Teachers are starting to think about back to school time. Even though it’s probably far away for you (and you still have plenty of time to relax, travel, go shopping, visit the beach, or enjoy whatever it is you do), it’s also the perfect time to start thinking about what resources and materials you’d like […]
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About Me
My name is Kristina (you can call me Kris) and I am special educator with over 10 years of teaching experience. Most of that time I spent teaching middle school, but I have spent time teaching elementary and high school learners as well. I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education and started […]
Improving Sleep: A Strategy to Help Kids & Teens Build Focus and More
Getting enough quality sleep can have a remarkable effect on kids’ abilities to focus, manage emotions, and feel their best. Simply put, sleep is an incredibly powerful activity and tool. We all need sleep to meet our individual potentials. While it’s absolutely true that parents and guardians have more control over kids getting enough sleep […]
Attention Strategies for Kids and Teens
Attention is the ability that allows us to focus on a person or task for a period of time. Being able to focus well on different tasks and activities helps us learn, grow, and make progress in all areas of life. At the same time, learning to tune-in and concentrate can be a challenging skill […]
Self-Control Resources
Self-control is the ability to stop and think before we act. Ultimately, this is an essential social skill for success; it helps us make the best choices for now and the future. While stopping and thinking seems like a simple ability, developing strong self-control actually has many components and requires lots of practice. Consider some […]
20 Self-Control Activities for Middle School
Self-control is the ability to stop and think before we act. The truth is that we use self-control all the time, from choosing to say kind words to deciding when to start a chore. Ultimately, strong self-control skills can help kids and teens make good decisions now and in the future. While self-control is an […]
15+ End of the Day Social Emotional Learning Activities
Sometimes, the end of the day in the classroom can feel rushed and chaotic. The good news is that it doesn’t have to feel that way. The end of the day can be one of the very best times to integrate social-emotional skills into the classroom. Why practice SEL activities at the end of the […]
30 Social-Emotional Learning Activities for Every Classroom
How do I integrate social emotional learning? This is a question many educators are asking themselves. The good news is that there are countless ways to add SEL into the classroom, without it taking over your entire day. Social-emotional learning is a huge umbrella that accounts for the way we build relationships and teach meaningful […]
Parent Support for Managing Emotions
Managing emotions is a social-emotional skill that allows children and teenagers to understand and cope with their every day feelings. Click on any of the frequently asked questions (click right on the picture!) for more information. Managing Emotions More Information for Families More Questions? Feel free to use the contact form to submit a question […]
12 Basic Social Skills Kids Need
Social skills are a critical element to helping kids succeed socially, emotionally, personally, and even academically. These are the skills are the behaviors that help kids join in conversations, collaborate with peers, develop lasting friendships, self-advocate when they need help, and so much more. It would be ideal if all learners walked into classrooms equipped […]
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