An emotions check-in is a time to stop, pause, and assess how we feel in the moment. This is a critical social-emotional time that all educators can embed into the classroom. Of course, it’s also something that parents can also use at home. One important takeaway when learning about an emotions check-in is that it’s […]
50+ Ways to Build Relationships with Kids & Teens
Why Relationships Matter The single most foundational element of social emotional learning is having strong relationships. In fact, relationships are the basis to all learning. Positive relationships help learners feel safe, respected, and connected. Further, by understanding learners at a deeper level, teachers can help students recognize strengths, work through challenges, identify goals, help through […]
Coping Strategies Every Child & Teen Should Know
Coping strategies are the supports we use to manage tough emotions and stress in our daily lives. I like to think of them like tools in a self-regulation toolbox. From positive self-talk to mindful breathing to checking in with emotions, there are many different techniques we can teach and practice with kids to help them […]
10+ Self-Awareness Activities for Kids
Self-awareness is having a strong understanding of who you are. This is the first of five core domains of social emotional learning. Self-awareness comes first for an important reason, especially when teaching these important SEL skills to children and teens. If we want kids and young adults to effectively manage their behaviors, work best with […]
100+ Questions to Build Relationships (with a free list)
Relationship-building is profound. It is the foundation to social, emotional, and academic success for students. When learners have a more positive relationship with those around them, they are more able to learn new skills, open up, voice their needs, take risks, and reach their goals. While there are many different techniques for building relationships in […]
Strategies to Prioritize Student Mental Health
Mental health is our psychological, emotional, and social well-being. In schools, it is more important than ever to prioritize student mental health. This means integrating meaningful strategies right in the classroom that help support kids and teens. Why Should Schools Focus on Mental Health? Mental health is health. When kids and teens feel their best, […]
15+ Simple SEL Practices to Start the Day
One of the very best times to integrate social emotional learning practices into the day is first thing in the morning. It’s a great way to help kids and teens start their day off feeling connected, respected, and valued. By putting social-emotional learning first, we have pave the way for kids and teens to do […]
10 Positive Self-Talk Phrases Every Learner Should Know
Whether we realize it or not, self-talk is almost always going on inside our heads. This is the voice that encourages us to work through a problem that seems too challenging in the moment. It’s the voice that calms us down when we’re upset. It’s even the voice that reminds us to continue loving ourselves […]
25 Calming Activities for Kids Who Need to Move
Calming activities are important for kids and teens. These are the strategies they can use to self-regulate when they are upset, overwhelmed, or dysregulated in any other way. There are literally hundreds of different calm-down strategies you can try with kids and teens. Some of my favorite coping techniques include using positive self-talk, mindful breathing, […]
Social Emotional Journaling: What It Is and How To Start
Journaling is the process of writing down thoughts and feelings. On its own, writing in a journal is healthy technique for developing self-awareness, managing emotions, and improving self-regulation skills. Specifically, social emotional journaling is using the writing process to also work on social emotional learning skills at the very same time. The idea behind SEL […]
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