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100+ Questions to Build Relationships (with a free list)

September 21, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Back to School, Managing Challenging Behaviors, Social Emotional Learning

Strategies to Prioritize Student Mental Health

September 6, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

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, […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Social Emotional Learning, Tips for Teachers

15+ Simple SEL Practices to Start the Day

August 8, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Positive Behavior Supports, Social Emotional Learning

10 Positive Self-Talk Phrases Every Learner Should Know

July 20, 2021 by pathway2success 1 Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Social Emotional Learning

25 Calming Activities for Kids Who Need to Move

July 6, 2021 by pathway2success 1 Comment

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, […]

Filed Under: Coping Strategies, Managing Challenging Behaviors, Social Emotional Learning

Social Emotional Journaling: What It Is and How To Start

June 21, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

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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10+ Free Calm-Down Tools

June 8, 2021 by pathway2success 1 Comment

We all need strategies to cope with stress and tough emotions. This is especially true for children and teens who are still growing and learning. Specifically, I’ve put this list of calm-down tools together to act as a “toolbox” of supports for educators and parents looking for new ideas. They go beyond typical coping strategies […]

Filed Under: Coping Strategies, Managing Challenging Behaviors, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning

15+ Ideas for Social Emotional Summer Learning

May 19, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Social emotional learning doesn’t stop because it is summertime. In fact, it’s easy to argue that the summer is a great time to strengthen many of these skills, when there is less pressure for academic work. Social emotional learning encompasses a large subset of skills and competencies including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and decision-making. […]

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30+ Social-Emotional Strategies for Middle School Kids

May 3, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Middle schoolers are at a unique stage; they’re no longer little kids, but not yet adults. They still have so much growing to do socially and emotionally. This is one of the many reasons that teaching social and emotional skills for middle school learners is so important. These years are a critical window to help […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Social Emotional Learning

6 Simple Ways to Help Kids Manage Big Emotions

April 1, 2021 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Being able to manage our own emotions seems like a simple task at first glance, but it’s actually quite complex, especially for growing children and teenagers. It involves understanding your feelings, managing stress, using coping strategies at the appropriate times, problem-solving through challenges, and knowing when to ask for help. This can be a lot […]

Filed Under: Managing Challenging Behaviors, Positive Behavior Supports, Social Emotional Learning

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As I was reading and researching, I came across th As I was reading and researching, I came across this. So, my thought is... how can we help kids and teens learn in more cooperative environments instead of being focused on grades or competing?
I know special days can sometimes feel like a disr I know special days can sometimes feel like a disruption. But it gives kids and teens something to look forward to. Something different.⁣
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What special days do you have at school?
Working on social skills isn't just an activity co Working on social skills isn't just an activity confined to the classroom. There are many different ways kids and teens can work on social skills outside, too! Here are a few of my favorites. What else would you add?⁣⁣
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Also, I'm linking to the article with more info and strategies for you to try!⁣⁣
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https://www.thepathway2success.com/outdoor-activities-to-build-social-skills/
What do you think kids and teens should believe ab What do you think kids and teens should believe about themselves?⁣
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Here are a few of mine:⁣
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I can do difficult things with hard work and perseverance.⁣
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It's okay to mess up sometimes, as long as I learn and grow.⁣
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I will have tough days sometimes, and I can get past them.⁣
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This idea started off just as an IG post but turned into a whole article and free resource to use with your students.⁣
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https://www.thepathway2success.com/20-things-all-kids-should-believe-about-themselves/
Such a powerful idea we can teach kids, teens, and Such a powerful idea we can teach kids, teens, and even ourselves.
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