3 Ways to Help Rug Time with Visual Supports
If your teacher toolbox is anything like mine, you’re always looking for supports to make rug time go smoother. What if I told you I have a fun and effective way to revamp your classroom...
Read MoreThe Power of Attention Contagion
Have you ever been in the middle of a lesson, fully immersed in teaching, only to notice that one distracted student has somehow pulled the whole class off course? You’re not imagining it—it’s real, and...
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8 Delightful Halloween Books with SEL Themes
This post includes affiliate links. As Halloween approaches, the excitement builds among young learners for costumes, candies, and spooky Halloween books! While the holiday is synonymous with fun and scares, it also presents an excellent...
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Emotion Flip Books to the Rescue
Are you ready to unlock the door to a classroom filled with emotional intelligence, empathy, and self-awareness? I recently realized how much I needed more hands on, basic emotions materials. This great set will achieve...
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How SEL Lessons are Proactive Behavior Strategies
We know just how dynamic and challenging the role of teacher can be. Every day, teachers inspire, educate, and literally shape the future. Amidst the academic lessons, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of...
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Boost Emotion IQ with Emotion Anchor Charts
We’re all looking for creative and engaging ways to enhance your students’ emotional intelligence. Bonus points if it adds a touch of color and vibrancy to your classroom walls! This year I am pumped to...
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Helpful Classroom Coping Tools
As educators, we all know our role extends far beyond academic instruction. We have the unique opportunity to support our students’ holistic development, including their emotional well-being. Introducing coping tools into the classroom can be...
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Understanding and Fostering Self Management
Every teacher I know would love their students to be a little more self-directed. Students that embody self management make our lives as educators SO MUCH EASIER. It’s hard for kids! Building in some explicit...
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10 Picture Books Exploring Fear
This post contains affiliate links. Fear is a natural and universal emotion experienced by children and adults alike. Picture books have a unique ability to help young readers understand and address their fears while providing...
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Behavior Clip Charts: The Ugly Truth
Behavior clip charts have been a hot topic in the education world for a few years now. Classroom management is an essential aspect of creating a positive and productive learning environment. However, methods like behavior...
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Understanding the Difference Between Behavior Intervention and Social Emotional Learning
Understanding the Difference Between Behavior Intervention and Social Emotional Learning Believe me, teacher-friends, I know we are constantly striving to create a positive and supportive classroom environment that fosters both academic growth and social emotional...
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