Pick up these feel-good books when you need a happy, escapist read.
Sometimes, you just want a feel-good book that will lift up your sprits. Lately, I’ve definitely been leaning hard toward happier, more life-affirming books and even if they may toe the line at being a bit saccharine at times. I guess I just really think it’s good for you to clear your mind and enjoy ...
Read the 2022 Updated Version of this Post! Fall is the unofficial Gilmore Girls season, right? I usually start my rewatch of the show in October because it doesn’t really feel like Fall until then. I love Autumn but I also love Summer and try to hang on as long as possible! Gilmore Girls alwa
Pick up these feel-good books when you need a happy, escapist read.
This post is part of my Books That Feel Like This... series, showcasing books that feel like whatever you want more of in life.
This little DIY emotions flip book is a fun way to help children learn about and understand the varying emotions that people feel.
So much Twitter love from my post about my walls this year. Y’all know how to make a girl feel good! I don’t have my lesson plans ready, and am not entirely sure what I’m doing on…
Here are 21 relaxing books to read before bed. These books will inspire, motivate, and entertain you as well as help you fall asleep and wake up feeling better.
Social-emotional activities have never been more important for younger kids.
Some of the most common topics I see social workers and counselors teach is feeling identification and regulation. And it makes sense! Almost every student in need of counseling services could benefit ways to identify emotions in themselves or others, or learn ways to cope those feelings! As a result, I put together this activity ...
feature art Emotion Sensation Wheel: A new kind of feeling wheel. A therapist-designed resource designed to help make connections between our brains and bodies. Unlike a traditional feelings wheel (first published in 1982 by Gloria
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This activity pairs perfectly with the book "Stand in My Shoes: Kids Learning About Empathy" by Bob Sornson. There is a video of the book being read aloud on YouTube. Kids identify what gives them certain emotions and learn that they can know how others feel by thinking "how would I feel if it were me?"
In this reading, you can ask me three questions which I will answer with 10 cards per question. These three questions can be about one situation, so you can really figure it out! Or it can be three different situations. Please put your questions below and let me know any information you feel I should know before I do the reading. The reading is delivered to you by e-mail and consists of a document with pictures and meanings of the cards and advice.
As it is the joyous day of love *vomits*, I thought I'd share with you five books that will make you fall in love with life and feel all those happy love related endorphins. You can love a person, but they may disappear, so why not make sure you love your life even more? Have
The Color Monster is the story of a monster who, with the help from a little girl, learns about his emotions through different colors. This book companion is the perfect cross-curricular addition to your classroom for teaching your students about their emotions. What is included? • Visual craft with step-by-step real picture sequencing • Writing activity (to go along with the craft - great for bulletin board displays!) • STEM emotion activity • Visual recipe to make monster cookies • 7 differentiated cut/paste worksheets (errorless included) • Task box emotion clip cards When do you use book companions? Book companions are a great addition to any reading or language arts block. They also serve as a great print-and-go lesson for any substitute binder. PLEASE NOTE * 1. You will need to purchase the book The Color Monster - A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas to go along with the book companion and craftivity. 2. Part of this book companion is included in the January Mini Lesson Plan Pack. Connect with me: • Newsletter • Blog • Facebook • Instagram • Pinterest • Don't forget about the green ★ to follow my store to get notifications of new resources and freebies! Thanks for Looking and Happy Teaching!
These eight different editable name coloring pages are so much fun for kids and adults alike! They're also printable and free!
This is a great activity that teaches how to build classroom community and mindfulness in the classroom. It's perfect for a variety of ages.
Abuse is not always straightforward and in-your-face, however, quiet verbal abuse can have the same impact on your psych nevertheless, maybe even more.
Musical key characteristics are something that are never talked about for some odd reason. It's not like professional songwriters choose a random key...
I am making this post because I couldn't find a tutorial ANYWHERE online. I visited my best friend a few weeks ago and her 3 year old had this book that her pre-school teachers made. Sawyer fell in LOVE with it, so I knew I had to make one for her. It was fairly simple once I had all of the supplies. To make it you will need: CD sleeves (Office Depot) 1" album rings (Hobby Lobby) reinforcement labels (Office Depot) Hole Punch Double Sided Tape Different materials for texture. I used: Silky-silk fabric Leathery-leather scraps in the jewelry making section at hobby lobby Bumpy-snakeskin scrapbook paper Crinkly-plastic that I removed from the CD sleeves Furry-fur in the craft section Foamy-foam sheets Scratchy-glittery foam sheet Rough-cardboard scrapbooking sheet I first (very carefully) removed the plastic from the CD sleeves. This was tedious because the paper rips easily. Once I had the plastic removed, I made three holes on the side of all the sleeves. I then put reinforcement stickers over the holes. Next I cut each texture to the size I needed to fit into the sleeve. I then put pieces of double sided tape on the back of the material and slid it into the sleeve. Then I taped the flap shut with clear packing tape. After I had all of the sleeves finished, I put them together with the album rings. I printed a label to go in the front sleeve, and that was it! I went through and wrote in sharpie each texture. I wanted to print cute ones, but the space is pretty small so I just wrote them. It's a HUGE hit! She has been playing with it for a few days now, and it's holding up well. I have gone back and reinforced some spots with more clear packing tape, but so far she's being pretty gentle with it! I hope this helps anyone who wants to make one of these for their little one!
Introducing a story about using your imagination to create limitless adventures ~ featured in the MaiStoryBook Library Collection: “Grumpy Monkey” by Suzanne Lang, Illustrated by Max Lang *~Click h…
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Developing empathy in children has never been more fun than with this collection of 19 simple empathy activities for kids!
If you are looking for a creative way to assess student summer reading, have your kids design a Peek-a-Boo book scene. Continue reading →
Whether you are trying to write a novel, pen an epic poem, or maintain a blog about this or that, it’s inevitable that you will at some point experience one of the following: lack of inspiration decrease in motivation general malaise writing burnout general I-don’t-give-a-shit Some people refer to these symptoms as “writer’s block,” but I … Continue reading What to Write About When You Have Nothing to Write About
I’ve had this giant gap of space above my wall of classroom cabinets the last two years. I’m decorating it, one little piece at a time. This week, I decided to create a giant copy of my…
Teach your students how to be a good friend with the book Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend and this FREEBIE (anchor chart and class book)!
Scaffold your instruction with these teaching scaffolding strategies to help bridge readiness and mastery for your elementary students!
Social-emotional intelligence is key to teaching our children the skills they need to manage all sorts of different situations.
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As some of you may know, I had somewhat of a “deprived” childhood. I’ve never seen Bambi, Winnie the Pooh, Sesame Street, or a whole assortment of commonplace children’s shows and movies. I’ve never been to any zoo. And I don’t remember ever eating a Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich before the age of 15....
Echoes: 24 Modern Knits Inspired by Iconic Women features knitwear patterns dedicated to incredible women — both real and fictional — who have influenced the designer Susan Crawford’s life. The array of icons includes authors such as Beatrix Potter and Virginia Woolf, the musicians Cyndi Lauper and Kate Bush, as well as activists, artists, garden designers and more. This versatile collection features a variety of styles and techniques. It includes cardigans, sweaters, vests, and a dress, as well as shawls, socks, hats, mittens, a blanket, and even a tie. Susan created the designs to resemble heirloom pieces, well-loved and handed down through generations, with stories interwoven into their fabric.The book showcases the continuing impact of others on each of us, and how inspiration often works: creating layers within layers, echoes within echoes. Susan Crawford is a British knitwear designer and author with her own hand-dyed yarn range. She is known for her work on modernising vintage knitwear patterns. Echoes is Susan’s eighth book. Learn more: Pattern Previews for EchoesSusan Crawford — Honouring History and Iconic Women
