Can We Build Empathy in Kids?
As teachers, we see a LOT. We see the good things in children, we see the challenging moments, we see some really tricky and often odd behaviors, too. One fundamental question often arises: Can we...
Read MoreWhy Reward Systems Fall Short
I can guarantee that if you use reward systems, at some point in the year the reward systems start to feel a little fragile. You have the charts, the systems, the prizes and kids are...
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How to Use Books to Teach Emotion Vocabulary
This post contains commissionable affiliate links. Picture books are more than just sweet stories with engaging illustrations. They can be powerful tools for teachers to explicitly teach emotion vocabulary and emotional intelligence in the classroom....
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3 Helpful Lamination Hacks Every Teacher Should Know
This post contains affiliate links. It’s hard to find a teacher who doesn’t have a love affair with the laminator, truly. We have our own personal lamination hacks that work for our specific machines, and...
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5 Unique Ways to Include Art and Creativity in SEL
5 Ways to Include Art and Creativity in SEL No matter if you teach general education, are a school counselor, a music teacher, or run a behavior support classroom – social emotional learning (SEL) is...
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SEL Work Tasks for Special Ed Classrooms
Are you ready to take your classroom task boxes to the next level by fostering SEL skills with SEL work tasks? Well, you’re in for a treat. Structuring and managing SEL goals in special education...
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3 Ways Teachers Can Support Students for Winter Break
As the winter season approaches, students are eagerly anticipating a well-deserved winter break, and us teachers are thinking of how we can support students for winter break. For many, it’s a time to unwind, spend...
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3 Ways to Cultivate Digital Citizenship in Students
It may seem lofty, but digital citizenship is one of those “new age” skills we simply HAVE to teach our students. Cyberbullying and damaging digital footprints are NOT what we want for our students! Digital...
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Understanding Coping Skills and How to Teach Them
This post contains affiliate links. Coping skills are LIFE SKILLS! I truly wish I had teachers who taught me these vital skills when I was young. We know better, so it’s time to do better. ...
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5 Powerful Strategies for Teaching Emotional Regulation
This post contains affiliate links. Emotional regulation is a crucial skill that every student needs to develop. It empowers them to recognize, manage, and express their emotions in a healthy way. As teachers, we play...
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3 Compelling Reasons to Use SEL Parent Letters
We all know that the learning journey doesn’t stop at our classroom doors. In fact, the most successful learning experiences often bridge the gap between school and home. I’m thrilled to introduce you to a...
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