Using social stories to teach social skills gives students direct and meaningful direction in learning essential social skills.
12 interactive and fun games to teach self-control and build self-regulation skills for kids and teens. Strong skills for self-control are the foundation for success in and outside of the classroom.
Behavior : Good or Bad choices (right or wrong) This worksheet activity for the students in your group as well as students who have a hard time making good choices. (Decision Making right, wrong, good or bad worksheet,activity, social skill kids) Which students behave as good students and which ones aren’t? The students can color the smiley face for Yes or the sad face for No. Enjoy and If you like the this worksheet Please follow my store Thank you so much. (Educa Studio by AJP)
Learn how to teach children self-control the right way with this collection of fun yet powerful self-regulation strategies and activities for kids!
Need effective emotional regulation activities for kids? Is your child struggling w big emotions, thoughts, feelings, & behavior? Read this!
Social stories can be a very visual and concrete way to teach students social skills. Some students naturally understand social expectations and ways to behave, and others need more explicit teaching. In my opinion, social stories do the explicit teaching when done correctly. Students need to be able to easily understand the social skill that ... Read More about Using Social Stories to Teach Social Skills and Appropriate Ways to Behave
Self-regulation is a critical skill for people of all ages. It is the ability that helps us to control our behaviors to make good decisions for the long-term, rather than just doing what we want in the moment. It's also the skill that allows us to manage our emotions when we're feeling angry, disapp
Self Control Counseling Lesson - This self control classroom counseling lesson plan will help students in grades 1-2 understand what self control is and what self control looks like, sounds like, and feels like. Students learn ways of demonstrating self control and then practice during a yoga movement break and partner turn taking activity. What's included: Detailed, scripted lesson plan (color and BW) Visual aid (color and BW) Whole class sorting activity (color and BW) Individual student fortune teller handout (color and BW, blank and pre-filled) FAQS: Q: Do I need extra materials? A: You'll need your favorite self control read-aloud, like Clark the Shark or What If Everybody Did That? You'll also need scissors, writing utensils, and coloring utensils. Q: How long will this take? A: I did this lesson in a 45-minute block with my first grade students. All students are different. Q: Can I use this in small groups or with an individual student? A: Absolutely! Find more self control resources here!
How can you support the development of self-regulation in kids? This huge resource is full of self-regulation games, information, books, and more!
Looking for ways to discipline kids at home that actually work? We have 9 effective behavior management techniques for parents you don't want to miss!
Games can be the perfect tool to introduce and teach social emotional learning skills to kids and young adults. These are the skills that help kids become more self-aware, develop positive relationships, show empathy towards others, manage emotions, use self-control, resolve conflicts, and make posi
Anger games are great resource to develop coping skills at home, school or in a counseling environment. A review of anger management games available in the market.
Working with kids and young adults who are oppositional can be challenging. Being oppositional might mean refusing to do work, breaking rules, and engaging in other challenging behaviors. The truth is, many kids can be oppositional from time to time, so many of these strategies work with all learner
Being able to de-escalate and defuse situations with kids and young adults is an extremely helpful skill. Kids and young adults who become emotionally overwhelmed or irritated in a situation may begin to express their emotions in challenging ways. Some examples of these behaviors might include aggre
These Zones of Regulation activities and strategies are beneficial to kids struggling with self-regulation and emotional control through coping strategies.
Helping students become better at regulating their own emotions seems to be an increasing priority for educators. But how do you teach emotional regulation?
Working with kids and young adults who are oppositional can be challenging. Being oppositional might mean refusing to do work, breaking rules, and engaging in other challenging behaviors. The truth is, many kids can be oppositional from time to time, so many of these strategies work with all learner
Printable social stories for kids, including free social stories & social story templates
When we began considering preschool options for our twins, I remember specifically telling my husband, “I honestly don’t care what they learn academically, that will come with time. All I really want is for them to learn to play well in the sandbox.” We ended up choosing a co-op which provided ple
Teaching self control to kids can often times become a tricky topic. When a child hears, “Use self control”, do they even know what that means? So often we expect kids to know exactly what we mean or how to behave, but we fall short in our teaching and explanation. We cannot expect a child ... Read More about Self Control: What it Really Means to Kids
These Zones of Regulation activities and strategies are beneficial to kids struggling with self-regulation and emotional control through coping strategies.
DESCRIPTION: DBT or dialectical behavior therapy was created by Marsha Linehan, and has since been used in many settings. It incorporates 4 different different strategies: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance and Emotional Regulation. ACCEPTS is a DBT Distress Tolerance Skill that focuses on the ability to accept what we cannot control, and instead- distracting our minds and body and focus on something that we can control and something that is able to self soothe us. This high quality fun boho print, printed on glossy paper will be a great additive for a comprehensive DBT program, a social worker in private practice, those in occupational therapy or anything in between! QUESTIONS: For any questions about a product, please reach out and ask me! FORMAT/SIZE: Physical Prints are 8.5 x 11 inches. REFUNDS: Refunds within 7 days for physical prints. DISCLAIMER: Frame not included Other DBT Prints: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheraprintsByAutumn?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1390799698§ion_id=40997995
Using social stories to teach social skills gives students direct and meaningful direction in learning essential social skills.
Fun Social Skills Games kids and teens. Fun social emotional learning (communication skills, emotional regulation, and more)
Trying to teach flexible thinking? Check out these engaging flexible thinking exercises that are sure to get your students on the right track.
Impulsivity is a characteristic of human behavior that can lead to either seizing valuable opportunities or making disastrous decisions. It involves acting on urges or desires without taking time to think things through. Impulse control, on the other hand, is the ability to manage and regulate these urges by pausing to consider the consequences of one's actions. The Impulse Control Activities For Kids is a resource for child and teen clients struggling to manage their impulses, particularly in moments of excitement or distress. The top section describes examples of common impulsive behaviors, such as impatience, excessive talking, and other related actions. The bottom section provides seven practical tips on controlling these impulses. Children using this handout can develop the skills to make smarter choices, resist immediate impulses, and thoughtfully consider the possible consequences of their actions. Caring adults can provide support by asking relevant questions and teaching them to respond with logic and reasoning. For instance, asking questions like "What might happen if you act on this impulse right away?" or "Is there a better choice you can make that will help you in the long run?" encourages thoughtful decision-making. This handout can be found in our 29-page ADHD Handouts Bundle, which provides resources to assist kids and teens in understanding and managing ADHD symptoms. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of ADHD worksheets and handouts. References: Chen, H., Meng, L., Yu, Y., Chen, C., Hung, L., Lin, S., & Chi, H. (2021). Developmental traits of impulse control behavior in school children under controlled attention, motor function, and perception. Children, 8(10), 922. https://doi.org/10.3390/children8100922 Jensen, P. S. (2022). Inattention and impulsivity in children and adolescents: A developmental and contextual framework to understand attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and its variants. Pediatric Medicine, 5, 8-8. https://doi.org/10.21037/pm-20-99
Here we discuss self-regulation in preschoolers, development, and activities for self-regulation strategies in the 3-5 age.
Social emotional learning is the foundation of a successful classroom by creating an environment of inclusion and respect.
33 Evidence-based (and FUN!) SOCIAL SKILLS ACTIVITIES for KIDS + 🎁 FREE PRINTABLE activity. Explore: starting conversations, respecting personal space, expressing emotions
Teaching empathy is important. In the simplest of terms, empathy is the ability to notice, understand, and share the emotions of others. It is a critical social skill for all people to have. In many ways, empathy is the social skill that paves the way for all other social skills. It helps us to take
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) introduces various techniques that clients can use to cope with their emotions and prevent themselves from engaging in problematic behaviors. These techniques include mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. The DBT Cheat Sheet handout serves as a quick reference that compiles many key DBT strategies clients can implement in challenging situations. For example, during a crisis, they may benefit from self-soothing with their six senses, which can be found on the handout under “distress tolerance.” Skills described in the DBT cheat sheet can support kids in improving emotional regulation, and developing healthier interpersonal relationships. Teachers can print multiple copies of this handout and introduce DBT concepts as part of social-emotional learning (SEL). We also recommend explaining or demonstrating how each technique may be applied in real-life scenarios. This cheat sheet is included in our DBT Coping Skills handout bundle, which provides 1-page reference guides to each of the main DBT skills modules. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Zapolski, C. B., & Smith, G. T. (2017). Pilot study: Implementing a brief DBT skills program in schools to reduce health risk behaviors among early adolescents. The Journal of School Nursing : The Official Publication of the National Association of School Nurses, 33(3), 198. https://doi.org/10.1177/1059840516673188 Chapman, A. L. Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Current Indications and Unique Elements. Psychiatry (Edgmont), 3(9), 62-68. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2963469/
Let me start by confessing that when I said last Tuesday I'd be back again this week to share some more YouTube clips, I wasn't actually that confident that I would be... But here I am! Gold star for me. :) Today's clips are brain breaks - those that you can use at any time of your day to allow your kidlets to get their wiggles out. I like to have brain breaks that the children can copy or follow along with - saves those flailing dance moves and break dancing on the floor that do nothing other than hype the kids up. (Is it just me or do some kids have no other freestyle dance moves than mad waving and jumping?) Just a reminder - always watch a clip before you show it to your class, and check the sidebar etc. for inappropriate ads and images, just in case! First up is our current favourite, Dooby Wop the Robot Dance! Who doesn't love Sid the sloth? Try his Sid Shuffle! This one's great for little ones - The Hokey Pokey is an oldie but a goodie! Hi 5 is perfect for the classroom because of their G-rated dance moves. :) Move Your Body gets the kids up and wiggling. If your class likes this one, there's a heap more from Hi 5 you can try. OK, I know I said I like to have a clip that the kids can follow - but this one is freestyle! You will be the 'Best Teacher Ever' if you work this one into your playlist - it's definitely the flavour of the month (year?). Before I go I'll mention something that I'm positive is already on your radar: TpT is holding a SALE this Thursday and Friday (the 27th and 28th) to celebrate being 3 million sellers strong! My store along with many others will be 20% off during this time. Enter the code TPT3 when you checkout to grab and extra discount. Happy dancing! Lauren
This free resources packet accompanies the Conflict Resolution Collection at Slumberkins, featuring Hammerhead. These activities encourage emotional regulation, emotional expression, and positive social skills. To find the accompanying book, character, and additional social-emotional curriculum that extends the learning found in this free download, visit: https://slumberkins.com/pages/hello-educators Connect with us on Instagram at @slumberkinseducators
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 b
Promoting social skills in special education is essential. Discover helpful strategies and instructional activities that encourage social skills and communication. Using tools like social stories, role playing exercises, group activities, and visual support can help improve communication, cooperation, and positive social interactions. Read more on how to help your students improve their social skills.
