St. Patrick's Day Craft - 2-in-1 - Self Love & Kindness Activity - SEL Craft
By FUNctional Academics Educator
No Prep - St. Patrick's Day Self Love Craft & Kindness Activity - Social Emotional Craft and Worksheets - March Bulletin Board
This St. Patrick's Day Self-Love Craft - Self Love is Golden is a fantastic social-emotional learning activity for your students to practice positive self-talk and nurture a growth mindset. It provides a great opportunity for students to embrace self-love during the St. Patrick’s Day season. In this engaging activity, students will brainstorm and write empowering self-love words on golden coins, symbolizing the unique treasures within themselves.
The centerpiece of this craft is a pot of gold, that will be decorated with personalized gold coins, each carrying a powerful affirmation. Students can express their unique qualities and affirmations, fostering a sense of self-worth and positivity.
Spread the joy by encouraging students to share their self-love messages with others, creating a ripple effect of positivity within your classroom. Consider displaying the pot of gold and golden coins as a bulletin board or adding a festive touch to your St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Guide:
Self Love Craft:
Ready-to-print PDF format
2 versions of the craft
2 levels:
15 cover options - 3 blank covers
18 different types of brainstorming worksheets
2 pages with 30 example self-love words that can be used as a reference or cut out as a modification for students
6 different coin option pages
12 scissor-free worksheet options
Bulletin Board Kit:
TOTAL:
⭐ 2-in-1 Self Love St. Patrick's Day Craft
⭐ 1 Bulletin Board Kit
⭐ 53 total sheets
Looking for more St. Patrick's Day resources?
March Life Skills Morning Work
March Morning Work BUNDLE - Digital & Paper
St. Patrick's Day Shopping Task Cards
St. Patrick's Day Functional Texts
St. Patrick's Day Recipes
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Valentine's Day Craft - 2-in-1 - Self Love Activity & Valentine - SEL Craft
By FUNctional Academics Educator
No Prep - Valentine's Day Self Love Craft & Appreciation Valentine Activity - Social Emotional Craft and Worksheets - February Bulletin Board
This Valentine's Day Chocolate Heart Box - Self-Love Craft is an ideal social-emotional learning activity for your students to engage in positive self-talk and foster a growth mindset. It offers a wonderful opportunity for students to express self-love during the Valentine's Day season. Students will brainstorm words that reflect self-love and use their creativity to design and decorate their own chocolate heart box and chocolates.
Moreover, this activity can serve a dual purpose by creating Valentines for loved ones at home. Instead of self-love words, students can use positive words to describe the person they are making the Valentine for.
Lettering and decorations included for a festive Valentine's Day bulletin board to showcase the students' creativity and celebrate the season of love.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Guide:
Self Love Craft:
Ready-to-print PDF format
2 versions of the craft
2 levels:
13 cover options - 1 blank cover
12 different types of brainstorming worksheets
2 pages with 30 example self-love words that can be used as a reference or cut out as a modification for students
Inside of the craft and 5 different chocolate option pages
4 scissor-free worksheet options
Bulletin Board Kit:
TOTAL:
⭐ 2-in-1 Self Love Valentine Craft
⭐ 1 Bulletin Board Kit
⭐ 36 total sheets
Looking for more Valentine's Day resources?
Addressing Envelopes - Valentine's Day Edition
Advertisement Comprehension - Valentine's Day Edition
Valentine's Day Shopping Task Cards
Advertisement Comprehension - Valentine's Day Edition
February Life Skills Morning Work - Valentine's Day Edition
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Disagreeing Respectfully SEL Presentation + Worksheet
By Erin Cusumano
This lesson provides a framework (including a step-by-step break downs and examples) for situations where disagreement arises. The lesson covers when it is productive to voice disagreement, when it is not, steps to handle both situations, and how to move past disagreement when it is not able to be resolved.
With middle and high school students I find this topic is relevant just about everyday in the classroom with peers and staff. I carefully made this lesson to cover disagreement neutrally, not framing it as universally good or bad, but dependent on context and delivery.
This lesson is a great chance to add in activities that promote self-advocacy and larger themes of pro-social communication. The lesson includes a presentation (10 slides), a worksheet (2 pages), and a presentation guide (1 page). With other free sources (which I discuss in the presentation guide) I made this lesson span over 4 days.
The slides and worksheet are simple to increase comprehension and suit middle through high school students.
Making Responsible Decisions w/ Values SEL Lesson + Worksheet
By Erin Cusumano
This lesson provides a framework (including a step-by-step break down) for decision making. A pivotal part of the framework is applying values to help you decide on the best choice for you. Values are explored, promoting self-awareness, and incorporated into decision making skills. The lesson also differentiates between consequential and inconsequential decisions to encourage thinking about what choices require more thought and energy.
As middle and high schoolers are headed toward bigger, more consequential decisions this lesson enables them to identify their values and emphasizes the role knowing your values plays in making choices that align with the life students want and the people students want to be.
The slides and worksheet are simple to increase comprehension and suit middle through high school students.
This lesson includes presentation notes (discussion points and questions slide-by-slide included) (2 pages), slides to present (8 slides) , and a worksheet (1 page).
By Erin Cusumano
An eco-map is often used an assessment tool in clinical mental health settings, but can be a beneficial SEL activity for social awareness. This exercise can be modified for small children all the way through adults.
The graph asks the participant to picture their social life as an ecosystem where they are at the center. In the blank space around them they can write in all of their formal and informal social ties and resources they have. (For younger children I suggest offering the option to draw the people in their life!) For further reflection, the participant can then add a + to signify if the person/resource is a positive part of their life, a - to signify if the person/resource is a negative part of their life, or write +- to signify a give and take relationship.
I use this worksheet along with social awareness lessons to encourage students to think about who they can ask for help from, who they have as supports, or reflect on relationships. It also allows you to gain insight into your students' life and resources outside of the classroom.
Preparing for Social Situations SEL Presentation + Activity
By Erin Cusumano
This lesson teaches students about the value of thinking ahead before entering new/challenging social situations, walks through how to do so, and uses a worksheet for practice.
The aim of the lesson is to give students the tools to think ahead- working goal setting and self-management skills. The main takeaways from this lesson should be the value of learning about social norms, goal setting, planning ahead, and how to do these things. It is also stressed that while social norms may feel ambiguous they are most often specific and can be learned.
The lesson includes a presentation (10 slides), a worksheet (2 pages), and a presentation guide (3 pages).
The slides and worksheet are simple to increase comprehension and suit middle through high school students.
Stress Management SEL Presentation + Worksheet
By Erin Cusumano
This lesson emphasizes identifying stress as a process that takes place in the brain and body, identifying when stress can be helpful (eustress), when stress becomes overwhelming (distress), and emphasizes the use of coping skills to mitigate the negative effects of stress.
I find older kids often know their preferred copings skills and have often already spent time with their helping adults exploring/practicing them. So, this lesson does NOT teach specific coping skills. Instead, it explains what is going on in the brain and body when stress is felt, how stress is natural and normal, and why use of coping skills is important to capitalize on stress when we need it. Teaching about stress as normal, and even positive, offers a validating and empowering approach to encouraging the use of positive coping skills.
The slides and worksheet are simple to increase comprehension and suit middle through high school students.
This lesson includes presentation notes (discussion points and questions slide-by-slide included) (2 pages), slides to present (8 slides) , and a worksheet (1 page).
By Erin Cusumano
This worksheet challenges students to use perspective taking skills and answer questions about someone they care about. Students are prompted to answer about the feelings/preferences of someone they know, the thoughts behind why they feel that way, and to look for something in common (thoughts, experiences, motivations) between themselves and this person.
This worksheet aims to give students a chance to practice "stepping in to someone else's shoes" and extending their understanding of that persons experience.
Social Skills SEL Bundle: Communication
By Erin Cusumano
These lessons combined aim to prepare students to manage communicating their thoughts and feelings, even in emotionally charged moments.
Preparing for Social Situations teaches skills to think ahead towards challenging/new situations- working goal setting and self-management skills.
Expressing Feelings to Others teaches positive and negative forms of expression, organizing positive expression into steps, and encourages taking responsibility for your own feelings
Disagreeing Respectfully covers when it is productive to voice disagreement, when it is not, steps to handle both situations, and how to move past disagreement when it is not able to be resolved.
This bundle includes 3 presentations, 3 worksheets, activity suggestions, and a guide for all lessons.
Managing Testing Anxiety SEL Bundle
By Erin Cusumano
This bundle combines general information of managing stress and how coping skills work to improve mental health with a lesson specific to testing anxiety.
Stress management explores identifying stress as a process that takes place in the brain and body, identifying when stress can be helpful (eustress), when stress becomes overwhelming (distress), and emphasizes the use of coping skills to mitigate the negative effects of stress.
Coping skills explore multiple options for positive copings skills and encourages students to identify one that works for them. The lesson looks at positive vs. negative coping skills, problem-focused vs. emotion-focused coping skills, and how coping skills work to affect thoughts, feelings and actions.
Managing Testing Anxiety aims to give students the tools to feel prepared to manage the stress that may arise when preparing for or taking a test- working self-awareness and self-management.
Together these lessons create a comprehensive week of preparing students to effective manage stress and anxiety relating to tests and academics generally.
This bundle includes 3 presentations, 2 worksheets, a project, and a guide for each lesson.
Stress Management + Coping Skills SEL Bundle
By Erin Cusumano
These two lessons naturally go hand in hand!
Stress management explores identifying stress as a process that takes place in the brain and body, identifying when stress can be helpful (eustress), when stress becomes overwhelming (distress), and emphasizes the use of coping skills to mitigate the negative effects of stress.
Coping skills explore multiple options for positive copings skills and encourages students to identify one that works for them. The lesson looks at positive vs. negative coping skills, problem-focused vs. emotion-focused coping skills, and how coping skills work to affect thoughts, feelings and actions.
Together these lesson explain the processes behind stress and how coping skills counteract when stress becomes overwhelming.
This build includes 2 presentations ( 7 slides in one, 8 slides in another), a stress management worksheet (1 page), a coping skills worksheet (1 Page) that can accompany a no-prep activity, and guides for both lessons.
Glimmers Bulletin Board, Activities & powerpoint to Help kids find their joy!
By Until the Pieces Fit
Glimmers, which are the opposite of triggers are those moments of pure joy and serenity that light up their lives. I use the materials to share and practice glimmers with my students & after just 3 days back the kids have already started using the term "glimmer" when something brings them joy!
The word Glimmers originates from Deb Dana, LCSW, psychotherapist, and author who coined the term. Glimmers which is the opposite of a trigger are those fleeting instances that bring us warmth and peace, offering a profound positive impact on our mental health. With gratitude & written permission from Deb Dana, I'm thrilled to share these activities with fellow educators!
Materials Included:
PowerPoint: Utilize the included PowerPoint slide show to introduce the concept of Glimmers to your students. With 40 slides featuring real-life pictures, students can begin to recognize things that bring them Glimmers. It also helps create connection and shared interests, with their classmates.
Worksheets:
8 student pages
identify your glimmers (things that make me happy, included, helpful etc)
I feel a glimmer when....
track your glimmers
Things I see, taste and hear that bring me glimmers
Bulletin Board: Colorful lettering (multiple styles) to make a bulletin board for your classroom or your school. Cards are included for students (& staff) to share the things that bring them glimmers
2 pages of "me and my Glimmer". Take a picture of your students happy with their glimmers & attach to the page. A great reminder of the things that bring us joy.
8x11 Posters: Sprinkle your class or school with five 8x11 posters. Whether it's in your classroom, hallway, or on your door, these posters serve as tangible reminders to celebrate life's Glimmers.
Exploration Beyond: Curious to learn more? Dive into the enlightening USA Today article on Glimmers and their mental health benefits: Link to USA Today Article. You can also explore more about Deb Dana and her insights on regulation at Deb Dana's Website.
Join us in extending a heartfelt thank you to Deb Dana for her gracious permission to incorporate her trademarked concept into these materials, inspiring a wave of positivity and well-being.
Do you need other materials that are adapted for student learning? I am a Special Education teacher with 22 years of classroom experience. I am constantly creating new materials to help my students stay engaged with a positive learning environment.
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MINDFULNESS COLORING PAGES - Social Emotional Learning Activities
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Introduce mindfulness practices to children and adults alike with this collection of eight beautifully crafted mindfulness coloring pages. Each page offers a unique design specifically curated to promote relaxation, focus, and inner peace through the therapeutic art of coloring.
BENEFITS:
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
SELF-ESTEEM WORKSHEETS - Social Emotional Learning Activities for Kids
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Are you looking for effective ways to boost your child's self-esteem and promote positive social-emotional learning? Our Self-Esteem Worksheets - Social Emotional Learning Activities are the perfect solution!
This comprehensive set includes a variety of engaging worksheets and activities designed to help children recognize their strengths, build confidence, and develop a positive self-image. Ideal for teachers, parents, and counselors, this resource provides valuable tools to support children's emotional growth and well-being.
What’s Included:
Transform your approach to social-emotional learning with our Self-Esteem Worksheets - Social Emotional Learning Activities and provide your child with a fun and educational experience. Perfect for enhancing self-esteem, promoting positive thinking, and supporting emotional well-being. Get your set today and help your child build a strong, positive self-image!
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
ANTIBULLYING COLORING PAGES - Color against Bullying
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Looking for a way to discuss the important topic of bullying in a child-friendly manner? Our Antibullying Coloring Pages provide a gentle yet effective medium for addressing this serious issue. With seven different pages featuring themes of kindness, respect, and inclusivity, this resource offers an engaging approach to teach children about the effects of bullying and the importance of empathy.
Introduce your homeschooler to the values of kindness and empathy with our Antibullying Coloring Pages. Designed to spark conversation and reflection, these coloring pages serve as a tool for parents to discuss the impact of bullying in a way that is accessible and appropriate for children. Each page includes positive messages and scenarios that promote anti-bullying awareness.
KEY FEATURES:
Our Antibullying Coloring Pages are not only a creative activity for homeschoolers but also a crucial educational resource. They help foster an environment of understanding and respect, preparing children to face social challenges and promote positivity in their interactions.
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
KINDNESS COLORING PAGES - Spread Kindness with 8 Inspirational Designs to Color!
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to teach your children about kindness? Our "Kindness Coloring Pages" provide the perfect opportunity to do just that! With 8 beautifully designed coloring pages, each themed around the concept of kindness, children can learn important values while expressing their creativity.
Here’s what makes our coloring pages a must-have:
Encourage the values of kindness and compassion in your home or classroom with these engaging and educational coloring pages. Download now and start coloring today!
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
FINGER TRACING CALMING CARDS - Emotional Regulation Resource
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Introducing our Finger Tracing Calming Cards, an engaging resource designed to bring moments of peace and focus to your day. This set includes 12 vibrant cards, with two unique designs per page, each offering a soothing path for your fingers to follow.
Crafted to help users of all ages find a sense of calm and improve concentration, these colorful cards are perfect for classrooms, therapy sessions, or quiet moments at home. Whether you're looking to provide a calming activity for anxious students, a focusing tool for ADHD, or simply a peaceful break during a busy day, these finger tracing cards are an accessible and effective solution. Embrace the tranquility and watch stress melt away as you trace your path to calm.
BENEFITS OF USE:
Incorporate these Finger Tracing Calming Cards into your daily routine or therapeutic practice to offer a simple yet effective path to relaxation and concentration, proving that sometimes, peace is just a fingertip away.
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
GRATITUDE JOURNAL WORKSHEETS - Cultivating Thankfulness and Positive Mindsets
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Are you looking for meaningful activities to help children understand and appreciate gratitude? Our Gratitude Journal Worksheets for Kids are the perfect resource to nurture a positive mindset and encourage thankfulness.
Designed to be both engaging and educational, these worksheets offer children a structured way to explore and express their gratitude. Ideal for teachers, parents, and counselors, this resource supports social-emotional learning and helps children develop a habit of appreciation.
What’s Included:
Benefits of Gratitude Journal Worksheets for Kids:
Why Choose Our Gratitude Journal Worksheets?
Incorporate the Gratitude Journal Worksheets for Kids into your daily routine and watch as children develop a deeper sense of appreciation and positivity. Perfect for classroom activities, home learning, or as a part of therapy sessions. Order your set today and start cultivating gratitude in young minds!
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
COLLABORATIVE COLORING MOSAIC TILES: Boost Fine Motor Skills and Foster Teamwork
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Are you on the hunt for a captivating activity to nurture your little learners' fine motor skills while promoting teamwork and creativity? Look no further! Our Collaborative Coloring Mosaic Tiles resource is the perfect solution. With 7 distinct coloring mosaic tiles coloring pages included, this engaging resource provides an enriching experience that will not only enhance fine motor skills but also encourage collaborative learning.
Here's what you can expect from our Collaborative Coloring Mosaic Tiles:
Our Collaborative Coloring Mosaic Tiles are a fantastic addition to your arsenal of educational activities. Whether you're a parent looking for a creative bonding experience at home or an educator seeking a unique way to teach teamwork in the classroom, this resource is tailor-made for you. Watch as your young learners come together to create vibrant and collaborative masterpieces while honing their fine motor skills. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to foster both creativity and cooperation in your children's development. Grab your resource today and embark on a colorful journey of growth and teamwork!
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
AUTUMN FINGER TRACING CALMING CARDS - 12 Fall-Themed Fine Motor Skill
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Are you searching for a calming and educational activity to engage your child during the autumn season? Look no further! Our Autumn Finger Tracing Calming Cards offer the perfect blend of sensory stimulation and fine motor skill development.
These beautifully designed, fall-themed cards are ideal for both home and classroom settings, providing a peaceful and focused activity for children of all ages. Perfect for parents, teachers, and occupational therapists, these cards are a wonderful resource for sensory play and motor skill enhancement.
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Benefits of Autumn Finger Tracing Calming Cards:
Why Choose Our Autumn Finger Tracing Calming Cards?
Transform your autumn activities with the Autumn Finger Tracing Calming Cards and provide your child with a soothing and educational experience. Perfect for fall-themed lessons, quiet time activities, or sensory play sessions.
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.