Less than $5 6th Grade Social Emotional Learning Activities

This lesson teaches about how coping skills work to improve our mental health when practiced. Positive vs. negative coping skills are covered, problem-focused vs. emotion-focused coping skills are distinguished, and how coping skills work to affect thoughts, feelings and actions are all broken down.

If middle and high school students have been in any SEL program before they likely have heard a lot about the importance of coping skills and been instructed to identify their own. So, this lesson aims to help students understand how coping skills affect their mental health to make informed choices when choosing and implementing them. Then, students choose a coping skill to focus on and make a project about. This aims to give students a chance to talk about coping skills using the knowledge provided, instead of passively taking in more information on the topic.

This lesson is a great chance to get students talking with each other about helpful coping skills! The lesson includes a presentation (7 slides), a worksheet (1 pages), and example project (1 page) and a presentation guide (4 pages).

The slides and worksheet are simple to increase comprehension and suit middle through high school students.

Kickstart the new 2024 school year with "Character Traits Middle School: Resilience" designed specifically for middle school students (Grades 4-8). This comprehensive resource beautifully blends Social Emotional Learning (SEL) principles with growth mindset strategies, focusing on the key character trait of resilience. If you're ready to update your behavior management plan, this might be the lesson for you!

What's Inside?

• Interactive Google Slides: No need to print, students can engage in this activity from their devices!
• Differentiated Texts: Engaging, leveled reading materials for Grades 4-8 about people who have shown resilience in real life (Thomas Edison, J.K Rowling, Lizzie Velazquez)
• Resilience Video: Begin the lesson with an engaging video and writing prompts.
• Interactive Role-Play Scenarios: Group activities to practice resilience in real-life situations.
• Creative Mind Mapping Exercises: Visual aids to explore and connect ideas about resilience.
• Dual Format: Available as a printable PDF and an editable Google Slides resource.
• Lesson Plan: Google Doc, time-stamped lesson plan included!
• Poster: Resilience poster for your classroom!

Our toolkit offers a unique blend of differentiated texts, ensuring that students of various reading levels can participate and learn effectively. The interactive role-playing activities encourage group engagement, helping students to understand and practice resilience in real-life scenarios.

Enhance the learning experience with our innovative mind-mapping activity. This creative approach allows students to visually connect concepts and ideas about resilience, fostering deeper understanding and retention.

We understand the importance of flexible teaching methods. Hence, our toolkit comes in two formats: a printer-friendly PDF for a tech-free classroom experience and a Google Slides version where students can engage digitally, typing directly into the resource.

Who is this for? Ideal for middle school teachers (Grades 4-8) looking to integrate Social Emotional Learning into their curriculum. This toolkit is especially beneficial for educators focusing on character development, resilience building, and fostering a growth mindset in their students. It's a versatile resource for both in-person and digital classroom settings.

Perfect for the beginning of the school year, our Resilience Toolkit is an essential addition to your classroom resources, aiding in the development of resilient, confident, and emotionally intelligent young individuals.

Check out another character education lesson: Character Education Middle School: Teamwork SEL digital lesson, video, writing (TeachShare.com)

Positive Affirmation Counseling Activity

Need a fun social-emotional learning classroom lesson, self-esteem small group activity? Your students will LOVE learning all about positive affirmation activities. Using positive affirmations will help your students develop self-efficacy, nurture a positive self-concept, and be a protective factor and coping tool when life gets tough.

Help your students discover, strengthen, and be proud of their abilities, talents, and skills. These activities are designed to help your students improve their self-confidence, self-worth, and self-esteem. These activities are meant to help individuals recognize their strengths, overcome negative self-talk and self-doubt, and build a positive self-image.

This Self-Esteem Project is about discovering oneself, recognizing and affirming one's talents, skills, and capabilities. It is also being aware of what we do that affects our self-esteem. By focusing on developing our students' self-esteem our students can cope with mistakes, help kids try again even if they fail at first, they can value themselves and their abilities, and help them be proud of the things they can do.

This module includes:

* Definition of self-esteem

* Signs of positive and negative self-esteem

* Self-esteem concepts

* Quick inputs

* Tips for a healthy self-esteem

* Tips for parents to help raise the self-esteem of their kids

* Processing questions are included in each activity to facilitate better learning experiences

6 Social Emotional Learning Worksheets for Grades 4-6: Boost Your Students Social and Emotional Skills!

This engaging set of worksheets helps students in grades 4-6 develop essential social and emotional skills. Through fun activities, they'll explore their emotions, manage screen time effectively, build empathy, and create a more positive and inclusive classroom environment.

1. Identifying Emotions: “Feeling Faces!”

• Learn to recognize different emotions! Draw emotions on faces to match how they might feel, then write situations that could cause those feelings.

2. Managing Screen Time: Create a Pie Chart Superhero!

• Become a screen time superhero! Create a pie chart to design your ideal daily schedule, allocating time for activities, screen time, and sleep to find a healthy balance.

3. Empathy Builders: “In My Shoes”

• Step into someone else's shoes! Choose a classmate and write a short story from their perspective, describing their interests, challenges, and feelings to build empathy and understanding.

4. Identifying Bullying: "Stop Bullying: Be a Hero!"

• Become a bullying prevention hero! Define bullying and learn how to differentiate it from teasing or conflict. Design a poster to raise awareness about bullying and how to report it, creating a safe space for everyone.

5. Celebrating Differences: "Our Unique Rainbow!"

• Celebrate what makes us special! Draw a rainbow where each color represents a different cultural background, personality trait, or talent of your classmates. Explain how these differences make your class a unique and vibrant community.

6. Gratitude Gram: "Thankful Thoughts!"

• Spread kindness and appreciation! Write a short note expressing gratitude to someone (classmate, teacher, friend, or family) and explain why you're thankful for them, fostering positive relationships.

Sample answers are included!

This 24-page Worry Journal can easily be used for the classroom or individuals at home, of many ages.

The border art is designed to relax, and offer an area to color each day. Try coloring the flowers to match your mood for the day. (Refer to your Mood Chart for colors.)

24 pages include:
1. Mood Coloring Chart : 10 colors with coordinating moods, and clipart objects to color.

2. Mood Coloring Chart Draw your own items indicating the moods of each of them 10 colors.

3. Draw a picture of ....

4. Daily Mood Journal : simple lines for writing areas (print as many copies as needed)

5. Daily Mood Journal : decorative clipart writing areas (print as many copies as needed)

6. Today I Am ...…. write it out. : simple lines (print as many copies as needed)

7. Today I Am ...…. write it out. : decorative clipart writing areas (print as many copies as needed)

8. Let’s Get Grounded : 3-2-1 grounding techniques (answers can be as simple as “got out of bed,” etc.)

9. I Get Anxious.... (drawing, etc)

10. Worry Be Gone ...

11. My Anxious Body ....

12. I Can Fix It (including drawing)

13. Happy Place : draw/write ...

14. Common Worries : Give advice...

15. Worry Jar, Happy Jar : activity instructions

16. My Goals...

17. Grateful ... (NOTE: this page to be used for general worries, and not traumas, as we could never be “thankful” for anything trauma-related).

18. Worry Acrostic Poem

19. I Am Me...

20. Let’s Focus : Write/draw...

21. Daily Mantras : fill in the blanks

22. Compare & Contrast Worry

23. The Worry Monster : write & illustrate...

24. Worry Search : Word Search, 19 happy words & 1 worry

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Worry Journal Coping Skills for anxiety COMP BOOK SEL

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Growth Mindset Interactive Activity | Growth Mindset | Fixed Mindset

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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

★ Growth Mindset Partner Interactive Activity

★ 25 pages

★ Topic - Growth Mindset

★ Print and Digital

★ Suitable for all grades

This resource includes:

---- 12 Growth Mindset Partner Sticky Notes Activity Worksheets

---- Google Slide Link

Engage your students in a fun, collaborative activity with a partner and sticky notes! This resource includes 12 worksheets that come in 2 variations. Each worksheet contains two Fixed Mindset statements where students will work in pairs to change to Growth Mindset statements. For each Fixed Mindset statement, students write two Growth Mindset statements. This activity not only provides students with opportunities to exhibit a Growth Mindset , but can help them to think positive in every situation and adjust negative thoughts.

❤️ Worksheet Variation #1 - Worksheets come without Post-It Graphics. Students can use real post- its when completing these activities.

❤️ Worksheet Variation #2 - Worksheets contain Post-It Graphics. No need to use "real" post-its when completing these activities.

Posting this activity on your bulletin board will enhance the overall appearance of your classroom!

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This product is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.

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Are you passionate about your students' social and emotional wellbeing? Kickstart a positive and nurturing learning environment with our Social and Emotional Learning Wellbeing Journal! Perfect for the back-to-school season, this social and emotional journal provides a thoughtful space for students to reflect on their goals, learning experiences, and emotional well-being.

Key Features:

• Back to School Activities: Begin the academic year with engaging activities designed to help you connect with your students and understand their unique personalities through the 'All about me' worksheet and goal setting activities.

• Weekly Social and Emotional Journal Reflections: Encourage a habit of self-reflection by using the journal once a week. Students can express their feelings, record highlights or struggles, and track their personal growth throughout the school year.

• Comprehensive Worksheets: This journal includes a variety of worksheets such as 'Letter to Future Self,' 'Vision Board,' 'Self Care Plan,' and 'Goal Setting' to foster holistic student development.

• Journaling Prompts: Spark creativity and self-expression with 30 carefully crafted journal prompts that cover a range of topics to inspire thoughtful reflections.

• Mindful Colouring Pages: Foster relaxation and mindfulness with a mindful colouring page at the end of each week, creating a calming conclusion to their reflections.

• Year End Reflection: Wrap up the school year with an insightful 'End of Year Reflection' worksheet, allowing students to look back on their personal and academic journey.

Versatile Use:

• Use it as a weekly social and emotional learning lesson.
• Incorporate it into your mindfulness activities after lunch.
• Print and bind personalised copies for each student in your classroom.

Why Choose This Wellbeing Journal?

• Promotes Student Social and Emotional Wellbeing: Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment that prioritizes students' emotional growth.
• Versatile Integration: Seamlessly integrate into your curriculum for structured social and emotional learning lessons or use as an independent mindfulness activity.
• Comprehensive Resource: Cover a range of self reflection aspects, from personal goals to emotional wellbeing, using one comprehensive resource.

Empower your students with the tools they need for self discovery and personal growth. Download this Social and Emotional Learning Wellbeing Journal today to create a classroom environment where students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically!

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Boost your students' phonological awareness with this engaging Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! Perfect for phonological awareness activities, this resource is designed to make learning interactive and thought-provoking while building critical reading skills.

What’s Included:

• 1 engaging nonfiction passage focused on phonological awareness.
• ❓ 6 thought-provoking comprehension questions to assess understanding.
• Perfect for classroom discussions and individual assessments.
• 2 pages, sized at 8.5 x 11 inches for easy printing.

Why You’ll Love It:
This resource is ideal for teaching key reading skills through meaningful discussions and activities. Whether you're introducing or reinforcing phonological awareness, it provides a versatile tool to enhance your students' learning experience.

Great For:

• Daily phonological awareness activities.
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• Homework or independent practice.

Grab this Phonological Awareness Reading Comprehension Activity today to engage your students in meaningful learning!

Looking for a fun and engaging way to support your students' social-emotional learning (SEL)? Our Halloween-themed check-in slides are the perfect solution! These interactive slides offer a variety of prompts designed to help students explore their feelings, express gratitude, set goals, and identify areas for growth.

Key Features:

• Halloween Theme: The engaging Halloween theme makes these slides more appealing to students, especially during the month of October.
• Interactive Prompts: Students can respond to a variety of prompts, including how they are feeling, what they are grateful for, their monthly goals, and areas they want to improve.
• No Prep Required: These slides are ready-to-use, eliminating the need for additional preparation.
• Supports Student Well-being: By providing a safe and supportive space for students to reflect on their emotions and experiences, these slides can help promote their overall well-being.

Benefits for Students:

• Self-Awareness: Students can develop a deeper understanding of their own emotions and experiences.
• Emotional Regulation: By identifying and expressing their feelings, students can learn to regulate their emotions more effectively.
• Goal Setting: Setting and tracking goals can help students stay motivated and focused.
• Resilience: By identifying areas for improvement and developing strategies for overcoming challenges, students can build resilience.

Benefits for Teachers:

• Insight into Students: These slides provide valuable insights into students' emotional well-being, allowing teachers to offer support and guidance when needed.
• Class Community: By encouraging students to share their thoughts and feelings, these slides can help create a more positive and supportive classroom community.
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Feelings, Feelings Chart, Feelings Check-In, Checklist – This interactive resource is perfect for helping children express their emotions and identify areas of discomfort. "Where Do You Feel Pain?" is designed for teachers, counselors, and parents to support kids in understanding their physical and emotional well-being.

This resource includes:

• A large body diagram for children to mark areas of pain or discomfort.
• A feelings chart to help kids associate their emotions with physical sensations.
• A check-in checklist to encourage self-awareness and communication.
• Bright, colorful visuals to engage young learners.

Perfect for:

• Classroom emotional check-ins.
• Therapy and counseling sessions.
• Teaching body awareness and fostering self-expression.

Support children in identifying their feelings and needs with this easy-to-use, kid-friendly tool!

Fun Autism awareness Quotes Coloring Pages For Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Girls, Boys Kids. This paint dauber coloring Pages is perfect for younger to practice pre-writing skills and have fun at the same time. Makes a fun gift!

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No better time to spread kindness cheer than the Holidays! Resource allows students to participate in a 28 day kindness challenge. The challenge is simple, whenever an act is complete, simply color it in.

Resource comes with two calendars, a prefilled one, and a blank one that allows students to write down their own acts of kindness. Resource comes in colored and black/white versions.

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Engage your students with "The Bully's Redemption," a powerful short story that explores the complexities of bullying, empathy, and personal growth. This comprehensive learning package is designed to help students in grades 6-9 develop critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, and a deeper understanding of the importance of kindness and second chances.

The package includes:

1. "The Bully's Redemption" short story
2. 10 thought-provoking discussion questions
3. 5 engaging writing prompts
4. 10 project ideas based on the five main components of Social Emotional Learning
5. A vocabulary list with 20 words, including definitions and parts of speech

An in-depth exploration of the story's themes, tailored for grades 5-8

Through this learning package, your students will:

• Analyze the characters, their motivations, and their growth throughout the story
• Discuss the impact of bullying and the importance of breaking the cycle
• Explore the power of empathy, understanding, and second chances in fostering personal growth
• Examine the influence of family and home life on a child's behavior and well-being
• Engage in projects that promote self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making
• Expand their vocabulary and understanding of literary devices
• Reflect on their own experiences and apply the lessons learned to their lives

This versatile resource can be easily integrated into your language arts, literature, or social-emotional learning curriculum. The projects and assignments are designed to cater to various learning styles, promoting engagement and fostering a deeper understanding of the story's themes.

This activity is a perfect summer counseling lesson which encourages emotional awareness by encouraging individuals to reflect and gain insight into their various emotional states.

This summer counseling lesson resource encourages students to imagine that they are walking along the beach while they are in a particular emotional state and they come across a “message in a bottle” which is just perfect for what they need and want while they are in that emotional state.

Many people think of being happy and excited as good emotions and anger and sadness as being bad ones. Because of this, many people spend years trying to repress, block or avoid these emotions. But it is important to know that all emotions are normal. Three are no good or bad feelings or emotions. They are messages.

This summer counseling lesson activity includes the following:

- About this summer counseling activity

- Emotions are not good or bad handout

- Imagine This… (narrative)

- The process – What to do

- Examples of Completed bottles (sadness and anxiety)

- Bottle and Note templates for the following states (angry, sad, bored, confused, curious, disappointed, embarrassed, grumpy, excited, happy, anxious, proud, scared and shy)

"If your feelings had something important to say, what would they tell me.”

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After Spring Break Activities Packet | Early Finisher Worksheets: Use this NO-PREP independent work packet for your early finishers, morning work, after testing, centers, indoor recess or even as a fun brain break option! Simply print and go!

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This U.D.L. & Conferencing .pdf file is designed to be printed and copied for your students to use while assessing their assignment. Feel free to tweak a couple things for yourself to match your own lesson. I had students use this U.D.L. Checklist Worksheet to focus on Engagement, Representation, and Expression throughout the lesson. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

Finally!! A packet of independent activities that's perfect for early finishers in your Upper Elementary or Middle School classroom! It'll keep your kids busy and coming back for more! It is a great no-prep resource that you can use any time of year for a fun, engaging activity that your students will LOVE! I made these creative activities because I needed independent work that I could use in my classroom that I knew students would actually LIKE doing!

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Feeling Pessimistic Social Story and Role-Playing Scenarios

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Feeling-Pessimistic-Social-Story-and-Role-Playing-Scenarios-11858113

Sharing Social Stories

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Bravery Social Story

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Following Rules Social Story

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Stranger Danger Social Stories

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Being Cautious Social Story

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Never Give Up Social Stories

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Self-Control Social Stories

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Working Together Social Story

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Showing Understanding Social Stories

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Responsibility Social Story

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Responsible Decision-Making Social Story

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Feeling Worried Social Story

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Feeling Lonely Social Story

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Stressed Out Social Story

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Feeling Bored Social Story:

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Spreading Rumors Social Story:

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Feeling Included and Excluded Social Stories:

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Feeling Guilty Social Stories:

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Feeling Courageous Social Story:

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Feeling Overwhelmed Social Stories:

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The New Kid at School Social Story:

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Acceptance Social Stories:

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Feeling Optimistic Social Story:

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Feeling Confident Social Story:

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Boundaries Social Stories:

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Feeling Anxious Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Feeling-Anxious-Social-Story-10895197

Feelings and Emotions Social Stories:

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Interrupting Social Stories:

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Telling the Truth Social Stories

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Turn Taking Social Stories:

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Feeling Scared and Worried Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Feeling-Scared-Social-Stories-9616610

Jealousy Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Jealousy-Social-Stories-9603746

Please and Thank You Social Stories:

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Feeling Angry Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Social-Story-Feeling-Angry-9583336

Making Mistakes Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Making-Mistakes-Social-Stories-9715421

Feeling Shy Social Stories:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Feeling-Shy-Social-Stories-9715368

This social emotional learning lesson uses Amy Tan's short story Fish Cheeks. The short story is not included in this resource, but it can be found online. The focus of this lesson is embracing our own differences.

This resource is a Google File that includes a PDF and Google Slides version of the teaching slides, which can be projected in front of the class, 4 student worksheets in color and 4 in b/w, and a teaching guide.

The lesson includes:

- Pre-reading Journal and Discussion Question

- Reading Questions for Fish Cheeks

- Discussion Questions for Personal Reflection Focused on Embracing our Differences

- An Interview Assignment Related to Embracing our Differences