I know – we have ALL been there. A student acts out, disrupts the class, or just doesn’t listen. And you’re thinking, “No recess today. That’ll teach them!” It seems like a logical consequence, right?...
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It’s no secret our goal is to see students thrive academically AND social emotionally. Recognizing and supporting the emotional wellbeing of students is just as critical as their academic success. This is where tools like...
Read MoreThis blog post contains commissionable affiliate links. Perseverance is a crucial trait for success and happiness, teaching us to overcome obstacles and believe in our ability to face challenges. The overall character trait of perseverance...
Read MoreCreating a school-wide Check and Connect intervention program is like crafting a map for a treasure hunt. The treasure? Student engagement, success, and emotional well-being. The map? A comprehensive plan involving all teachers and staff...
Read MoreTeachers, we’ve all been there: You’re in front of a class, and despite your best efforts, there seems to be an invisible barrier keeping your students from clicking with each other—or sometimes, even with you....
Read MoreIf you know me at all, you know my love for using books to teach social emotional learning topics! It’s a huge reason why I began creating SEL book companions – we can integrate SEL...
Read MoreThis post contains affiliate links. With what what research has taught us, the complex layers of trauma and its impact on learning is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing environment for all students. Professional...
Read MoreThis post contains affiliate links. Teaching post-pandemic has been a wild ride that we’ve all jumped on even though we never asked for it. Phew! If you’re one of us teachers looking to enhance student...
Read MoreBuilding a strong set of emotional literacy skills is as crucial as ANY academic instruction. One simple way to integrate emotional literacy into the classroom is through engaging and interactive games, like roll and cover...
Read MoreHave you jumped on the interactive bulletin board bandwagon yet? They are a super engaging way to present new concepts, reinforce learning, and encourage student participation. For special education teachers, these boards do more than...
Read MoreThis post contains affiliate links. Yes, we have a full time job as teachers. However, us educators are constantly searching for innovative strategies to engage all learners, particularly those facing unique challenges such as Emotional...
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