kindergarten through 8th graders. My products are "kid tested, kid approved"!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education
Helping Others | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly SEL Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Helping Others | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly SEL Activity Helping Others | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly SEL Activity is a resource designed to explore Social Emotional Learning (SEL) , especially the elements related to enhancing relationship skills. This comprehensive teaching aid, suitable for grades 3 through 6, includes numerous tools including daily openers/bellringers and weekly activities, structured in an immersive manner to foster social as well as life skills. Daily Lessons To initiate the day, teachers can use our curated teacher slides which are designed for leading engaging class discussions and facilitating mental health check-ins. The package offers content spread over five days a week focusing on themes such as teamwork enhancement, conflict resolution strategies among others that aim at setting the stage for constructive classroom interaction. Weekly Activities An extended session of about an hour every week is recommended wherein the daily topics are explored further through inclusive SEL lessons tailored for both whole-group instruction or smaller group interactions. The Resource Kit Includes: Teaching Slides: A range of teacher slides exploring different themes relation to 'Helping Others' such as building empathetic communities based on mutual collaboration. A Student Handbook: A concise review tool containing copies of slides over five days with facilities for easy referencing according to topics. 'Social Story – Helping Helps!': An interactive activity booklet depicting various ways one can help others thereby emphasizing its importance in sustaining strong community ties. Note: The resources are available in both PDF documents and Google Slide Deck formats for ease of accessibility irrespective of your preferred medium. In essence, the Helping Others | SEL Daily Openers/Bellringers and Weekly SEL Activity offering is a distinctive fusion of daily teaching rituals with enriching social emotional aspects ensuring students realize the value in relationship-building while upholding their academic endeavors. It's like having an all-in-one solution to adequate SEL instruction!
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Social Emotional Learning, Relationship Skills, Helping Others, SEL Activities, Classroom Community
Free Digital Gratitude Activity for Elementary Students
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Free Digital Gratitude Activity for Elementary Students Engaging students meaningfully, especially on abstract concepts like gratitude, can present a challenge for teachers. The Free Digital Gratitude Activity is specifically designed to overcome this hurdle by fostering gratitude appreciation among elementary students through an interactive and fun exercise. Cleverly crafted to promote creative thinking, this digital activity encourages students to identify something they appreciate corresponding to each letter of the alphabet. Unlike typical activities where answers can be simplistic or repetitive, this method forces them to think innovatively and diversely about things around them which they are grateful for. The procedure is quite simple; after brainstorming their thankful item for every alphabet letter, they find a picture representing it and paste it on their slide. As an integral part of the learning process, they will then explain why each item was chosen in class discussions or presentations. For instance, 'X' could trigger expressions of appreciation for extra video game time . Versatile in application - From individual assignments at home to small groups in classrooms or even as an engaging whole group activity – the flexibility maximizes its utility across various teaching methods and settings. Efficacy beyond physical classrooms - Tteachers conducting online sessions have found it equally effective. Suitability - Ideally suited for Grades 3-6 under Special Resources aligning with subjects focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Life Skills development among children within these age groups. Minimalist tool requirement - A Google slides-based exercise that doesn’t overwhelm learners with technical complexity while retaining efficacy across platforms or classroom environments. Whether you’re planning Thanksgiving Week activities that reinforce positive values or simply need a unique way for motivating less enthusiastic learners during morning meetings – this free digital gratitude activity serves multiple needs seamlessly while maintaining a consistent focus on the key learning objective: instilling genuine gratitude . Packed into a convenient PDF format ensuring easy download processes across all devices - teachers finally have access to an invaluable resource combining a highly engaging educational activity promoting gratitude appreciation at zero cost.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Gratitude Activity, Elementary Students, Digital Learning, Social Emotional Learning, Interactive Exercise, Lessons On Gratitude For Elementary
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4 helps middle school students practice essential money management abilities. This interactive 192-question worksheet uses six sample breakfast and lunch menus to teach calculating meal costs with sales tax, tips, discounts, and multiple menu items. Students determine total costs for meals with two, three, and four menu items. The step-by-step questions reinforce computational skills and real-world application. Use this printable resource for special education, life skills instruction, speech therapy, ABA, or to set IEP goals. It engages students using relevant examples to build money math abilities for greater independence. Color and black-and-white versions are included. Related products help students practice money skills for grocery and clothes shopping.
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, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills
End of the School Year/Moving Grades - Interactive Book/Printable
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
The End of the School Year/Moving Grades - Interactive Book/Printable This is an engaging and informative teaching resource that is primarily designed for children aged 7-12. It serves as a social story tool that readies kids for the transition from current to next grade levels, addressing common anxieties related to changes in their academic environment. As an interactive book , it places students at the center of the narrative. They can talk about their favorite aspects of their current grade and learn how to cope with nervous feelings tied to moving up in school. Adaptable Uses: Whole Class - Teaching: The teacher can print individual books per student using Google Slides on ActiveBoard during class discussion. Whole Class - Remediation: For agitated or distressed students, they are guided towards reading their social story book in a quiet area thereby calming them down before they engage back into learning activities. Small Group: Students displaying specific behavioral issues could form small groups discussing each page using a provided Discussion Guide. Format: / h4 p This package includes PDFs highly suitable Google Slides Easel Activity png ensuring both teaching display ease preparation kept minimalistic . Plus , do forget acquiring entire bundle assisted array remedies providing prolific solutions enlightening academic journey hence making classroom management seamless unpredictable . -/p
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Interactive Book, Social Story, End Of School Year, Transitioning Grades, Anxiety Relief, Teacher Grade Book Printable
Blurting in Class- Interactive Book/Printable Behavior Support SEL
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Blurting in Class - Interactive Book/Printable Behavior Support SEL This resource is perfect for children aged 7-12 and is focused on addressing one of the most common classroom behavior issues - blurting out or shouting in class. It uses unique storytelling methods to engage with students. Adaptability: The resource can be used for whole class instruction as well as individual remediation for those learners who need more attention. Active learning is promoted by incorporating different activities such as answering questions, colouring images, drawing pictures and discussions. Inclusions: A full-sized printable book Half-page books that are space-efficient A Google Slides edition that can be projected on an ActiveBoard An inclusive discussion guide for facilitating classroom conversations Potential Applications: Whole-class Approach: The book can be projected onto the ActiveBoard while using the discussion guide to lead insightful conversations with students. In Small Groups via Counselling Circles or Tables: This approach can allow each student to participate actively in meaningful conversations about managing their behaviors effectively. In One-on-One Sessions: Vital information can be conveyed at a pace comfortable for individual students, providing much-needed personalized support. This promotes effective behavior intervention through tailored strategies. Beyond direct implementations, this vibrant storybook tool serves as an excellent take-home reinforcement aid; promoting revisits and better absorption of behavioral norms beyond school times. Other available topics include coping with emotions like sadness and anger, making friends at school, internet safety, etc., thus diversifying teachings towards a comprehensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program. This Interactive Book/Printable Behavior Support SEL is a must-have for any educator. Discuss thoroughly with your students, for real change stems from understanding encouraged through conversations.
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags Behavior Management, Impulse Control, Social Emotional Learning, Classroom Support, Interactive Activities
SEL Daily Openers/Bellringer and Activity | Helping Others
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
SEL Daily Openers/Bellringer and Activity | Helping Others SEL Daily Openers/Bellringer and Activity | Helping Others is an innovative educational resource designed to seamlessly incorporate social emotional learning (SEL) into the daily rhythm of your class. It employs daily SEL Openers and a weekly activity , accommodating students from grade 3 to grade 6. Its framework allows students to engage with critical SEL topics without creating additional preparation work for teachers. Main Objective: The primary objective of this resource is centered on fostering an understanding among students on extending support and help when needed, nurturing a spirit of community. Included Resources: A teacher-friendly Google Slides display A student handbook designed for facilitating discussions during bellringing time (CASEL aligned) A comprehensive, ready-to-use SEL lesson that aligns with weekly topics and objectives Creative Elements Included: Mental health check-ins A week's worth of visually stimulating instructions in the Google Slide Deck (available also in PDF version) Six-page student handbook available for print in color or Black & White versions The package also includes a social story called "Helping Helps!" . This interactive book/printable experience aims at showing students tangible ways they can assist others while underscoring why such help contributes enormously towards building a strong community fabric. Addition Objectives Included: Promoting teamwork practice Nurturing conflict resolutions skills enhancement—building healthy relationships through proper communication, Instilling leadership within groups and resistance to negative social pressures. All these are available in PDF form under the “Activities” section of Special Resources. This teaching resource promises an enriched learning experience for both students and educators.
Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach
Tags SEL, Social Emotional Learning, Community Spirit, Relationship Skills, Help, Sel Opener