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Kindness encouraging words with cute bees and flowers printable coloring bookmarks for kids. These could be colored and given out as cards, to spread the anti-bullying message, or to celebrate any occasion, such as Valentine's Day, for Random Acts of Kindness Day, 100th day and more.

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD craft page.

These would work great as page tags, for tracing, used as a family, classroom, homeschool activity, as a DIY gift, like cards, or gift tags, or as an activity at a party.

For best results print them on thick cardstock paper, color, and cut up.

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Coloring bookmarks with Kawaii-style illustrations of scientists and inspirational and motivational quotes by famous scientists: Marie Curie, Louis Pasteur, Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, and more, printable coloring bookmarks/cards for kids DIGITAL DOWNLOAD, these could be used as a fun coloring activity at a party, in the classroom, or done as a homeschool craft.

For best results print them on thick cardstock paper or could be printed on colored paper to be given out as is without coloring.

1 Pdf with 8 different bookmarks in two sizes.

Large bookmark measures about 8.25" by 2.5",

and smaller sets are 7" by 2".

US letter-size pages 8.5” by 11”.

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Superhero 12 coloring pages for kids with positive growth mindset messages to improve self-esteem.

These coloring pages could be used as a fun coloring activity at a party, in the classroom, or done as a homeschool activity, relaxing family activity, colored and used as posters, or given out to friends and family as a DIY gift.

Coloring activity to encourage kindness, to promote self-improvement and growth mindset, and to use as a relaxing downtime or early finisher activity.

Files include: 1 Pdf with 12 US letter-size pages 8.5” by 11”.
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• Positive Words Cute Animals Flowers Coloring Bookmarks Kindness Craft Activity

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Set of intricate zentangle butterflies coloring bookmarks for mindful, relaxing craft for teens.

These coloring bookmarks could be used as a calming classroom, homeschool, club, party, or family activity, given as a DIY gift, used as a journal, or book page tags, rewards, instead of cards, and more.

For best results print them on thick white cardstock paper.

Files include: 1 Pdf US letter-size pages 8.5” by 11”. Four different bookmarks in two sizes: large bookmarks measure about 8." by 2.4",

and smaller set 7" by 2"

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Sets of kid's favorite kindness coloring bookmarks with cute animals and bees.

These could be colored and given out as cards, to celebrate any occasion, such as Valentine's Day, Random Acts of Kindness Day, 100th day, anti-bullying, and more.

Ideas on using coloring bookmarks:

• a fun addition to sub plans
• as early finishers
• bookmarks could be used for student rewards
• attached to a book or pack of coloring pencils as a small gift
• for brain breaks/relaxing time
• colored and used as bulletin board decor
• bookmarks could be added to letters and cards;
• used as a fun coloring activity at the book club meeting
• at a party, in the classroom, library, or as a homeschool activity
• colored and given out as random acts of kindness, left in the books in the library for other students to find, and given out to classmates and teachers

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Being unkind is never okay. It is hurtful and it can impact someone for a long time. Throughout these task cards, children will be asked to explore and reflect on the difference between kind and unkind behaviours. These will help to create compassion, kindness and an anti-bullying mindset.

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Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

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Stranger Danger Education

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Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

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Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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There are a total of 36 cards which include a particular behaviour and choice which occur within a school environment. These include within the classroom, at recess, in the corridor, on a bus and in the playground. On each card, the student as asked to reflect on the situation and choose whether it is a helpful or unhelpful choice. The student may require some reflective questioning should they need prompting as to how and why a behaviour may be helpful or unhelpful. These cards are created to facilitate conversation, discussion and insight.

LAMINATE THESE TASK CARDS TO USE OVER AND OVER!

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SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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These printable visual cards include a variety of emotions and feelings to help children identify their feelings and emotions.

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SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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10 page document which includes various scenarios to brainstorm, discuss and explore individual values, potential responses and a sense of wrong and right.

This document helps to explore individual differences as well as reflect upon what may be perceived as the right/wrong responses as well as potential consequences of actions.

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Behaviour and Feelings Workbook

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SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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Are you looking for a practical and engaging way to help students develop essential executive functioning skills? Look no further! Our resource, “Developing Executive Functioning Skills – Goal Setting Package” provides a hands-on approach to strengthening key cognitive and behavioral abilities.

Whether you're an educator, school counselor, or parent, this resource is designed to support students in mastering skills vital for academic success and personal growth.

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS INCLUDED:

1.Enhance Self-Control

2.Strengthen Working Memory

3.Improve Attention Control

4.Develop Goal Setting Skills

5.Encourage Self-Monitoring

6.Foster Social Skills

7.Strengthen Cognitive Flexibility

8.Cultivate Task Persistence

9.Foster Flexibility

10.Develop Metacognitive Abilities

11.Build Resilience

12.Promote Emotional Regulation

13.Enhance Self-Evaluation

14.Cultivate Problem Solving Skills

15.Increase Initiation Skills

16.Refine Planning and Prioritization Skills

17.Improve Time Management Skills

18.Improve Organization Skills

19.Enhance Decision Making

20.Strengthen Emotional Intelligence

WHAT THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:

• Comprehensive Lesson: Engage students with a dynamic lesson that uses the metaphor of a camera to help them envision achieving their goals and staying focused.
• Tip Sheet - Building Stronger Skills: Empower students with simple yet effective tips for building and strengthening executive functioning skills.
• Goal Planning Pages: Explore one-page templates for key executive functioning skill, providing space for students to set goals and create personalized action steps on blank templates.
• Completed Action Steps: Each skill template includes five clear action steps to guide students in achieving their goals. Additionally, blank templates allow students to tailor action steps to their individual needs and preferences.
• Progress Tracking: Utilize photo film templates for students to illustrate their progress over time, visually capturing their journey towards mastering each skill.

WHO THIS REOUSRCE MIGHT BE HELPFUL FOR:

• Educators seeking practical tools to integrate executive functioning skill development into their curriculum.
• School counselors looking for engaging resources to support students in developing essential executive functioning skills.
• Parents interested in providing their children with strategies for academic success and personal growth.

Empower your students to thrive academically and beyond with Developing Executive Functioning Skills. Get ready to capture the moments of growth and achievement as students embark on their journey towards mastering these critical skills!

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• CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
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• My Anger Management Workbook

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Esta mini lección explora y ayuda a los estudiantes a reflexionar sobre las opciones verdes y rojas, así como sus consecuencias posteriores.

Esta mini lección explora:

- ¿Cuáles son las opciones de rojo y verde?

- Actividad de reflexión: ¿Cuáles son las buenas y las malas elecciones que han hecho los estudiantes?

- Ejemplo de opciones de verde y rojo (apoyos visuales)

- Narrativas simplificadas (es decir, las opciones verdes son BUENAS opciones y las rojas son opciones MALAS.

- Explora la responsabilidad y la rendición de cuentas (todos los días todos tenemos que tomar decisiones. Las decisiones conducen a consecuencias, ya sean buenas o malas).

- Observar las consecuencias mediante la exploración de comportamientos, sentimientos (cómo el comportamiento les impactó a ellos mismos y a los demás), así como las consecuencias posteriores (buenas o malas).

- Aprender de la experiencia y cambiar patrones de comportamiento.

- Explorandosituaciones y los opuestos de lasopcionesverde / rojo.

This mini lesson explores and helps students reflect on green and red choices, as well as their subsequent consequences. This mini-lesson explores:

- What are red and green choices?

- Reflection Activity – What are good choices and poor choices that students have made

- Example of green and red choices (visual supports)

- Simplified narratives (i.e.: green choices are GOOD choices and red choices are POOR choices.

- Explores responsibility and accountability (everyday we all have choices to make. Choices lead to consequences – whether good or bad.)

- Looking at the consequences by exploring Behaviours, Feelings (how the behaviour impacted themselves and others) as well as subsequent consequences (good or bad).

- Learning from the experience and changing behavioural patterns.

- Exploring situations and the opposites of green/red choices.

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Behaviour and Feelings Workbook

Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook

Emotions & Self Care Workbook

My Anger Management Workbook

SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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The Silent Struggle: A Powerful Resource for Addressing Bullying and Promoting Social-Emotional Learning

This is one story taken from a book eight, which can be found here

Inspire your students to become advocates for change with "The Silent Struggle," a captivating story that tackles the issue of bullying and the transformative power of self-advocacy. This comprehensive learning package is designed to help students in grades 6-8 develop empathy, resilience, and the courage to speak out against injustice.

The package includes:

1. "The Silent Struggle" short story
2. 10 thought-provoking discussion questions
3. 5 creative writing prompts
4. 10 engaging project ideas that align with the core competencies of social-emotional learning
5. A vocabulary list featuring 20 words related to bullying prevention and personal growth, complete with definitions and parts of speech
6. An in-depth analysis of the story's themes, tailored for middle school students

Through this powerful resource, your students will:

• Explore the far-reaching consequences of bullying on mental health and academic performance
• Discuss the importance of supportive friendships and the role of allies in overcoming adversity
• Examine the responsibilities of school staff in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Engage in projects that foster self-awareness, social awareness, responsible decision-making, self-management, and relationship skills
• Reflect on their own experiences and apply the lessons learned to their daily lives
• Expand their vocabulary and understanding of literary elements

"The Silent Struggle" learning package is a versatile tool that can be seamlessly integrated into your language arts, social studies, or character education curriculum. The projects and assignments are designed to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring that all students can engage with the material and develop a deeper understanding of the story's themes.

*This is one story taken from a book eight, which can be found here.

Empower your middle schoolers to understand and combat bullying with this comprehensive novel study centered around "The Bully in the Mirror." This engaging story follows Jayden, a student who uses bullying to mask his own insecurities, as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns the power of empathy and change.

This ready-to-use resource provides everything you need to guide your students through a meaningful exploration of the story's themes, including:

• Chapter-by-chapter summaries and analysis: Deepen comprehension and encourage critical thinking.
• Engaging discussion questions: Spark thoughtful conversations about bullying, empathy, personal growth, and the importance of support systems.
• Varied writing prompts: Inspire creative writing and encourage students to connect with the story on a personal level.
• Project-based learning activities: Foster deeper understanding through hands-on projects like designing anti-bullying campaigns, creating soundtracks, and conducting interviews.
• Vocabulary building exercises: Expand students' vocabulary with key terms related to the story's themes.

"The Bully in the Mirror" novel study unit is perfect for:

• Language Arts and Reading classes
• Advisory or Homeroom periods
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum
• Bullying prevention initiatives

This resource is designed to:

• Enhance reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
• Spark meaningful discussions about bullying and its impact.
• Cultivate empathy and understanding among students.
• Encourage self-reflection and personal growth.
• Provide a framework for creating a more positive and supportive classroom environment.

Give your students the tools they need to recognize, understand, and combat bullying with this impactful and engaging novel study unit. Download "The Bully in the Mirror" today!

This story is one of eight featured in the ebook, "Friendship and Loyalty: Eight Short Stories Vocab / SEL / ELA Activities 5-8."

"The Unbreakable Bond" is a captivating short story that explores the power of friendship, resilience, and the challenges of competition. This comprehensive literature guide is designed to help teachers engage their students in grades 5-8 as they delve into the story's themes, characters, and life lessons.

The package includes the complete short story, and a variety of assignments and projects that align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts. These resources will help your students develop critical thinking, writing, and discussion skills while fostering a deeper understanding of the text.

Key features of this literature guide:

• A The full text of "The Unbreakable Bond" short story (1500 words)
• 10 engaging assignments and projects covering Language Arts, Health and Career, and Relationships
• A comprehensive vocabulary list with definitions to expand students' word knowledge
• Alignment with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for grades 5-8

The assignments and projects cover a wide range of topics and skills, including:

• Character analysis and development
• Theme exploration and essay writing
• Alternate endings and point-of-view exercises
• Stress management and collaboration skills
• Conflict resolution and friendship reflections

By using this literature guide, your students will not only strengthen their language arts skills but also gain valuable insights into the importance of friendship, perseverance, and teamwork. "The Unbreakable Bond" is a relatable and inspiring story that will capture your students' imagination and spark meaningful discussions in your classroom.

*This is one story taken from a book eight, which can be found here.

The Online Trap - A Comprehensive Cyberbullying Unit for Grades 5-8

Engage your students in a meaningful exploration of cyberbullying and digital citizenship with "The Online Trap," a comprehensive unit designed for grades 5-8. This powerful resource centers around an original, thought-provoking story that follows the journey of Samantha, a creative and kind-hearted student who faces the challenges of cyberbullying. As students dive into the story, they will develop a deeper understanding of the impact of online harassment, the importance of self-advocacy, and the power of resilience and empathy.

The unit includes:

• An analysis of themes.
• The complete story, "The Online Trap," in a printable format for easy distribution to students.
• A set of 10 discussion questions that encourage critical thinking and reflective conversations about the story's themes, including empathy, bystander intervention, digital footprint, and more.
• Five unique writing prompts that allow students to explore various perspectives and experiences related to cyberbullying, from personal narratives to persuasive essays.
• A collection of 10 engaging projects and assignments that extend the learning beyond the story. These include developing a digital citizenship campaign, creating a podcast series, conducting research on cyberbullying, and organizing a kindness challenge.
• A 20-word vocabulary table that supports language development and enhances comprehension of the story and related concepts.

By integrating "The Online Trap" into your curriculum, you will be providing your students with a safe and structured space to explore the complex issues surrounding cyberbullying. The unit's thought-provoking discussions, writing exercises, and projects will help students develop crucial social-emotional skills, such as empathy, resilience, and responsible decision-making, while fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

This comprehensive unit is designed to be flexible and adaptable to your classroom's unique needs. Whether you choose to use the entire unit or select specific components to complement your existing curriculum, "The Online Trap" offers a valuable opportunity to engage your students in meaningful conversations and activities that promote digital citizenship and social-emotional learning.

This story is one of eight featured in the ebook, "Friendship and Loyalty: Eight Short Stories Vocab / SEL / ELA Activities 5-8."

Engage your students with "The Friendship Rescue," a compelling story that explores the themes of friendship, peer pressure, and personal growth. This comprehensive Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) unit is designed for students in grades 5-8 and aligns with both Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and National Health Education Standards (NHES).

The unit includes:

• The complete story, "The Friendship Rescue" (2000 words)
• Ten thoughtful assignments that explore character education, emotions, dealing with issues, and knowing when enough is enough
• A 20-word vocabulary list tailored to grades 6-9, including definitions and parts of speech
• Alignment with CCSS ELA standards for reading, writing, and speaking & listening
• Alignment with NHES standards for health promotion, analyzing influences, interpersonal communication, decision-making, and practicing health-enhancing behaviors

Through engaging with this unit, your students will:

• Analyze the story's themes and characters, citing textual evidence to support their ideas
• Write reflective essays, narratives, and arguments related to the story's themes
• Engage in collaborative discussions and role-playing activities to explore SEL concepts
• Develop a deeper understanding of loyalty, empathy, courage, and resilience
• Learn strategies for dealing with peer pressure and making healthy decisions
• Expand their vocabulary and improve their language skills

The assignments in this unit are designed to be flexible and adaptable to your classroom's needs. They can be used for whole-class instruction, small-group work, or individual student reflection. The variety of activities, including writing tasks, role-playing, creating posters and brochures, and class discussions, will keep your students engaged and motivated.

*This is one story taken from a book eight, which can be found here.

Unite Your Classroom Against Bullying with "The United Front"

Empower your middle schoolers to combat bullying and embrace diversity with this engaging short story and comprehensive activity pack!

"The United Front" tells the heartwarming story of Olivia, a shy artist targeted by bullies, and the diverse group of classmates who overcome their hesitation to stand up for her. This relatable narrative provides a springboard for meaningful discussions about acceptance, empathy, and the power of unity.

This resource is packed with:

• A captivating short story: With relatable characters and realistic situations, "The United Front" will resonate with your students and spark important conversations.
• Dynamic discussion questions: Deepen comprehension and encourage critical thinking about bullying, diversity, empathy, and the role of bystanders.
• Creative writing prompts: Inspire your students to explore themes of unity, acceptance, and courage through various writing activities.
• Engaging projects and assignments: From anti-bullying campaigns to diversity quilts and upstander interviews, these hands-on activities will bring the story's themes to life.
• A comprehensive vocabulary list: Enhance students' understanding of key terms related to bullying, diversity, and social responsibility.

"The United Front" will help you:

• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued and respected.
• Facilitate meaningful discussions about bullying, diversity, empathy, and social responsibility.
• Develop students' critical thinking skills as they analyze characters' motivations and actions.
• Enhance students' writing skills through engaging prompts and creative writing activities.
• Empower students to become upstanders who stand up for themselves and others.

This story is one of eight featured in the ebook, "Friendship and Loyalty: Eight Short Stories Vocab / SEL / ELA Activities 5-8."

"The Unexpected Friendship" is a beautifully crafted short story that explores the power of friendship and the importance of looking beyond surface-level differences. This comprehensive literature guide is designed to help teachers engage their students in grades 5-8 as they delve into the story's themes, characters, and valuable life lessons.

The package includes the complete short story, which follows the journey of Maya, a shy bookworm, and Zoe, a popular athlete, as they are paired together for a school project. Despite their initial reluctance, the two girls discover a shared passion and form an unlikely but powerful bond. Through their friendship, they confront personal challenges, overcome social barriers, and learn to support one another in the face of adversity.

In addition to the full text, this guide provides a variety of assignments and projects that align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts. These resources will help your students develop critical thinking, writing, and discussion skills while fostering a deeper understanding of the text.

Key features of this literature guide:

• The full text of "The Unexpected Friendship" short story (approximately 1,400 words)
• 10 engaging assignments and projects covering Language Arts, Health and Career, and Relationships
• A comprehensive vocabulary list with definitions to expand students' word knowledge
• Alignment with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for grades 6-9

The assignments and projects cover a wide range of topics and skills, including:

• Analyzing character development and motivation
• Exploring themes of acceptance, personal growth, and the value of diverse friendships
• Developing communication and conflict resolution skills
• Discussing the impact of stereotypes and social expectations on relationships
• Creating friendship guides and career exploration activities related to the story's themes

By using this literature guide, your students will not only strengthen their language arts skills but also gain valuable insights into the importance of empathy, open-mindedness, and the power of unexpected connections. "The Unexpected Friendship" is a relatable and heartwarming story that will captivate your students and inspire meaningful discussions in your classroom.

Navigate Differences & Build Bridges: Conflict Resolution in Diverse Teams (Reading Comp. + Activities)

Empower your students to navigate diverse teams and resolve conflicts effectively!

Does your classroom reflect the rich tapestry of today's world? Equip your students with the skills to navigate cultural differences and build bridges in diverse teams with this engaging resource.

This comprehensive worksheet offers:

• A captivating reading passage on the unique challenges and strategies for conflict resolution in diverse teams.
• Interactive activities (multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, short answer) that reinforce key concepts and promote critical thinking skills.
• Real-world case study for practical application of conflict resolution strategies.
• Teacher answer key for effortless grading.
• Alignment with Common Core standards (reading, writing).

Learning Objectives:

• Identify common challenges arising from cultural differences in teams.
• Understand key concepts like cultural norms, values, and communication styles.
• Develop strategies for fostering open and honest communication.
• Practice cultural sensitivity and respect in team interactions.
• Analyze the benefits of mediation or facilitation in resolving conflicts.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.1, RI.2, RI.3, RI.4 (Reading Informational Text)
• W.1.1 (Writing)

Why Choose This Resource?

• Ready-to-Use: Saves valuable preparation time.
• Differentiated Instruction: Caters to diverse learning styles.
• Real-World Connection: Encourages students to see the value of cultural understanding.
• Social-Emotional Learning: Develops essential communication and collaboration skills.

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Quell the Drama! Develop Essential Conflict Resolution Skills with this Engaging Reading Comprehension

Empower your students to navigate disagreements constructively with this interactive reading comprehension worksheet on conflict resolution! This resource delves into the critical role of emotions in conflict and equips students with practical strategies for managing them effectively.

What's Inside?

• Clear and engaging text: Explains the impact of emotions on conflict, the importance of emotional intelligence, and relaxation techniques for staying calm.
• Real-world case study: Provides a relatable scenario for students to analyze and apply their newfound knowledge.
• Variety of engaging assessments: Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions reinforce key concepts.
• Teacher answer key: Saves you time and ensures accurate assessment.

By the end of this activity, students will be able to:

• Explain how emotions influence conflict resolution.
• Define emotional intelligence and its benefits.
• Identify techniques for managing emotions (deep breathing, mindfulness, positive self-talk).
• Analyze the role of emotions in a real-world conflict scenario.
• Apply their learning to develop essential conflict resolution skills.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.5.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on grade 5 topics, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on grade 6 topics, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

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