Knowing how to introduce yourself is an important skill to master and make a good habit. Here are 6 simple steps to teach your children- it's easy & fun!

Teaching kids to save money is one of the most important things that you can do as a parent! We've got some great tips, plus a free printable to help them!

Teach your kids responsibility through chores starting as early as two! Read here on the benefits of chores for kids and how to make it fun.

Children need to know how to make friends because they learn how to communicate, cooperate, and problem solve through their interactions with friends.

Teaching children money management skills does not have to be overwhelming. Here are some money management activities to implement with your homeschooler, whether they're young or old.

Introducing life skills to an autistic child is important. Here are ways to help your autistic child learn life skills in simple easy to follow steps.

Social Skills 101: Taking Turns Put your students in the self-control driver’s seat, eliminate behavioral problems before they occur, and teach and model emotional regulation with this Social Skills 101 Training Series. Each packet: • Addresses an important social skill. • Contains program hints and tips. • Contains a suggested weekly schedule for implementation. • Contains a 4-step illustrated instruction chart targeted especially for the prek-1st grader. • Contains a Call-Response chant to help students remember the steps necessary for mastery of each skill. • Contains a Readers Theater script focusing on a situation where the skill is needed. The Readers Theater script can also double as a puppet play script for teacher implementation with younger students. • Contains a sequencing activity for further reinforcement of skill mastery. This series is designed to have teachers introduce one social skill a week using the chart, chant, Readers Theater, and sequencing activities as reinforcement. At the end of each week, the chart is moved to a permanent location in the classroom to be used as reference throughout the year. Why spend crucial classroom time correcting behavioral issues when teaching and coaching prosocial skills can be a fun and engaging part of your daily instruction? This packet will help you start the school year on a positive note as you coach students in the fine art learning to take turns. This packet will help students with important self-talk about their ability to happily wait for a turn.

Problem solving is challenging for young students (and many adults too)! To support my little friends, I teach them problem solving strategies that they can use when they encounter a problem. We want our students to become independent thinkers who can solve problems, control their emotions, express empathy, and help others.

It is important that students learn to practice self-care and as teachers and counselors, we have the opportunity to teach them this important life skill. This product will introduce students to self-care, including the 5 categories of self-care (emotional, physical, mental, spiritual, and personal. Students will then complete an assessment to get a better picture of their self-care strengths and weaknesses. Includes: •All about Self-Care introductory handout (print one for each student) •60 Self-care task cards (12 activities for each of the 5 categories)-print onto cardstock (front to back) and laminate for durability. Can also be placed on a key ring for kids to take home and practice. •Self-care assessment-give to each student to take home

Self Care for Students: A Resourceful Activity for Wellbeing Developing self-love and care in children is a valuable life skill that extends beyond academic knowledge. With the 'Self Care for Students' activity, teaching your students how to manage their wellbeing becomes an easy task. This printable resource is a comprehensive guide to self-care designed particularly for upper elementary and early middle school students. This free resource requires no preparation - just print and present to your pupils. It serves as an enjoyable task that guides students on how they can look after their physical, emotional, and social health more productively. As an interactive exercise, it urges students to design their own self-care plan specific to their needs. The kit encompasses three facets of health: Emotional Health: The material promotes healthy habits like expressing feelings constructively while providing ideas on individuals they can talk to about these feelings in times of concern. Social Health: It aids in nurturing relationships with friends through engaging activities. Physical Health: By encouraging a consumption of healthier foods plus exercises crafted specifically for them. This tool proves invaluable not just within classroom settings but also during counseling sessions or homeschooling. A Toolkit serving multiple purposes: This Self-Care For Student printable activity stresses upon the importance of student wellbeing in today's education environment - emphasizing that it's equally significant as academic performance itself. Suitable for special resources subjects, this PDF format easily accessible resource stimulates children's understanding of emotions ideally suited not only for teachers but also school counselors or parents homeschooling their wards. Self Care for Students, Self Care Activity, Free SEL Printable

What are some easy fine motor activities for toddlers and preschoolers? Kids love this golf tee fine motor activity using pool noodles!

Student anxiety is at an all time high. With grade level standards becoming more rigorous, and state tests looming, teachers are feeling more pressure than ever to prepare students. That pressure is also felt by

Life skills are abilities that enable one to deal with the needs and demands of life effectively. Learn about the important life skills your teen should know.

This episode of Soft Skills 101 is going to introduce the Soft Skill of Time and Distraction Management. This is an important Soft Skill to teach our kids!

EXPLORING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS FOR LITTLE LEARNERS Are you on the lookout for a captivating and practical way to introduce the executive functioning skill of impulse control to young children? Our "Impulse Control Iguana" Lesson and Craft is an interactive educational toolkit designed to spark the interest of little learners and guide them in understanding the importance of thinking before acting. This resource is perfect for teachers, school counselors, and parents who want to blend a delightful story with practical tips and an enjoyable craft activity, making the learning process about impulse-control both fun and impactful. "Impulse Control Iguana" Lesson and Craft is a carefully created resource that focuses on teaching children the skill of controlling their immediate reactions to situations. It introduces an engaging narrative about an iguana who learns to think before she leaps, along with a tip sheet filled with effective strategies, and a charming craft activity. It's an ideal resource for classroom instruction, counseling sessions, or at-home learning, providing a comprehensive approach to teaching this essential executive functioning skill. THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES: Engaging Story to Read: Jump into the adventures of an iguana who discovers the importance of impulse control. The story is written to show the benefits of thinking before acting in a manner that is simple and attractive for young learners. Executive Functioning Tip Sheet: Discover a selection of tips and activities tailored for educators, counselors, and parents. This guide provides practical advice on how to support children in learning to control their impulses, creating habits and routines that foster patient and thoughtful responses. Make Your Own Impulse Control Iguana Craft: Children can dive into a creative activity to construct their very own cut & paste Impulse Control Iguana. Offered in both black and white for coloring and in vibrant full color, this craft emphasizes the lesson's message and promotes the development of fine motor skills. Our "Impulse Control Iguana" Lesson and Craft is a unique educational resource that brings the concept of self-regulation and impulse control to life for little learners. By interacting with this lesson plan, children will embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning the importance of controlling impulses in a playful and engaging way, building a foundation for success in future learning endeavors. ⚠️ Click HERE to follow All Therapy Resources and be alerted of new products and free downloads! ⚠️  ► Looking for more SEL workbook topics? We've got you covered! Behavior and Feelings Workbook Gossiping & Rumors Workbook for Teens  CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook Emotions & Self Care Workbook My Anger Management Workbook © All Therapy Resources - Please read my Terms of Use regarding personal and commercial use of All Therapy Resources. You can download the free document here.

“Elementary Reading Common Core Social Skills: Self-Management” uses the story ‘Max and Amy Face Disappointment” to introduce and teach self-management skills to children. Written at a third grade level, this resource includes a range of activities aligned to third through sixth grade CCSS ELA Reading Literature Standards. It is ideal for teachers of students who may require behavior support and social skill instruction because it allows them to introduce and teach these important skills while still targeting reading standards. In addition to addressing reading skills, "Elementary Reading Common Core Social Skills – Self-Management" encourages children to make connections between behavior and consequences. Self-management, emotional literacy and coping skills are embedded throughout the material. This resource was designed to make it easy for teachers to differentiate instruction and tasks to meet the needs of a wide range of learners. A variety of exercises are included, from very basic ones which incorporate explicit scaffolding supports, to graphic organizers which provide a roadmap for students to follow when completing more sophisticated writing activities. Teachers of younger children who may require targeted social and behavior skill instruction may be interested in the Primary Reading version in this series: Primary Reading Common Core Social Skills – Being Respectful

It is NOT a secret that I am truly passionate about social stories. This passion comes from years of seeing the benefits a well written and relatable social story can have on a child. I have found success in them with not only my students, but my OWN children. Social stories are my go-to when ... Read More about Why I Use Social Stories

Often, the biggest hurdle in starting a classroom mindfulness practice is getting started. So how do you introduce mindfulness to your students, get them on board and explain to them why it’s important? In our experience, once teachers finally decide to implement a mindfulness practice in their classroom, they wished they would have done it […]

The Montessori work cycle, what on earth is it? And why should you care? It is no secret that kids are brilliant at making a mess and sometimes it is hard to believe that one teeny little person can create so much havoc, but they can, and they do! This is exactly why we are