Are you on the lookout for engaging and fun ways to foster social-emotional learning (SEL) skills in your students? Well, you're in the right place! Whether you're a seasoned teacher or a fresh-faced educator, I've included a treasure trove of games that will transform your classroom into a hub of self-awareness, self-management, relationship building, social awareness, and responsible decision-making. These games are not only a breeze to implement, but are sure to have your students begging for more. These activities aren't just about learning; they're about making SEL skills an integral part of your classroom culture. So, let the games begin! Self-Awareness: Game 1: Empathy Chairs This game is similar to musical chairs, but it has a social-emotional learning twist. Start the music as students rotate around a circle of chairs with emotion cards on the seats. When the music stops, they'll need to grab a seat. Based on the card at their seats, students will share experiences that they have had related to that emotion. For ready-made cards and detailed directions, click here. Game 2: Feelings Charades Get ready to break the ice with a classic game of charades, but with a twist! Instead of acting out movie titles or animals, students will express various emotions using only their facial expressions and body language. This not only hones their emotional awareness but also creates a safe space for open communication about feelings. Game 3: Emotion Journaling Equip your students with journals and encourage them to express their daily emotions through words, drawings, or a combination of both. This simple yet effective exercise fosters self-awareness by helping students identify and reflect on their emotions. Bonus: It's a fantastic tool for tracking emotional trends over time. Find my favorite journal prompts for building self-awareness here. Self-Management: Game 4: Mindful Minute Challenge Kick off each class or session with a mindful minute challenge. Set a timer for 60 seconds and guide students through a brief mindfulness exercise, such as deep breathing or visualization. This routine cultivates self-management skills by teaching students to center themselves, promoting focus and emotional regulation. You can also practice mindfulness with these FREE finger labyrinths. Game 5: Goal-Setting Bingo Turn goal-setting into a game! Create bingo cards with various self-management goals (e.g., completing homework on time, staying organized, managing time effectively). As students achieve each goal, they mark it off their bingo card. The first to get a bingo enjoys a small reward. It's a playful way to instill discipline and responsibility. Or turn goal-setting into a group bulletin board. Grab the FREE goal-setting materials here. Game 6: Popcorn Game Play a game called "Popcorn." Have students get into a circle. Explain that the goal is for them to each take a turn popping into the air and clapping at the same time. The only catch is that they must go in a random order. If they "pop" up at the same time as a classmate, they should all start again. This is great way to promote impulse control. Grab detailed directions to play this game and four others here. Relationship Skills: Game 7: Collaborative Storytelling Fuel creativity and teamwork by having students work together to create a story. Each student contributes a sentence, building on the narrative created by their peers. This not only strengthens relationships but also enhances communication and cooperation skills. Plus, it's a blast to see where the story takes unexpected twists and turns! (These reading passages based on SEL learning skills are fun, too!) Game 8: Group Challenges Help students develop their relationship skills as they complete a series of fun challenges as a team. Have teams of students work together to solve 5 different challenges that focus on teamwork, collaboration, and leveraging individual strengths to emphasize the power of working together. Make planning these challenges easy with these ready-made stations. Game 9: Peer Appreciation Circle Form a circle and have students take turns expressing appreciation for the person on their right. This simple yet powerful exercise builds positive relationships within the class and reinforces the importance of acknowledging each other's strengths and contributions. Social Awareness: Game 10: Perspective Puzzles Print or draw pictures of various situations and scenarios. Have students work in pairs to discuss and understand the emotions and perspectives of the people in the pictures. This game sharpens social awareness by encouraging students to consider different viewpoints and practice empathy. I've created a set of cards for this game here. Game 11: Community Connections Scavenger Hunt Create a list of community-related items or tasks that students can complete outside of the classroom, fostering a sense of connection to the broader community. This activity enhances social awareness by encouraging students to explore and appreciate the world beyond their immediate surroundings. Responsible Decision-Making: Game 12: Decision Dilemmas Present students with real-life scenarios that require responsible decision-making. Engage them in thoughtful discussions about the potential outcomes of each choice. This game equips students with the skills to analyze situations, consider consequences, and make informed decisions—a crucial aspect of responsible decision-making. Need some scenario cards to share with students? Grab them here. Game 13: Consequence Connect Four Create a Connect Four game board with spaces featuring different consequences of actions. As students play, discuss the potential outcomes associated with each move. This visually engaging activity reinforces the concept that every decision has consequences and helps students develop a sense of responsibility. Game 14: Decision Making Prompts Get students thinking about how they might respond to situations with targeted writing prompts. Share prompts that challenges students to make a decision. Then, give them opportunity to write how they might respond. Let students share their responses with peers or small groups. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- And there you have it, a bunch of games designed to infuse your classroom with social-emotional learning! These activities are not just about learning; they're about creating an environment where students flourish emotionally, socially, and academically. So, why wait? Dive into the world of SEL games and watch your students grow into self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and socially adept individuals. Your classroom is about to become the epicenter of SEL success—game on! Wishing you lots of fun in your classroom, Mary Beth P.S. Find 15 MORE social-emotional learning activities HERE.

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Pour vos toasts ou votre crème glacée, préparez-vous un savoureux pot de caramel à la fleur de sel. C’est vraiment facile et vous avez probablement tous les ingrédients à la maison!

Ils ont une saveur très subtile, et sont très peu sucrés. Un très bon goût d'amandes grillées et de blé complet, que j'ai vraiment aimé. Ils sont copieux et parfaits pour le petit déjeuner ou même pour l'heure du thé. Moelleux et très fondants en bouche, trempés dans un verre de lait c'est un délice... p. 130 ≈ 8 quantités (proportions divisées par 2 par rapport à la recette d'origine) Pour la recette de Martha, cliquez ICI 70 g d'amandes émondées torréfiées & mixées 70 g de poudre d'amande mise 3 x 1 min au micro-ondes pour la torréfier 45 g de farine complète 35 g de farine (type 45) 35 g de sucre roux 1 grosse pincée de gros sel Fleur de sel 1 pincée de cannelle moulue 60 g de beurre froid en morceaux 1 c à s d'eau glacée Mixer ensemble la poudre d'amande torréfiée, les farines, le sucre, la fleur de sel et la cannelle. Ajouter le beurre et mixer jusqu'à ce que le mélange forme une sorte de chapelure. Ajouter l'eau si nécessaire et mélanger jusquà l'obtention d'une pâte bien homogène. Réserver au réfrigérateur 30 min pour la raffermir légèrement. Préchauffer le four à 180° Etaler la pâte sur un plan de travail légèrement fariné sur 5 mm d'épaisseur et détailler en disques de 8 cm de diamètre. Déposer sur une plaque à pâtisserie recouverte de papier sulfurisé en les espaçant. Cuire 30 min jusqu'à ce que les bords soient dorés. Laisser reposer 5 min avant de les décoller et les laisser entièrement refroidir sur une grille. Conserver dans une boîte hermétique et les consommer dans les 5 jours.

This zentangle growth mindset project is one of my favorite activities for the beginning of the school year!

Tzatziki est une sauce, spécialité grecque. Recette de trempette pour pain et légumes ! Les ingrédients : 1 concombre 2 yaourts nature 2 cuillères à soupe d'huile d'olive 1 cuillère à soupe de jus de citron. 1 gousse d'ail 2 cuillères à café d'aneth ou de menthe selon vos goûts Sel et poivre Gros sel Préparation : Râper

What better way to learn kindness than by practicing and experiencing it firsthand! Get ready to have a blast with your students - this is a fun one!! This download includes THREE interactive SEL activities to introduce kindness ideas, invite creative thinking, and provide “real-time” practice of the trait! This is such a fun way to get students talking, creating, and engaging... all while being kind to one another! Digital download gives detailed instructions on how to play each version of the activity as well as 15 "pair matches" to be used in the activity (or for other uses in your classroom!) Looking for other kindness activities for your students? See links below: Kindness Activity and the Impact of our Words Kindness Activity - Class "Snowball Fight" "Think Before You Speak" - Interactive SEL Activity

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Foster a culture of kindness with our 'Fill a Bucket' SEL Worksheet! This heartwarming activity encourages students to reflect on and plan acts of kindness to fill others' buckets. With thoughtful prompts and engaging sections, this worksheet becomes a canvas for cultivating empathy and positive con...

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