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Support your students' emotional and social development with activities focused on social emotional learning (SEL). This collection includes mindfulness exercises, collaborative projects, and discussions that promote self-awareness, empathy, and relationship skills. By incorporating these SEL activities into your teaching, you can create a positive classroom environment that nurtures the whole child.

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SEL: HEARTS Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity Valentine's Day

SEL: HEARTS Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity Valentine's Day
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Not Grade Specific, Activities

SEL: HEARTS Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity Students take a mindful moment to breathe and trace different objects with their fingertips. This activity teaches students how to calm down emotionally while focusing on their breathing. Help your students relax by teaching them the Trace and Breathe technique, which is a part of social emotional learning (SEL). This technique helps students feel calmer by focusing on their breath and making small movements. When they feel upset or overly excited, they can use this technique to calm themselves down. Lots of cute and colorful designs to choose from! Black and White also provided! This SEL: HEARTS Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity comes with: A Description of the Trace and Breathe skill A Poster with Trace and Breathe A Colored Copy of the resource A Copy that is Black and White Ideas for Teachers to use this resource: With individual students Print out pictures based on student interest! To teach the Trace and Breathe Technique To help students to calm down as needed Ideas for Whole Class SEL: Use the technique after recess, after and assembly, etc... Address the needs of Individual Student: Allow student to use when they need a moment to calm down Create a calm down station in the classroom, have several of these printed and laminated for students to choose from and use as needed Steps to engage in this SEL: HEARTS Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity: Take a deep breathe in Begin to trace the picture with your finger Breathe out as you trace Breathe out as long as you can Pause and repeat Other Designs Available here! Animal Bundle- Cat Dog Elephant Monkey Sloth Snake Food Bundle- Pizza Watermelon Popsicle Grapes French Fries Hotdog Transportation Bundle- Airplane Car Bicycle Motorcycle Scooter Train Spring Bundle- Bunny Carrot Chick Flowers Lamb Watering Can Fall Bundle - Bat Candy Corn Ghost Leaf Pumpkin Turkey Winter Bundle - Pine Tree Snow Globe Fireplace Sled Hot Coco Snowman Valentine's Day Bundle: Stegosaurus Balloon Valentine Cupcake Candy Hearts Cupid Need some inspiration on how to use the Trace and Breathe activity in your classroom? READ BELOW! Do your students come in from recess/specials/an assembly/any activity out of the norm all sorts of hyped out and out of control? This is the PERFECT activity to get them to calm-down and transition productively! With TONS of different designs to choose from- each student can pick out a picture that speaks to them! You can laminate each student's page or place them in a protective sheet so that they can stay nicely in their desks. Display the directions on the board or have them printed-out on large poster paper. Teaching the "Trace and Breathe" skill is essential to providing your students a structured way to practice mindfulness, control their heart rate and breathing, and transition from a high to a low-energy activity. The Trace and Breathe series can also be used as an essential piece to a calming corner in your classroom! Create a comfortable, calm space where your students can go when they need to cool down. Teach expectations around when it is appropriate for students to use this corner in the beginning of the year. Then, create a binder with lots of different designs the students can choose from. Place the directions to the Trace and Breathe activity on the wall near the calming corner. Then, as needed, students can visit the calming corner, pull-out the Trace and Breathe binder, pick a design that speaks to them, and engage in a moment of meaningful mindfulness!

Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach

Tags Mindfulness , Breathing, Breathing Activity , Calm Down, Calm Dowm Activity , Calm Down Skill, Sel Lesson, Sel Skill , Valentinesday, Valentine

SEL Boom Cards -Learning to Paws-About Self-Control With Audio

SEL Boom Cards -Learning to Paws-About Self-Control With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

SEL Boom Cards - Learning to Paws About Self-Control With Audio This is an educational resource designed for educators and homeschoolers. Comprising a deck of 25 interactive cards, this tool uses an engaging dog-and-cat analogy to teach students about the vital skill of self-control. It's fitting mostly for preschool through grade 3. The goal is to impart on students the significance of pausing to think before acting impulsively, thereby actively contributing to their social-emotional learning journey. A Playful yet Purposeful Approach The resource promotes self-regulation skills and better self-management. An unique aspect of these cards is the audio feature on each one, thus eliminating reliance on reading abilities. It's made with versatility in mind and can be used flexibly within various teaching environments: Whole class sessions Small group interactions Individual assignments or co-operative work with peers. Suggestions for Enhancing Learning Process Educators could pair this deck with compatible literature such as: 'The Impulsive Sarah May-Learning How To Use Self-Control' by Jennifer Gaither and Claudio Cerri 'What Should Danny Do?' by Adir Levy and Ganit Levy among numerous other relevant reads. Note: Internet Connectivity Required! Using these boom cards requires internet connectivity but promises optimal compatibility intending it supports modern browsers like Chrome, Safari Firefox & Edge along with apps available via Androids iPads iPhones & Kindle Fires ensuring accessibility regardless of device preference. Premium Feature:The option for student progress tracking is accessible through premium account subscription if desired delivering insightful utility for users looking for efficient performance assessment capabilities. Not Just Limited to School Settings This resource transcends the traditional school environment and cater specifically towards Special Education Needs (SEN), enhancing social skills in line with effective pedagogical approaches & methods catering to fully engage diverse learners effectively both in classroom environment or home-based learning.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Self-control, Social-emotional Learning, Interactive Cards, Audio Feature, Educational Resource

Safety Life Skills: Jasmine Learn About Tracking Allergies

Safety Life Skills: Jasmine Learn About Tracking Allergies
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Within the instructional narrative, "Jasmine Learn About Tracking Allergies," Jackson imparts valuable lessons to Jasmine regarding allergy monitoring and comprehension. This Safety Life Skills tool offers students the opportunity to: • Compose a comprehensive allergy list featuring vital details like allergy name, symptoms, severity, occurrence date, prescribed medications, triggers, and preventive measures. • Delve into a narrative written in uncomplicated, lucid language, covering prevalent allergens, allergy indications, and environmental instigators. • Utilize this life skills narrative as a catalyst for dialogue concerning medical particulars. • Participate in interactive dialogues and inquiries, enhancing learners' grasp of the storyline and its underlying concepts. • Benefit from real-life scenarios and age-appropriate visual aids such as illustrations and diagrams , enriching this conversational tale and rendering it a valuable resource for teaching social narratives. • Access a social narrative characterized by its straightforward and unambiguous language, catering to the needs of high school students and adults grappling with intellectual disabilities. The story includes seven (7) reading comprehension questions and answers to reinforce and measure the student's understanding of the Safety Life Skills contained in the story! This life skills story will assist high school students and young adults in developing the necessary independent living skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. This story is designed to be used by special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA therapists, registered behavior technicians (RBT), parents, supported living coaches, and life skills teachers to teach their students valuable life skills. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning, defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Medication List How to Create a Supplement List Understanding and Tracking Allergies How to Read a Prescription Label How to Create a Strong Password What to do When the Doorbell Rings Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Safety Life Skills Story! It's printable , easy to use, and ready to hand out! A PDF file with six(6) pages.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Adulting On The Spectrum, Independent Living Skills, Summer Life Skills Activities, Functional Self-Care Resources, Autism Reading Comprehension, Autism Safety Resources, Interactive Safety Lessons, Autism Visual Aid Life Skills, Autism Life Skills Stories, Autism Social Narratives, Jasmine Allergy Symptoms, Jasmine Allergy

Following Directions SEL Boom Cards -With Audio

Following Directions SEL Boom Cards -With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

Following Directions SEL Boom Cards - With Audio This strategic teaching resource is specifically designed to enhance the crucial skill of following directions among students in preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1 and 2. Covering three fundamental steps for successfully following directions - look, listen, and do. It offers students appropriate support to progressively master these skills in a user-friendly learning environment. Title: Interactive Learning Each of the 22 cards included in this deck comes with an audio feature that provides oral instructions. No reading part from the child side substantiates that it amplifies their focused listening skills over time. Title: Embracing Diversity The uniqueness of Following Directions SEL Boom Cards rest not just within its capability to practice instructions; it genuinely embraces diversity. The deck is creatively adorned with diverse images throughout which are mindfully chosen to mirror our multifarious society. Title: Flexible Design Ideally designed for both independent engagement as well as classroom group activities whether utilized within physical classrooms or online teaching platforms. All browsers compatibility including Chrome, Safari Firefox and Edge. 'Fast Pins' technique for child's safety on online platforms. An indispensable teaching asset not only for public school teachers but also homeschooling parents or caregivers involved in early Child education. To further polish student autonomy by allowing them self-grading access round the clock without necessarily needing teacher's involvement – eliminating any potential hurdles calls for obtaining premium account status from service provider Boom Learning. Note: An internet connection is required along with a free Boom Learning account intended solely for adult use from where you can assign all purchased cards ensuring complete student privacy.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Following Directions, SEL, Audio Instructions, Diversity, Interactive Learning

End of The Year Amusement Park Board Game

End of The Year Amusement Park Board Game
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 2, 3, 4, Games, Activities

End of the Year Amusement Park Board Game As seasons change and school years come to an end, it's natural for students to be eager for something fun and engaging. The End of the Year Amusement Park Board Game offers an enjoyable respite from traditional lessons while still promoting important educational values. This resource is a creatively designed board game themed around an amusement park, offering an enthralling mix of education and entertainment. This innovative teaching tool consists of 18 reflection-inducing questions aimed at getting each student engaged in thoughtful interaction. Perfect for end-of-the-year social-emotional learning (SEL) classes or as a unique tool for school counselors, this game enables students to delve deep into their feelings and recall memorable moments from their academic year. A sample list of thought-provoking questions: Identifying personal calming strategies used during the year, Recalling favored moments from the school term, Anticipating upcoming summer activities; thus turning this amusing game into both a reflective exercise on past experiences as well as planning ahead. Suitable Age Group & Implementation Focused towards learners in 2nd grade through 4th grade, educators can exploit this resource in manifold ways: In whole class sessions: Ideal to stimulate camaraderie among students. In smaller groups: Allows focused attention on those who could be overlooked in larger setups. Homeschooling setting:Redefines homework assignments by keeping young minds engaged outside classroom premises too! Digital Compatibility & Areas Of Usage This game 's design is rooted in promoting social-emotional learning (SEL), thereby fostering social skills and accommodating special education needs (SEN). Despite its 'end-of-year' reference, the game offers benefits well beyond specific timelines. The product comes formatted as a PDF, making it flexible across device types - from smartboards to printed handouts. In conclusion, the End-of-the-Year Amusement Park Board Game , with its beachy vibes yet educational core, is indisputably an essential addendum for every modern educator striving to weave fun into their teaching.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Amusement Park, Board Game, Reflection, Social-emotional Learning (SEL), Interactive

What Should Jayden Do? An SEL Boom Card Deck-Choose Their Fate! With Audio

What Should Jayden Do? An SEL Boom Card Deck-Choose Their Fate! With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

What Should Jayden Do? An SEL Boom Card Deck-Choose Their Fate! With Audio This unique teaching resource aims to foster a more interactive approach to learning essential social and emotional competencies. The deck features 65 cards, each guiding the choices of a character named Jayden; students decide his fate interactively! Each card comes with an audio recording, eliminating reading dependency and making it accessible for learners of all literary abilities. The focus lies on nurturing vital life skills such as teamwork, sportsmanship, resilience, and friendship. The resource can be utilized in various ways - stimulating full-class discussions, encouraging individual input during group activities , or providing engaging homework assignments. An intriguing aspect is the multiple pathways design. Initially, students are asked to make the best decisions for Jayden. Still, they are then asked to revisit these choices exploring other outcomes thus teaching values about consequences springing from our actions. Tech-Savvy & Inclusive Resource Design: This dynamic resource requires internet connectivity. It can be accessed using modern web browsers like Chrome Safari Firefox & Edge or via designated apps compatible with different devices including Androids iPads iPhones & Kindle Fires! This landscape broadens its usability range covering Grades Kindergarten up till Grade 3 students. Data-Informed Teaching: Besides being student-centric this tool empowers teachers as well with features like Fast Pins giving instant student feedbacks or premium accounts options that yield detailed reporting on student progression paving way for data-informed instructional planning! Making SEL Simple Yet Effective: "What Should Jayden Do?" revolutionizes day-to-day SEL teaching by instilling an environment where informed choices, learning from mistakes, and self-improvement becomes a seamless part of every child's educational journey.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags SEL, Interactive Learning, Decision Making, Audio Support, Multiple Pathways

SEL Empathy Activities – 12-Page Unit

SEL Empathy Activities – 12-Page Unit
Special Resources, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Activities

The Social Emotional Learning Unit: Empathy Activities is a 12-page resource full of ideas, lessons and printables to teach students about empathy. You will receive a handout that includes teaching points, read-alouds, videos and extra activities. There is a letter to caregivers to support empathy at home. After learning about empathy, students will get to write about what they've learned and practice their reading skills with the emergent reader.

Author Kindergarten Cafe

Tags Empathy, Social, Emotional, Learning, Activities, Activities About Empathy, Activities To Practice Empathy, Empathy Activities, Teaching Empathy Activities, Empathy Activities For Elementary Students, Elementary, Kindergarten, Teaching, Social Emotional Learning, Perspective Taking

Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer

Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Songs, Activities

Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer: A Powerful Teaching Resource for Impulse Control and Bully Prevention The Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer is a unique teaching resource designed for educators catering to Kindergarten up to Grade 5. It brings forth a unique approach towards training impulse control and prevention of bullying, in form of an engaging song that prompts students from PreK-3rd grade to deliberate their actions. A Resource Adaptable to Various Learning Environments This resource, available as an easily accessible video, can be integrated into holistic classroom sessions, used as material for small group discussions or even assigned as homework assignments. Its flexible usage makes it a valuable tool in various learning environments: Holistic Classroom Sessions: Encourages collective cognizance about decisive behavior. Small Group Activity: Shared listening becomes a platform for discussion on the importance of thinking before acting. Homework Assignments: Serves both as an educational journey for students and an entertaining bridge between school learning and home conversations. A Streamlined Approach Towards Social Emotional Learning This tool is categorized under Special Resources within the Social Emotional Learning stream, allowing interdepartmental application across various academic areas. This facilitates seamless integration of its powerful message through different subjects while retaining its relevance. Inherently Honoring Every Child's Capacity The Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer inherently honors every child's capacity to make good choices when given adequate time and prompting. By emphasizing on bullying prevention, it guides learners towards becoming more considerate with their words and actions— values critical outside classrooms thus nurturing responsible future adults. Illuminating the Virtue of Impulse Control In today's world, impulse control stands as a necessary virtue. This tool encourages young minds to prioritize patient deliberation over quick reactions, bringing forth potential positive individual growth and harmonious interpersonal relations amongst peers. The Eight Seconds To Think Song - Timer serves as a pedagogical tool imbued with soft skills development packed inside an interactive musical experience undeniably capturing student interest effortlessly—the quintessential foundation for lucrative learning.

Author Ethics4Schools

Tags Bullying Prevention, Impulse Control, Social Emotional Learning, Responsible Behavior, Decision-making

Character Trait Activity for Caring

Character Trait Activity for Caring
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Activities

Character Trait Activity for Caring: An Educational Resource Character Trait Activity for Caring is an exceptional educational tool designed to instil the key trait of caring in students. It combines sound methodology and thoughtful design to deliver lessons effectively. The Importance of Character Traits: In today's fast-paced world, it is crucial to teach more than academics, promoting values that nurture empathetic individuals. Teaching character traits throughout an academic year can produce impactful results. "Character Trait Activity for Caring" puts this theory into action by teaching students about 'caring'. The Methodology: The activity starts with a clear definition of 'caring', followed by brainstorming sessions where learners identify instances showcasing their caring efforts at school, home or community level. An adaptable resource - useful for whole group discussions, small groups interaction or individual homework assignments - catering seamlessly to different teaching styles without compromise on effectiveness. Editions: Beyond just acknowledging Personal Development! Potential avenues are offered within the resource so that educators can dig deeper during class discussions. This not only leads pupils towards recognizing their own good deeds but also understanding the demonstrations and manifestations made by others within varying environments which encourages mutual respect & empathy fostering inclusive learning communities. An In-Depth Look into What This Resource Offers: A systematic guide comprehending: A brainstorming page dedicated to identifying actions reflecting ‘caring’ behaviors among learners in different settings whether that be school premises , homes or their communities A set of two follow-up pages with sentences revolving around the idea of ‘caring’ ready for use post downloading them in PDF format. This fantastic resource also comes with another pair of versatile pages without any specific words, so educators can extend their lessons beyond 'caring'. The familiar format enables learners to adapt quickly, widening the scope of learning yet maintaining an engaging atmosphere! A truly valuable addition to your teaching toolkit - instilling enduring life skills and nurturing caring behaviors- it’s not merely a teaching resource but a insightful pathway that moulds humble, kind & considerate individuals!

Author Life with 5 Boys

Tags Character Traits, Caring, Empathy, Values, Reflective Thinking

High School Life Skills Worksheet - Auto Repair Service Agreement

High School Life Skills Worksheet - Auto Repair Service Agreement
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

High school students are taught how an Auto Repair Service Agreement can protect them from unexpected costs and unnecessary repairs. This life skills resource introduces the concept of an auto repair service agreement, which acts as a promise between customers and repair shops. The agreement is designed to make everything clear, stating what repairs will be done, their costs, and completion timelines, without any surprises or hidden fees. It explains how the agreement can save money by preventing unnecessary repairs and ensuring that only agreed-upon services are performed. The resource details the essential sections of a basic auto repair service agreement, such as Customer Information, Vehicle Information, Auto Repair Services, Payment Terms, Parts and Warranty, Additional Repairs Authorization, and Authorization and Consent. The resource concludes with a reminder for customers to read the repair agreement carefully, ask questions for better understanding, and appreciate the importance of having an agreement for a safe and satisfying repair experience. There are a total of 45 reading comprehension questions in this Functional Life Skills resource! This activity will assist high school students in developing the necessary life skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. A great place to use this handout is in special education classes or one-to-one settings, such as ABA therapy, speech therapy, job coaches, occupational therapy, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) sessions. High school students working on independent living would benefit significantly from this activity for defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning. Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Activity! This activity contains step-by-step instructions, questions, and answers that reinforce learning, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and ideas for implementation. This is the perfect special education activity for grade 10, grade 11, grade 12, and autism life skill centers . This special education life skills handout was designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties developing independent living skills. It's a printable, easy-to-use activity ready to hand out! Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Read a Basic Pay Stub How to Fill Out a Job Application How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Strong Password A PDF with 20 unique pages. Color and black-and-white versions of each page are available for this pdf resource.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Employment Related, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Autism Resource For Parent , Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Adults, Life Skills For Teens

Expected and Unexpected Behaviors Cut-And-Paste Worksheets

Expected and Unexpected Behaviors Cut-And-Paste Worksheets
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Expected and Unexpected Behaviors Cut-and-Paste Worksheets Introducing a practical teaching tool, developed for educators with a focus on social-emotional learning. The Expected and Unexpected Behaviors Cut-and-Paste worksheets will become an essential part of your resource arsenal. The Functionality: Focusing on expected and unexpected behaviors in the classroom environment. Promoting beneficial discussions where students deliberate upon various scenarios that could lead to unexpected behaviors. Stimulating students to reflect upon their own behavior patterns. The most advantageous feature of these worksheets is their simplicity and functionality. No additional prep work - just print and use! Incorporation in Lessons: This resource can be incorporated at the beginning of the school term or during lessons about respect. Given its versatility, it can extend beyond these specific situations as well! Potential Integration Scenarios: Individual counseling sessions Small group counseling sessions Morning meetings An extension activity post emotional regulation lessons This product proves extremely helpful when dealing with students from grade 1 through grade 3 who often have large feelings leading to unwise decisions despite their age . Versatility in Academic Circumstances: Crafted keeping varied academic needs in mind, this PDF is versatile across multiple domains within Special Resources like Social Emotional Learning and Life Skills seamlessly. Especially useful for public school teachers or homeschoolers due to its universal applicability!

Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher

Tags Social-emotional Learning, Expected Behaviors, Unexpected Behaviors, Coping Skills, Interactive Activities

Squirrel Emotions

Squirrel Emotions
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities

Students can learn about basic feelings and emotions with these squirrel feelings and emotions cards and playdough activity. This fall activity will make a great autumn theme for students who are learning about emotions and feelings that are common to them. What is Included: There are 12 different crab feelings and emotions cards for students to look at and view. There is also a playdough mat for students to build faces on to express those same feelings and emotions. How to Use: The students will choose which of the squirrel mats they would like to use to build their faces on. They will then choose a squirrel emotions card and attempt to recreate the feeling on their mat using playdough. When to Use: Fine Motor Center - This feelings and emotions activity can be used in a fine motor center by simply placing the cards, mats and playdough in the center . Students can work independently or with a partner to complete these cards. Morning Activity - These mats and cards can be placed inside a morning tub or basket for students to work on as classmates arrive to class. Quiet Activity - These mats and cards make a great quiet time activity for students who do not nap. Small Group Activity - Teachers can pull aside small groups of students to practice identifying different feelings and emotions. Skills Assessed: These mats allow students to explore different feelings and emotions with a fun fall theme. The added use of playdough adds a fine motor activity for students to build those hand muscles. The squirrel feelings and emotions cards are low prep. They just need to be printed and cut apart, lamination is optional for durability. The playdough mats are no prep. They should be laminated or placed in a page protector so the playdough does not stick to them.

Author The Connett Connection

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Tags Feelings And Emotions, Emotions, Feelings, Playdough Mats, Social Emotional Learning

Functional Life Skills: Omar Prepares to Visit His New Doctor

Functional Life Skills: Omar Prepares to Visit His New Doctor
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

In Omar Prepares to Visit His New Doctor, Olivia helps Omar prepare to visit a new primary care doctor. • An excellent conversation starter for discussing medical information is this life skills story. • Use simple and clear language to cover the importance of medical history, including surgeries, hospitalizations, allergies, and family medical history. • The story examines the social history, including smoking, drinking, and drug use. • They discuss changes in health and family medical history since your last visit with the doctor. • The interactive dialog and questions engage learners and reinforce their understanding of the story and the concepts. • The real-world examples, and age-appropriate visual aids, such as illustrations and diagrams , make this conversational story an excellent resource for teaching social narratives. • This social narrative's simple and direct language sets clear expectations, making it ideal for high school students and adults with intellectual disabilities. The story includes seven (7) reading comprehension questions and answers to reinforce and measure the student's understanding of the Functional Life Skills contained in the story! This life skills story will assist high school students and young adults in developing the necessary independent living skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. This story is designed to be used by special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA therapists, registered behavior technicians (RBT), parents, supported living coaches, and life skills teachers to teach their students valuable life skills. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning, defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Medication List How to Create a Supplement List Understanding and Tracking Allergies How to Read a Prescription Label How to Create a Strong Password What to do When the Doorbell Rings Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Story! It's printable , easy to use, and ready to hand out! A PDF file with seven (7) pages.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Adulting On The Spectrum, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Autism Reading Comprehension, Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Autism Safety Resources, Autism Visual Aid Life Skills, Autism Social Narratives

Big Emotions/Anger | Interactive Book/Printable | Behavior Support

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

SEL: SLED Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity | Winter/Holiday

SEL: SLED Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity | Winter/Holiday
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Not Grade Specific, Activities

SEL: SLED Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity Students take a mindful moment to breathe and trace different objects with their fingertips. This activity teaches students how to calm down emotionally while focusing on their breathing. Help your students relax by teaching them the Trace and Breathe technique, which is a part of social emotional learning (SEL). This technique helps students feel calmer by focusing on their breath and making small movements. When they feel upset or overly excited, they can use this technique to calm themselves down. Lots of cute and colorful designs to choose from! Black and White also provided! This SEL: SLED Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity comes with: A Description of the Trace and Breathe skill A Poster with Trace and Breathe A Colored Copy of the resource A Copy that is Black and White Ideas for Teachers to use this resource: With individual students Print out pictures based on student interest! To teach the Trace and Breathe Technique To help students to calm down as needed Ideas for Whole Class SEL: Use the technique after recess, after and assembly, etc... Address the needs of Individual Student: Allow student to use when they need a moment to calm down Create a calm down station in the classroom, have several of these printed and laminated for students to choose from and use as needed Steps to engage in this SEL: SLED Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity: Take a deep breathe in Begin to trace the picture with your finger Breathe out as you trace Breathe out as long as you can Pause and repeat Other Designs Available here! Animal Bundle- Cat Dog Elephant Monkey Sloth Snake Food Bundle- Pizza Watermelon Popsicle Grapes French Fries Hotdog Transportation Bundle- Airplane Car Bicycle Motorcycle Scooter Train Spring Bundle- Bunny Carrot Chick Flowers Lamb Watering Can Fall Bundle - Bat Candy Corn Ghost Leaf Pumpkin Turkey Winter Bundle - Pine Tree Snow Globe Fireplace Sled Hot Coco Snowman Need some inspiration on how to use the Trace and Breathe activity in your classroom? READ BELOW! Do your students come in from recess/specials/an assembly/any activity out of the norm all sorts of hyped out and out of control? This is the PERFECT activity to get them to calm-down and transition productively! With TONS of different designs to choose from- each student can pick out a picture that speaks to them! You can laminate each student's page or place them in a protective sheet so that they can stay nicely in their desks. Display the directions on the board or have them printed-out on large poster paper. Teaching the "Trace and Breathe" skill is essential to providing your students a structured way to practice mindfulness, control their heart rate and breathing, and transition from a high to a low-energy activity. The Trace and Breathe series can also be used as an essential piece to a calming corner in your classroom! Create a comfortable, calm space where your students can go when they need to cool down. Teach expectations around when it is appropriate for students to use this corner in the beginning of the year. Then, create a binder with lots of different designs the students can choose from. Place the directions to the Trace and Breathe activity on the wall near the calming corner. Then, as needed, students can visit the calming corner, pull-out the Trace and Breathe binder, pick a design that speaks to them, and engage in a moment of meaningful mindfulness!

Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach

Tags Mindfulness , Breathing, Breathing Activity , Calm Down, Calm Dowm Activity , Calm Down Skill, Sel Lesson, Sel Skill , Halloween, Fall

Independent Living Skills: What to do When the Doorbell Rings

Independent Living Skills: What to do When the Doorbell Rings
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Independent Living Skills: What to do When the Doorbell Rings This pivotal learning tool is designed for educators focusing on equipping high school students with strong life skills. Falling under Special Education, grade 10-12, this activity impeccably assists students in responding aptly when their doorbell rings. The practical aspects of these lessons permit their application across various teaching environments such as small groups or individual sessions, ideal settings including ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and RBT sessions. About the Resource: This comprehensive guide encompasses vital tips that assert student safety when home alone. Key features include: Determining who is at the door without opening it. Instructing on how to open the door to visitors. Action plans if unfamiliar family members visit or if students feel uncomfortable with a front-door visitor. The guide further integrates 18 reading comprehension questions sparking engaging discussions around lesson content while reinforcing learning simultaneously. Educational Applications: The denseness of this resource permits its integration during interactive instructions prompting realities-based experiences translating into superior community-based learning prospects thereby nurturing independent living skills among students furthermore. Specifically designed for high schoolers' evolving needs - it helps foster independence within school peripheries and beyond - thriving within homes and communities. Known for its ease of incorporation within existing curriculum plans - ensures optimal selection not just for special education classes but also instrumental towards achieving Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals particularly associated with independent living skills. About Document Format: A well-tailored PDF of 'Independent Living Skills: What to do When the Doorbell Rings'. Eight uniquely tailored pages. Available in both color and black-and-white variants facilitating easy prints. Synergic Learning Tools: Educators will find synergistic tools focusing on topics such as: Understanding prescription labels. Creation of medication or supplement lists. Allergy tracking gears directed towards empowering independent living.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Independent Living, Life Skills, Doorbell Etiquette, Safety Protocols, Community Integration

SEL Emotions Cards & Bingo Game!

SEL Emotions Cards & Bingo Game!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities

In this product, you will receive 18 emotion cards and 24 Emotion Bingo Cards. This versatile product can be used in so many different ways for social-emotional development. This can be used with the entire class, in centers , in small groups, or on an individual basis in counseling with the feeling cards. If you print two sets of cards, students can use these for Go Fish (Go Feelings) or a Memory Match game . When students get a match, they can share a time when they have felt this way. When playing the Bingo game , you can pause each time you draw a card and ask when a student has felt this way. You can also discuss when students do have an uncomfortable or strong emotion, they can share what strategies the students could use.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Bingo Game, Feelings, Emotions, SEL, Social-emotional Learning, School Counseling, Special Education, , Emotion Bingo Printable

Functional Life Skills: Alexa Creates a Medication List

Functional Life Skills: Alexa Creates a Medication List
Special Resources, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

In Alexa Creates a Medication List, Austin teaches his sister how to track prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines by creating a medication list. The use of this Functional Life Skills resource will allow students to engage in the following: • The story provides a fantastic opportunity to discuss medication safety. • How and why to create a medication list. • How to identify prescription versus over-the-counter medication and determine a prescription's start and refill dates. • How to fill out a medication schedule based on dosage instructions. • The interactive dialog and questions engage learners and reinforce their understanding of the story and the concepts. • The real-world examples, and age-appropriate visual aids, such as illustrations and diagrams , make this conversational story an excellent resource for teaching social narratives. • This social narrative's simple and direct language sets clear expectations, making it ideal for high school students and adults with intellectual disabilities. The story includes seven (7) reading comprehension questions and answers to reinforce and measure the student's understanding of the Functional Life Skills contained in the story! This life skills story will assist high school students and young adults in developing the necessary independent living skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. This story is designed to be used by special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA therapists, registered behavior technicians (RBT), parents, supported living coaches, and life skills teachers to teach their students valuable life skills. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning, defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Medication List How to Create a Supplement List Understanding and Tracking Allergies How to Read a Prescription Label How to Create a Strong Password What to do When the Doorbell Rings Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Story! It's printable , easy to use, and ready to hand out! A PDF file with eight (8) pages.

Author Adulting Life Skills Resources

Tags Adulting On The Spectrum, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Reading Comprehension, Autism Safety Resources, Interactive Safety Lessons, Personal Safety Passages, Autism Visual Aid Life Skills, Autism Life Skills Stories, Autism Social Narratives, Simple Printable Medication List

SEL: GHOST Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity | Halloween/Fall

SEL: GHOST Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity | Halloween/Fall
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Not Grade Specific, Activities

Teach students how to manage their emotions with the Trace and Breathe technique! This social-emotional learning (SEL) resource helps students feel calmer by focusing on their breath and making small, mindful movements. The SEL: GHOST Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity includes a poster explaining the Trace and Breathe technique, a colored ghost design for tracing, and a black-and-white version. Students can practice taking slow, deep breaths while carefully tracing the outline of the ghost with a finger. This grounding activity is perfect for helping students self-regulate. Use the Trace and Breathe technique with individual students or the whole class. It's great for transitions, after recess or assemblies, or anytime students need to reset. With tons of fun designs, each student can find a picture that speaks to them!

Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach

Tags Mindfulness , Breathing, Breathing Activity , Calm Down, Calm Dowm Activity , Calm Down Skill, Sel Lesson, Sel Skill , Halloween, Fall

SEL Boom Deck-Rock, Paper, Scissors-Feeling! A Fun SEL Game!

SEL Boom Deck-Rock, Paper, Scissors-Feeling! A Fun SEL Game!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities

In this 24-playing card SEL Boom Deck, students will play the rock, paper, scissors game and practice sharing their feelings! If playing for a whole class lesson, 2 students come up to the Smartboard or projector and one is person A and the other is person B. Person A touches the disappearing question mark above A to reveal either a rock, paper, or scissors image. Person B does the same. Then the winner of the rock, paper, scissors card game will share a time they felt the feeling below the winning card (either A or B). Students can also act out the feeling as well. The winner then drags and drops the feeling onto the stage where the image will disappear. The person who lost the game will stay at the board until they also get a turn. You can play this as a whole class, center activity, or with partners-it is up to you! The directions are for a whole classroom lesson but you can tweak it to work for your class and your lesson planning. This resource will allow students to practice self-awareness, social awareness, and emotion management. Simply download the PDF and you can click on the image to access the Boom Deck. To use Boom Cards, you must be connected to the Internet. Boom Cards play on modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge). Apps are available for modern Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires. For security and privacy, adults must have a Boom Learning account to use and assign Boom Cards. You will be able to assign the Boom Cards you are buying with "Fast Pins," (a form of play that gives instant feedback to students for self-grading Boom Cards). For assignment options that report student progress back to you, you will need to purchase a premium account. If you are new to Boom Learning, you will be offered a free trial of our premium account. Read here for details: http://bit.ly/BoomTrial .

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Rock Paper Scissors Game , Social-emotional Learning, Sel, Feelings, Emotions, Games, Boom Deck, Social Skills, Icebreakers, Morning Meeting

Unwind Your Mind SEL Activity Mats

Unwind Your Mind SEL Activity Mats
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities

In this product, you will receive 10 unique Unwind Your Mind SEL activity mats. These are wonderful for SEL follow-up activities, morning work, brain breaks, school counseling handouts, etc. There are 4 seasonal activity mats; fall, winter, spring, and summer. There are 2 partner-focused mats so students can connect, build friendships, and create a safe classroom community. There are 4 mats for any day of the year! Students from upper elementary through middle school will enjoy these mats. (Even adults and high schoolers would like to do some of these!) On the mats, there is mindfulness coloring/zentangle coloring, mazes, word search, reflections, SEL prompts, and more. For example on one of the mats, there is a mindfulness coloring of an anchor with the prompt to encourage students to think about what grounds them as they color. There is also a squiggle and students are encouraged to create their own unique design from it. There is also a heart maze, a triangle breath image, and an image of a turtle to encourage students to think of what brings them strength. On another mat, there is a line of different emojis and they are asked to circle how they feel in that moment. There is also a mindfulness coloring of a hot air balloon and the prompt is for them to imagine all of their worries are in the basket and as they color, they are asked to think of their worries floating away. On that same mat, there is a rainbow breath exercise and an image of a brick wall with the prompt for students to write in the bricks what gives them a solid foundation; their values, strengths, and purposes in life. Each mat is unique but offers opportunities for students to take a moment to relax, get their minds off their daily stress, and have fun. It is best to print these on legal-size paper so images and text are a good size with plenty of room for students to write and draw.

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Mindfulness, SEL, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning, Classroom Community, Social Skills, Self-regulation, Activity Mats, Calming Down, Brain Breaks

SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio!

SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio! Discover an engaging way for students to learn about their brains with this specialized resource focused on social and emotional learning (SEL). Tailored for students from Grade 2 to Grade 5, this interactive teaching tool introduces various parts of the brain through relatable characters: Prefrontal Cortex (Wise Owl): Teaches about thinking first before making decisions. Hippocampus (Hippo the Librarian): Emphasizes the importance of memories, both the lessons they teach us and the joyous moments they recall. Amygdala (Scared Dog and Excited Dog): Explains emotional reactions like fight, flight, or freeze and offers strategies to handle overwhelming emotions. The SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio! resource contains 24 task cards that present students with real-life situations, prompting them to think about the best possible actions. Additionally, there are 4 informational cards and 3 introduction/closing cards. To ensure all students can participate, each card includes audio support, so reading isn't necessary. For educators, this SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio! tool offers a chance to dive deep into discussions about the brain's anatomy and functions. When students encounter the "Scared Dog," teachers and counselors can introduce coping mechanisms for anxiety or stress. With the "Wise Owl," the emphasis is on pausing and reflecting before acting. "Hippo the Librarian" provides an avenue to discuss the significance of memories, whether they're lessons from past mistakes or reminders of happy times. This SEL Boom Cards! Let's Learn About Our Brain With Audio! teaching tool isn't just about knowledge; it's about application. By simulating real-life scenarios, students can better understand their feelings, reactions, and decision-making processes. This invaluable resource can be incorporated into a larger lesson, used in smaller group discussions, or even as a unique homework assignment. Dive into the fascinating world of the brain and empower your students with self-awareness and practical strategies for emotional well-being. Please read Boom Cards Terms of use here .

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags Boom Cards, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Social Skills, The Brain, Special Education, Social Thinking, Self-regulation, Thinking, Emotions

Compromise: Activity

Compromise: Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

The Compromise: Activity The Compromise: Activity is intended for educators with the aim of developing their students' critical life skills, chiefly in resolving conflicts in a peaceful and sustainable manner. It focuses on the practical facets of social emotional learning by assisting learners to grasp the idea of compromises and concessions thoroughly. This instructional resource extends across two pages, fully editable thus permitting alterations based on class requirements. It's suitable for learners from second grade up to fifth grade and can be utilized in diverse contexts such as large group discussions, teamwork among small groups or even delegated as enlightening homework. Interactive Activities The booklet includes one activity that prompts students to recall times when they had disagreements with a parent at home or a friend at school. They are then instructed to ponder over those instances and pinpoint the rational give-and-takes by both sides resulting in a compromise. The booklet also contains an exercise where learners have to pair each conflict scenario with an appropriate compromise resolution. This cultivates problem-solving abilities while strengthening comprehension about resolving clashes through discussion. The Compromise: Activity comes supplied in PDF format which ensures easy accessibility for all teachers irrespective of hardware constraints. As part of special resources addressing social emotional learning and life skills subject areas, this resource acts effectively as an instrument sparking character development amongst young learners. Conclusion Packed within these simple yet potent pages, The Compromise Activity engrosses your students into meaningful conversation surrounding conflict resolution while highlighting down-to-earth methods toward preserving peace in personal relations – truly underlining that differences can indeed form constructive milestones toward maturity when managed responsibly.

Author Elementary Resources 4 U

Tags Compromise, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Dispute Resolution, Social-emotional Learning

SEL: POT OF GOLD Mindfulness Calming Activity St. Patrick's Day

SEL: POT OF GOLD Mindfulness Calming Activity St. Patrick's Day
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Not Grade Specific, Activities

SEL: POT OF GOLD Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity - ST. PATRICK'S DAY THEMED! Students take a mindful moment to breathe and trace different objects with their fingertips. This activity teaches students how to calm down emotionally while focusing on their breathing. Help your students relax by teaching them the Trace and Breathe technique, which is a part of social emotional learning (SEL). This technique helps students feel calmer by focusing on their breath and making small movements. When they feel upset or overly excited, they can use this technique to calm themselves down. Lots of cute and colorful designs to choose from! Black and White also provided! This SEL: POT OF GOLD Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity comes with: A Description of the Trace and Breathe skill A Poster with Trace and Breathe A Colored Copy of the resource A Copy that is Black and White Ideas for Teachers to use this resource: With individual students Print out pictures based on student interest! To teach the Trace and Breathe Technique To help students to calm down as needed Ideas for Whole Class SEL: Use the technique after recess, after and assembly, etc... Address the needs of Individual Student: Allow student to use when they need a moment to calm down Create a calm down station in the classroom, have several of these printed and laminated for students to choose from and use as needed Steps to engage in this SEL: POT OF GOLD Mindfulness Breathing Calming Activity: Take a deep breathe in Begin to trace the picture with your finger Breathe out as you trace Breathe out as long as you can Pause and repeat Other Designs Available here! Animal Bundle- Cat Dog Elephant Monkey Sloth Snake Food Bundle- Pizza Watermelon Popsicle Grapes French Fries Hotdog Transportation Bundle- Airplane Car Bicycle Motorcycle Scooter Train Spring Bundle- Bunny Carrot Chick Flowers Lamb Watering Can Fall Bundle - Bat Candy Corn Ghost Leaf Pumpkin Turkey Winter Bundle - Pine Tree Snow Globe Fireplace Sled Hot Coco Snowman Valentine's Day Bundle: Stegosaurus Balloon Valentine Cupcake Candy Hearts Cupid St. Patrick's Day Bundle: Four Leaf Clover Leprechaun Leprechaun Hat Pot of Gold Lucky Horseshoe Lucky Coins Need some inspiration on how to use the Trace and Breathe activity in your classroom? READ BELOW! Do your students come in from recess/specials/an assembly/any activity out of the norm all sorts of hyped out and out of control? This is the PERFECT activity to get them to calm-down and transition productively! With TONS of different designs to choose from- each student can pick out a picture that speaks to them! You can laminate each student's page or place them in a protective sheet so that they can stay nicely in their desks. Display the directions on the board or have them printed-out on large poster paper. Teaching the "Trace and Breathe" skill is essential to providing your students a structured way to practice mindfulness, control their heart rate and breathing, and transition from a high to a low-energy activity. The Trace and Breathe series can also be used as an essential piece to a calming corner in your classroom! Create a comfortable, calm space where your students can go when they need to cool down. Teach expectations around when it is appropriate for students to use this corner in the beginning of the year. Then, create a binder with lots of different designs the students can choose from. Place the directions to the Trace and Breathe activity on the wall near the calming corner. Then, as needed, students can visit the calming corner, pull-out the Trace and Breathe binder, pick a design that speaks to them, and engage in a moment of meaningful mindfulness!

Author Mrs Bonie Just Teach

Tags Mindfulness , Breathing, Breathing Activity , Calm Down, Calm Dowm Activity , Calm Down Skill, Sel Lesson, Sel Skill , Valentinesday, Valentine