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Life Skills Games
Equip your students with essential life skills through games that teach communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. This collection includes team-building activities, real-life scenario simulations, and goal-setting exercises. By integrating these life skills games into your teaching, you can prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
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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
Math Matching Games: 8 Sets of Math Fact Cards for Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Decimals, and Money
Special Resources, Life Skills, Math, Fact Families, Early Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Decimals, Multiplication and Division, Division, Money, Fractions, Multiplication, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
Math Matching Games: 8 Sets of Math Fact Cards Here's a great set of math games to add to you curriculum in grades 2-6. There are 8 different sets of cards to practice math skills across several grades. How to Use: I like using these matching games as a warm-up or as a reward at the end of class. Simply shuffle one of the sets and give each student one card. Give the students a moment to determine their card’s value. Then all students stand up and move SILENTLY around the room. ***(I love having this guaranteed moment of quiet)*** Students show their cards to each other and look for their match/card with the same value (ex. 9+9 and 15+3). Matches move to the side of the room until everyone is paired up. Then you can re-deal and play again! Card Sets Included: Each set has 16 pairs- enough for a class with up to 32 students! Addition facts up to twenty Addition facts up to fifty Subtraction facts Multiplication facts Division facts Equivalent fractions Fraction to decimal conversions Money Grades to Use With: These matching sets can work from grade 2 through 6 depending on which sets you use! Addition and subtraction facts are great for grade 2. Multiplication and division facts and money are great for grades 3-4. Equivalent fractions and fraction to decimal conversions are great for grades 5-6. And any sets can be used to review previously learned skills! What's Included: A total of 33 pages in PDF Format: Title Page and 8 sets of cards with 32 cards in each set. If you enjoy this math game , check out others in my store: Exponent Board Game: Fun and Engaging Math Game for 6th Grade Pre-Algebra: Expression Input Output Game Times Table Game: Multiplication Strategies and Commutative Property
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Memory Game, Math Game, Math Facts, Fractions, Decimals, Money, Math Center, Times Tables, Addition And Subtraction, Multiplication And Division
Summer Movement Cards | Seasonal Brain Breaks Printable
Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Montessori, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Word Walls, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables
Get ready to move stretch and have fun with these Summer Movement Cards the perfect way to add energy and excitement to your day T These printable activity cards are great for giving kids a quick brain break during lessons playtime or indoor days With fun summer themed movements children can stay active while using their imagination What's Included? 30 Summer Themed action like Jump like a dolphin or Fly like a Kite Easy to Use Just print cut and go Perfect for Home or Classroom Use them during brain breaks circle time or on the go summer fun Why Kids and Teachers Love Them? Encourages active play and imagination Helps with focus and energy release during learning time Super easy to prep no equipment needed Perfect for summer camps classrooms homeschool or rainy days Let us jump stretch and wiggle our way through summer with these fun and playful Summer Movement Cards a great way to keep minds fresh and bodies moving
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags Summer Movement Cards, Seasonal Brain Breaks Printable, Summer Activity Cards, Movement Break Set, Physical Activity Cards, Summer Gross Motor Activities, Brain Break Ideas For Kids, Seasonal Exercise Flashcards, Movement And Mindfulness Cards
Self Care Bingo Game Printable, Health & Wellness Activities
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Mindfulness, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Homeschool Resources, Elementary, Adult Education, Middle School, Games, Activities
Encourage mindfulness, kindness, and healthy habits with this Self-Care Bingo Game Printable —a fun and uplifting way to promote wellness and self-love! Whether used in the classroom, at home, during a wellness event, or even at a party, this game is a meaningful activity that helps participants reflect, relax, and recharge. Featuring positive and practical actions like “drink water,” “take a deep breath,” “write something you’re grateful for,” and “go for a walk,” this bingo game supports emotional well-being and encourages small, manageable steps toward better self-care. What’s Included In this Bingo Game Pack? 40 unique Self-Care Bingo cards 30 Calling cards with wellness, mindfulness, and self-love prompts Easy-to-follow instructions – just print and play Suitable for all ages – kids, teens, and adults This Bingo Game Pack is Perfect For: Classroom SEL and mental health lessons Therapy groups and counseling sessions Wellness parties and retreats Family game nights or self-care challenges This Self-Care Bingo Game is a thoughtful, fun, and flexible way to build healthy routines, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire a little extra self-love every day.
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags Self Care Bingo, Wellness Bingo Game, Mental Health Bingo, Self Love Activity, Health And Wellness Printable, Mindfulness Bingo Game, Self Care Party Game, Wellness Activity For Groups, Printable Self Care Game, Relaxation Activity For Adults
350 Education Quotes That Will Inspire Your Students
Coaching, Life Studies, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Skills, Not Grade Specific, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Read Alouds, Activities, Games
350 Education Quotes That Will Inspire Your Students We have gathered a long list of quotes about education that can serve as motivation for both students and teachers. You can utilize them to start a conversation or as a topic for writing. Here are only a couple of examples: Education Quotes "A child cannot learn from someone who hates him." - James Baldwin "Rarely does a child require a lecture as much as they need someone to listen attentively." - Robert Brault An unenthusiastic brain becomes quickly uninterested. An inquisitive mind grows endlessly. - Maxime Lagacé Reading a well-written book is a schooling for the emotions. Expanding your perception of human potential is based on understanding human nature and worldly events. "It brings about introspection." - Susan Sontag "A skilled educator excels at making complex ideas simple and rejects over-simplification." - Louis A. Berman The impact of a teacher is everlasting; it is impossible to predict where their influence will end. - Henry Adams
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
Tags Quote, Education, Inspire, Inspiration
Self-Control SEL Game, SEL poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity SEL Gam
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
The Self-Control Game, Mini-poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity This resource is designed specifically for kindergarten to second-grade students to introduce or reinforce concepts related to self-control and emotional regulation. Stop & Think Game Board The main component of the resource is an interactive game which includes: 12 STOP cards 12 THINK cards The game stimulates discussions about emotions while exploring strategies for maintaining self-control. Detailed instructions are provided for best practice in facilitating gameplay. This can be used for whole class instruction or student-led group activities. Mini-Poster: Stop, Breathe, & Think An accompanying mini-poster acts as a ready reminder of these essential skills. It is suitable both for classroom display and home use. Mystery Mosaic Activity A mystery mosaic activity further reinforces the lessons learnt from the Stop & Think game in a fun yet educational mode. Fits Special Education Resources and Life Skills Curriculum This resource aligns with many special education resources as well as broader life skills curriculum objectives. It pairs well with books about managing big feelings or self-control. Even some reading recommendations are included. Digital Download Convenience (PDF Format) The resource comes as an easy-to-print digital download so no sorting through physical products. In Summary: The Self-Control Game, Mini-Poster, and Mystery Mosaic Activity provides equitable access to vital social-emotional learning principles through relatable activities. Teaching self-control, understanding emotions or promoting calming breathing techniques have never been this engaging before. If you are interested in other SEL and social emotional resources, please check out my store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who uses my own resources on the students I serve. If it is not "kid" approved, I change it! I am very willing to tweak a resource if the resource is not as engaging or relevant for the students, I alter the lesson and the activities.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Self-control Game, Emotional Regulation, Social-emotional Learning, Character Education, Mindfulness, SEL Games, SEL, Social Emotional Learning, SEL Poster
Coping Skills Bingo Counseling Game | Social Emotional Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games
Are you wanting a counseling game that will spice up your coping skills lessons in your counseling sessions? This Coping Skills Bingo Game is perfect for keeping engagement high in your sessions while also teaching your students all about different coping skills! This coping skills activity is the perfect counseling activity. With 46 different calming strategies, students will have a chance to practice calming down their big feelings while getting to play a classic game with a fun twist! This coping skills game includes calling cards that state the skill and then students are encouraged to practice that skill if they have it on their board! This bingo game also includes 30 bingo cards with different types of grids to support students with different attention spans and skill levels so you can differentiate how you would like! What is Included: ⭐ 10 3x3 Bingo Cards ⭐ 10 4x4 Bingo Cards ⭐ 10 5x5 Bingo Cards ⭐ 46 Different Coping Skills ⭐ Ink-Friendly Copy Why Is It A Must-Have?: ❤️ Helps students identify & practice different coping skills ❤️ Helps expand different calming strategies for students ❤️ Increases engagement in your sessions ❤️ Perfect For Different Types of Learners Some Ideas for Use Are: ⭐ Individual Lessons ⭐ Small Groups ⭐ Whole Class Lessons Help your students expand their coping skills toolbox, identify the coping skills that work for them, and grow to love social emotional learning with this bingo game !
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Coping Skills, Coping Skills Activity, Coping Skills Game, Coping Skills Bingo, Counseling Games, Counseling Activities, Calming Strategies, Bingo Game, Social Emotional Learning Activities
Grocery Game: Estimating, Adding, and Multiplying Decimals - Winter Holidays Edition
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Home Economics, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Decimals, Multiplication and Division, Division, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
Grocery Game : Estimating, Adding, and Multiplying Decimals - Winter Holidays Edition This resource is a fun, interactive math game designed for students in grades 3-6. It will help your students practice adding and multiplying decimals while they shop to hit the target amount! The game includes 4 rounds with grocery shopping items for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa holidays. Every round presents five food items to the students who practice estimating costs to manage a given budget. Whole class activity: This engaging exercise makes learning mathematical concepts more concrete than abstract learning alone. Students are shopping for a purpose! Realistic applications make education impactful and enjoyable for students, and math games are always a hit with my students! How to Use: This is a fun, whole class activity that you need to be able to project in your classroom on an interactive whiteboard. It is a Powerpoint presentation so you can move the boxes that cover the prices of each item after the students have guessed the price- just like on a real game show! You give your students a target budget (for example between $50-52). The smaller the budget range, the more challenging it will be. Students have to buy at least four of the items. Ask one student to choose one item at a time. The student guesses the price and chooses how many they want to buy of it. Then you reveal the price, all of the students students calculate how much they have spent, and you move on to the next item! Grades to Use With: This is a fun game for grades 3-6 when you are studying money, grocery shopping, and decimal operations. Even kids in middle school will have fun playing along! What's Included: A total of 6 pages in PowerPoint Format (so you can move the price covers once your students have guessed). Title Page Instructions Christmas Kwanzaa Hanukkah Holiday Treats If you enjoy this game , check out my other rounds: Original Grocery Game Spring Grocery Game Fall Grocery Game
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Decimals, Grocery Shopping, Adding Decimals, Multiplying Decimals, Mental Math, Math Game, Estimating, Winter Holiday Math, Christmas Math, Kwanzaa
My Family Story and Heritage Activity Booklet
Home Economics, Life Studies, Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, Crafts, Activities, Games, Projects
This activity booklet was designed to work with 2nd and 3rd-grade learners. This printable booklet provides a creative approach to exploring family connections, traditions, and origins. Why you will love this booklet: As a teacher, you can incorporate this into your social studies lessons on family, community, and heritage. There is almost zero prep needed. Just print and teach! Activities are visual and engaging, vs having to talk to the kids It includes several hands-on games, creative crafts, and collaborative activities to keep kids moving and engaged in the learning process. It will encourage your kids to interact with family members, fostering valuable communication skills. Inside this 20-page Activity Booklet, you will: Explore Family Stories: Play a game of Family Charades, create a personal Family Memory Page, and engage in a Family Photo Match-Up Challenge that brings old pictures to life. Discover Family Origins: Map your family's journey across the globe with a "Where in the World?" map tracker, design a unique Family Heritage Flag, and even start a Family Favorite Recipe Cookbook. Build a Family Story Tree: Play a game of Family Interview Bingo, create a beautiful My Family Fingerprint Tree, and construct a Family Tree. Unearth Family Treasures: Play a game called "Object Story" Challenge, draw and describe a special family object, and conduct a "Story Behind the Object" Interview to uncover hidden histories and meanings in your own family Share Their Family Story: Have fun with "Guess My Family Fact!", and give everyone a chance to present their family's unique story in a "Family Story Showcase." What You'll Receive: A printable PDF file containing all 20 activity pages.
Author Leader Connecting Leaders
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Tags Family , Heritage, History, Learning About Past
Cognitive Processing Mental Function Boost Activities BUNDLE
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Language Development, Vocabulary, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities, Games
Cognitive Processing Mental Function Boost Activities BUNDLE This resource is invaluable for educators focusing on cognitive development, accommodating preschool through grade 2. It involves a vast array of activities designed to boost cognitive processes such as perception, working memory, attention and planning among others. This extensive resource includes six books: Book One: Contains detailed boards and cards that focus on identifying shapes and colors. Can be employed as laminated cards or cut-out worksheets for individual or group activities. Book Two: Offers over 100 A4-sized visual aids suitable for those needing larger visuals to practice psychomotor skills. Particularly supportive for learners with low vision or fine motor difficulties. Book Three: Emphasizes matching different visual elements based on color, symbolism and signs thus developing spatial understanding as well as enhancing the ability to follow instructions effectively. Book Four (two versions): Concept-oriented boards containing common category images like fruits, vegetables etc., encouraging categorization skills while improving recognition of semantic context through colored and black & white illustrations. Book Five: Involves classification tasks across various categories to reinforce grouping skills presented in both colored illustrations and black & white ones based on preference. Book Six (Color edition): Houses 'what is different', 'what is missing' activities plus understanding 'part-to-whole' relationships spanning across 120 pages/activities. These exercises are fantastic tools for vocabulary expansion along with comprehension abilities strengthening. The Cognitive Processing Mental Function Boost Activities BUNDLE offers diverse flexibility - whether it's employing these resources in classroom sessions; breaking them into smaller subsets during workshop-style lessons; assigning certain exercises independently at home or tailoring assignments based on student needs – these materials offer unlimited learning potential! This bundle translates cognitive function enhancement into a playful learning experience for budding young minds. The themes incorporated in this compilation are in direct correlation with key elements of Special Education Need (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, and Vocabulary curriculum domains. 669 pdf pages of boards, mats and cards for cognitive and visual perception skills.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Cognitive Processing, Perception, Attention, Memory, Mental Skills, Centers, Boards, Mats, Occupational Therapy, Words Aside
Michael's Mystery Game-A Fun SEL Cooperative Game
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
In this resource, students will play a mystery game. This is an SEL game that teachers cooperation, problem-solving and listening. Groups of 4-5 students will work together to figure out Michael's Mystery. Michael is a quarterback for the Washington Gorillas and has lost something and refuses to play in the game until it is found. There are three categories to solve; what is missing, who took it and where is it. There are 18 clues and 6 possible suspects in each of the categories. This game teaches how to work together for a common purpose. Students will need to access their listening skills, problem-solving skills, deduction skills and leadership skills. This is a great game for students in 3rd-6th grades but possibly older too! For more SEL products, please feel free to visit my SEL store at Teach Simple at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For another mystery game, check out this resource: https://teachsimple.com/product/mariahs-mystery-a-fun-sel-cooperative-game-for-kids (In this SEL cooperative mystery game, students need to help Mariah, a Dancing With The Stars dancer. Same premise as Michael's mystery but different story and different outcome.) For more SEL products, you may be interested in: https://teachsimple.com/product/slant-strategy-lesson-a-lesson-about-paying-attention-and-listening (SLANT strategy lesson teaches students about paying attention and listening to others. There is a fun game in this lesson where students are given a prompt they need to do which is dependent on an action or words that the previous students does or says. Listening and paying attention is essential in order for this to smoothly flow. SLANT stands for Sit Up, Lean in Slightly towards the speaker, Ask questions, Nod head and Track speaker with eyes. This lesson is appropriate for 4th-9th grades.) https://teachsimple.com/product/stress-management-game-played-like-apples-to-apples-handouts (This is a stress management game played like Apples to Apples. Kid will love this as they have one stressful situation on a card and they will place a strategy down that they think will help. The "judge" will determine which one they are likely to use.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Mystery Game, Detective Game, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Group Resource, Cooperative Game, Leadership Skills, School Counseling
What Time Is It Now Jeopardy Classroom Game
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games
What Time Is It Now? Jeopardy Classroom Game is an editable PowerPoint resource that turns learning about telling time into an exciting jeopardy-style competition. Ideal for grades K-2, this game can be used in small groups or with the whole class to help students practice reading both digital and analog clocks. Teachers can easily customize the PowerPoint by editing the time-related questions and answers to fit their students' needs. This engaging game transforms a vital life skill like telling time into a fun activity that keeps young learners interested and motivated to learn. Use it as a review, morning work, center activity, or even homework assignment given its electronic format. Its versatility allows teachers to reinforce this key concept across various instructional settings.
Author Crafty with Calani
Tags Classroom Game, Classroom Activity, Telling Time Activity, Telling Time Game, Jeopardy, Jeopardy For The Classroom, How To Play Jeopardy In The Classroom, Jeopardy For Classroom, Jeopardy Game Classroom, Life Skills Jeopardy, Jeopardy In Classroom, Jeopardy 2nd Grade
10 Business Games for High School Students
Economics, Social Studies, Life Skills, Special Resources, Business, Life Studies, Career, Finance, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Games, Activities, Projects
With this collection of ten entertaining and engaging business games designed specifically for high school classes, you can unleash the power of learning by doing. For educators who wish to make business teachings engaging and simple to comprehend, these games are ideal. Important subjects including pricing, supply chains, marketing, entrepreneurship, ethics, market research, and the fundamentals of the stock market are covered. Every game aims to foster communication, creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork. Students are able to use their knowledge in practical settings rather than only theoretical ones. This resource comes with clear instructions, sample materials, and goals to help teachers run the games smoothly and keep students involved. Whether you have one class period or several, these games can fit different schedules and class sizes. They work great for business, economics, or career readiness classes. Bring energy to your lessons and help students grow their confidence and skills. Inspire them to think like entrepreneurs and future leaders with this ready-to-use, classroom-tested collection.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Business, Game, High School, Simulation, Economics, Finance
What Time Is It Now 20 Questions Classroom Game
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games
What Time Is It Now 20 Questions Classroom Game The What Time Is It Now 20 Questions Classroom Game is designed for teaching life skills to Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2 students. This resource uses Microsoft PowerPoint game templates to turn learning time into a fun, competitive activity . Editability: A standout feature of this product is that it's editable on PowerPoint. This lets teachers customize questions and answers for their curriculum needs and pupils' learning abilities. Versatility: Its flexible design can be adapted for different settings - as central activities for whole class discussions, in small groups during activity -based learning lessons or even given out as homework. Educational Design: The features are designed with academic rigor but also have a visual appeal with animations and sound effects ensuring maximum student engagement throughout its use. Fostering Interactive Discussions The What Time Is It Now 20 Questions Classroom Game fosters an interactive discussion focused atmosphere. It enhances concept understanding while promoting teamwork adding value beyond classroom walls too. Invaluable Resource For Creative Teaching Creativity abounds in using this resource. Teachers facilitate bridging the fun-learning divide easily achieving educational objectives along stride making teaching creative yet efficient!
Author Crafty with Calani
Tags Interactive Learning, Time-keeping, Classroom Game, Customizable, Teamwork
Spot Four Differences Series |1|
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Math, Early Math, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities, Games, Worksheets
Spot Four Differences Series |1| is an engaging 16-page PDF teaching resource that builds visual perception and critical thinking skills. This product features 58 diversified themes across three progressively difficult versions of each scene. Learners compare original images with slightly altered duplicates and spot four differences between them, with options like mirror views that introduce further complexity. Answer keys provide self-checking. With subjects featuring real-world scenarios suitable for various ages, this resource has versatile classroom applications spanning whole group lessons, small group activities, or individual assignments. The black-and-white illustrations double as coloring pages to inspire creativity. Apart from primary uses building focus, concentration, and detail orientation, the universal themes and layout structure facilitate integration into foreign language, speech therapy, special education, early math sessions, and distance learning.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Visual Perception Skills, Concentration, Critical Thinking Abilities, Creativity, Attention, Adhd, Autism, Centers, Fun, Words Aside
20 SEL Games for Morning Meetings Back to School Fun
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Games
In this amazing SEL resource, you will receive 20 different games and activities for either morning meetings, advisories, icebreakers, or any community-building goals. There are 20 different activities. They are Deck of Cards, Blobs and Lines, What's the Theme, What's Different, Whose Your Bestie, Snowball Toss, Diversity Toss, Minefield, Listening Chain, Beach Ball Toss, Toilet Paper Talks, SEL Heads Up, Passions Tic Tac Toe, SEL Speed Dating, 4 Picture Quadrants, Jigsaw Jumble. Where The Wind Blows, SEL Jenga, SEL Show & Tell, and 2 Truths and a Lie. Many of these can be tweaked for the age group you are serving. These are wonderful for helping students find commonalities, and build skills such as teamwork, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, friendship skills, responsible decision-making, and many more of those social skills that are really necessary for success in schools. This resource has information on the social risk level. This means that the social risk is low if they are not feeling the level of anxiety related to sharing a lot about themselves. There is a 1-3 rating for this. some games are a bit riskier than others in terms of social-emotional risk in sharing about themselves. There is also a 1-3 level of rating for easy to difficult as well as prep needed from the teacher or counselor. There is also a list of social-emotional skills being practiced and addressed. You can see the rating scale based on the number of suns that are yellow. Additionally, you will find Instruction/Set Up explanation with steps on how to set up the lesson and also some variations based on age and developmental stages for your classroom. You know your own students best and can tweak any game to your liking. There are links to my own Google Slides for the question banks and examples. Everything you need is here. Just download the PDF!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL , Social-emotional Learning, Morning Meetings, Advisory, Community Building, Elementary , School Counseling, Social Skills, Special Education, Back To School
Roll & Respond-Managing Stress
Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
Roll & Respond-Managing Stress Roll & Respond-Managing Stress is a unique teaching resource designed to promote thought-provoking discussions regarding stress management among students. The activity is perfectly suited for public school environments as well as homeschool settings, serving grade levels 3rd through 6th, and aligning seamlessly with Life Skills and Special Resources curricula. Main Features Learners explore the multi-faceted topics of stress, including its triggers, impacts on the body, and stress management strategies. The activity emulates the engaging format of a conventional Bingo game providing an exciting competitive edge. The gameplay can serve both as a reinforcement exercise following structured lessons on managing stress or serves as insightful assessment of student understanding. Focused Engagement This tool makes learning interactive as students collaboratively or independently strive for Bingos. Educators can tailor the level of student involvement to meet desired learning outcomes. It can be incorporated into large group activities, smaller discussions circles or even given out as insightful yet fun homework assignments. Included Package Resources A simplified student bingo sheet - incorporates many open-ended discussion points stimulating further discourse within gameplay. An educator’s answer sheet Versatile & Easy-To-Use Materials All that's required are just dice and printed copies of provided Bingo board(s), making this tool extremely user-friendly. The Roll & Respond-Managing Stress aids in fostering conversations around stress control techniques whilst motivating learners through competition. Available in PDF upon download--an innovation that adds value to any educator’s stress management teaching resources.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Stress Management, Student Engagement, Discussion-based Learning, Interactive Activity, Teaching Resource
Size of The Problem Sorting Activity For School Counseling
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games
The Size of The Problem Sorting Activity For School Counseling This is a highly interactive and beneficial resource that equips students with critical life skills. The activity focuses on teaching students how to identify the difference between big problems, requiring adult intervention, and smaller issues they can independently manage. Main Components: Problem cards that sorted into two categories: Big Problems and Small Problems. Popcorn bucket-stimulated sorting containers for making learning fun. If you prefer different storage objects, sorting labels have been included for convenience. Aimed at grades 1 - 4, this activity contributes towards cognitive decision-making abilities development while integrating social emotional learning within its curriculum . It's perfect for fostering discourse as students are encouraged to justify their answers and recommend practical solutions. Subtle customizability lets it fit well in various classroom scenarios—individual lessons or small group sessions at morning meetings. Yet, it proves most effective when used as an extension during social skills lessons to specifically help those who often overreact to minor matters. The resources are presented as a PDF file type—simply print off when needed ensuring engagement isn't compromised for educational value. This irreplaceable tool serves its purpose in: Nurturing self-sufficiency . Honing interpersonal communication skills . Strengthening decision-making abilities . Perfectly suitable for any instructive arsenal dedicated towards higher-order thinking skill development among young learners.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Problem-solving, Decision-making, Social-emotional Learning, Life Skills, Sorting Activity
Melody's Mystery Game-An SEL Cooperative Game for Kids
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Social Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this resource, students will work together to solve Melody's Mystery! Melody is an actress and has lost something at the Golden Globe Award ceremony. Students will need to decide what is missing, who took it and where it is. Students will work together cooperatively and problem solve together to solve this mystery. There are 18 clues to be passed around to a group of students (4-5 students works best) and then they will read out loud each clue. As they read the clues, the group will eliminate the suspects one by one and there is one person who will cross off the ones that are incorrect. This is a great game for students to play to practice listening skills, leadership skills, problem-solving skills and deductive skills. For more SEL products, please visit my SEL store here; https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor For more SEL products that you may enjoy, try this mystery called Mariah's Mystery! This is a different story to solve! https://teachsimple.com/product/mariahs-mystery-a-fun-sel-cooperative-game-for-kids For other SEL resources, games, presentations, check these out: https://teachsimple.com/product/sel-boom-deck-soda-pop-head-with-audio (These are Boom Cards to teach students to learn about anger management. You can read the book Soda Pop Head by Julia Cook and then have students take turns at the Whiteboard to decide if someone stayed calm under pressure or if they "lost their temper". https://teachsimple.com/product/20-hidden-objects-and-find-the-differences-puzzles-and-games (20 fun hidden picture, find the differences, etc. handouts that are great for brain breaks, transition times, early finishers, and there are many for specific holidays for around the year fun.) https://teachsimple.com/product/intent-versus-impact-sel-presentation (In this SEL presentation, students will learn about the difference between intent and impact. This is an important concepts for students to understand. Even if one person has good intentions, what they say or do may have a completely different impact! There are links to fun videos and a partner/group activity.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Sel, Social Emotional Learning Game, Mystery Game, Cooperative Game, School Counseling, Social Skills, Sel Game, Leadership Skills, Cooperation
Mariah's Mystery- A Fun SEL Cooperative Game For Kids
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Games
In this highly fun and engaging game, students will work together to decide the answers to a mystery game. They will listen to clues and read about a situation that needs to be solved. they will need to work together to solve this mystery. They will have one person who will be using a pencil to eliminate the answers that are not correct based on the different clues. There are a number of clues that groups of students will get (4 - 5 students is best) and each student will read each clue one at a time and the person who has the pencil and possible answers will help to cross out the eliminated answers based on the clues. Each student though will play a part in figuring out what clue is going to be a helpful clue to rule out an answer to either what is missing, who took it or where the item is. This is a great activity for groups to practice problem solving and cooperation, especially if you have some students who are not doing very well as cooperating as a group or some students who are not listening to other students share their perspective. Each student in this activity holds an important clue to the mystery. The directions are in the resource and this is highly engaging for the grades of third, fourth, fifth and sixth. However, for advanced grades, 2nd and even 7th grades would also benefit and find enjoyment in this activity. You know you students best! For more SEL fun activities, please visit: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor (ON my SEL store page, I do have many SEL coloring pages, SEL presentations, SEL activities and very engaging resources for students kindergarten through high school. I do use my products with my classroom guidance lessons each day and if a student or students do not like the lesson(s), I do not keep them!)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Cooperative Game, Sel, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills, Special Education, School Counseling, Detective Games, Advisory Games, Mystery Game
Compliment Jenga for Valentines Day: Responding to Compliments
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games
Looking for a Valentines Day Activity that Helps students learn how to respond to compliments? This Jenga game will be the perfect thing for you! This Valentine's Day themed Jenga game is perfect for students to understand and practice how to respond to compliments and how to give compliments back to others! This will be the perfect counseling game to use to strengthen social skills and help kids that struggle with low self-esteem! Simply print the prompts out, laminate and tape them to Jenga blocks. When you play Jenga, you would play per regular rules, however, when someone pulls a jenga block, they would have to read off the compliment on the Jenga block and then figure out how to respond to the compliment listed! This is a great twist on the classic Jenga game perfect for individual social skills lessons or social skills small groups! While the prep up front might be tedious, this game will be a great way to keep students engaged while still practicing responding to compliments! What's Included? ❤️ 66 Compliment tiles ❤️ How To Use Guide Who Will Benefit From This Activity? ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Appropriate Social Interactions ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Self-Esteem ⭐ With Students Who Struggle With Kindness to Others
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Jenga Prompts, Jenga Game, Social Emotional Games, School Counseling Game, School Counseling Jenga, Social Emotional Activities, Social Emotional Resources, Social Skills Activities, Jenga History
Apps., Books and Games That Support Social Learning And Skills
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities
Do you struggle to think of good {and easy} games and activities to use with your students to support social skills? This resource contains some of my most favorite, easy-to-play activities, as well as books to read and apps. that address social skills.
Author Socially Skilled Kids
Tags Social Skills, Social Learning, Special Education, Perspective Taking, SEL
Self Care BINGO
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Games
Self Care BINGO is a fun way to remind yourself to take care. Play with a group of friends or colleagues. Cross off a box each time you complete. Celebrate when someone gets a BINGO!
Author Socially Skilled Kids
Tags Self Care, BINGO, Teacher Resources, SEL, Selfcare Bingo, Self Care Bingo Board, Self-care Bingo
Conflict Resolution Bingo Game Printable, Social Skills, SEL
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Elementary, High School, Early Learning, Homeschool Resources, Pre-K, Games, Activities
Help kids learn how to handle tricky situations with kindness and confidence using this engaging Conflict Resolution Bingo Game ! Designed for elementary-aged learners, this printable resource supports social-emotional learning by teaching essential communication, cooperation, and problem-solving skills through play. Each space on the bingo board features real-life conflict resolution strategies and positive behaviors like “listen without interrupting,” “use kind words,” “take a deep breath,” “walk away calmly,” and “talk it out.” It’s a fun and interactive way to reinforce the skills children need to manage emotions and resolve disagreements peacefully. What’s Included In this Game Pack? 50 unique Conflict Resolution Bingo cards 30 Calling cards with kid-friendly prompts and behavior strategies Easy instructions for classroom or small group play Printable PDF format – just print and go! This Bingo Bundle is Perfect For: SEL lessons and character education Counseling sessions and behavior interventions Classroom community-building activities Morning meetings or social skills groups Behavior management and problem-solving practice Make teaching conflict resolution meaningful and fun with this Conflict Resolution Bingo Game —a great tool to promote empathy, communication, and respectful relationships in any learning space!
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags Conflict Resolution Bingo, Conflict Resolution Game, Social Skills Bingo, Problem Solving Game For Kids, Anger Management Activity, Classroom Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills Bingo, Emotional Regulation Game, Sel Bingo Printable, Teamwork Bingo Game