$5 - $10 Social Emotional Learning Worksheets

Welcome the breezy sounds of spring with this set of listening sheets! Nine classical pieces are featured (two pages each.)

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of composers from different backgrounds
• observe seasonal/holiday influences within a composition
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

What's Included:

Resource Guide

Music Rating Guides - color/black & white

Listening Sheets

• Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
• Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

This set is part of the 12 Month Listening Bundle!

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

01. Where the Lemons Blossom, Strauss (title translations will vary)

02. Symphony No. 1 (Spring,) Schumann

03. The Four Seasons (Spring,) Vivaldi

04. Appalachian Spring, Copland

05. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 Op. 46, Grieg

06. Violin Sonata No. 5 in F major, Beethoven

07. Organ Concerto No. 13 in F major, Handel

08. Dance of the Birds, Rimsky-Korsakov

09. Reflections in the Water, Debussy

★ Easel Activity ★ Pair an engaging digital listening board with these musical selections! Students use the highlight tool to choose from keyword lists that describe their listening experience. An answer box at the bottom allows students to write a brief description of their thoughts and feelings. Using the pen or any design tool provided, students can decorate a scene or upload an image to the frame! Each board features colorful clipart related to the music. As always, there are no wrong answers. Students can choose any combination of descriptors.

Lesson package encouraging children to use kind hands and giving ideas of how to do this.

Why do you need this?

This lesson package can help teachers establish clear expectations for respectful behavior in the classroom, emphasizing the importance of treating others with kindness and empathy.

By focusing on the concept of "kind hands," teachers can support students' social-emotional development, helping them understand the impact of their actions on others and develop empathy and compassion. Teaching students about kind hands can contribute to creating a positive and inclusive classroom culture, reducing incidents of bullying and conflict by promoting empathy and respect for others.

How and when might you use this?

Due to the content of this lesson package it can be quite flexible in the range of ages it can be used with. A teacher might use a lesson about kind hands at various points throughout the school year, depending on the needs of their students and the classroom dynamics.

What is included?

· Lesson planning

· Teaching slides

· Worksheet

· Kind Hands Social story

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.

Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month this May with our comprehensive Printable Mental Health Awareness Activities Kit.

It can also be used for year-round social-emotional learning and mental health awareness activities.

This kit is perfect for teachers, parents, therapists, and anyone looking to promote mental health awareness for their kids, break the stigma, and support well-being in their community.

Includes:

Crossword puzzle

Word Search

Worry monster activity

Feelings meter

Mindful breathing

Thankful jar

Mindful Maze

Roll the dice yoga

Word scramble

Affirmation card activity

Roll the dice emotions activity

Mood charades

Mental health facts

Spinner wheel coloring activity

What’s included:

1 file with 26 PDF pages

You will need scissors and some brad pins to put the spinner wheel together- you can get these at your local craft store

Important details:

This is a digital download. You will not receive anything in the mail.

Please use a computer to download and not your phone.

This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.

I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

Thank you! :)

- Jennifer

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New Year's Goals | New Year's Activities | New Year's Worksheets | Goal Setting

About This Resource

**★ **SEL-New Year's Goals Activity Worksheets

★ 16 pages

**★ Resource Type – **Activity Worksheets and Sample Responses | Answer Keys

**★ **Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides - Text Boxes Already Created!)

**★ **Excellent for Grades 8-12

**★ **Google Slide Link

★ Detailed Sample Responses

Items Included:

**★ 9 **New Year's Goals Activity Worksheets

**★ **Detailed Sample Responses

**★ **Google Slide Link

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This resource 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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Looking for a meaningful and engaging activity to kick off the new year in your middle or high school classroom? This New Year’s Goals Activity Worksheet Packet is the perfect way to help students reflect on their aspirations and set actionable goals for the months ahead. Designed to inspire self-awareness and accountability, these worksheets guides students through identifying personal, academic, and community goals while teaching them how to break each goal into achievable steps. With opportunities for reflection and a creative "Goal Jar" element, these activities encourage students to stay motivated and track their progress throughout the year. It's an excellent tool to foster a positive, goal-oriented mindset in your students while reinforcing critical thinking and self-management skills.

✅ Sample responses are included for teachers to guide discussions, provide examples, and support students in creating thoughtful and realistic goals.

Activity Worksheet Topics include:

⭐ Anticipation Guide (2 variations)

⭐ Vision for the Year Ahead

⭐ New Year's Resolutions: Reflect, Decide, and Discuss

⭐ Exploring New Year’s Resolutions

⭐ Personal and Community Goals: Defining Your New Year’s Resolutions

⭐ My Path to Be A Better Me

⭐ Smart Goals

⭐ Goal Jar

Benefits of Completing These Goal-Setting Activities:

❤️ Encourages self-reflection and understanding of personal values.

❤️ Develops planning, organization, and time management skills.

❤️ Builds accountability and problem-solving abilities.

❤️ Boosts motivation and confidence through achievable steps.

❤️ Fosters a growth mindset and emotional well-being.

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❌ Lesson plans are not included. This product can be used in addition to your own lesson plans and in such a way that best meets the needs of your students.

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Created by © Queen's Educational Resources / All Rights Reserved

Your purchase includes one copy to be used in a single classroom. If you are looking for multiple copies, please be sure to purchase additional licenses.

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Please feel free to email me if you have any questions!

queenseducationalresources@gmail.com

Kick off the new school year with a fantastic set of 30 back to school activities, specifically designed for students in grades 3 through 6! This comprehensive back to school pack is the perfect resource to create a positive classroom environment, build connections, and inspire a sense of community from day one. These engaging back to school activities will help you establish a supportive atmosphere where every student feels valued and included, setting the stage for a successful academic year.

Key Features of Our Back to School Activities Pack:

1. Ready to Use Back to School Activities: Start the school year on the right foot with fun and engaging back to school activities that make every student feel welcome. These activities encourage sharing, connecting with classmates, and celebrating each student's unique qualities. Plus, they provide an excellent opportunity for you to get to know your students personally and academically.

2. Promote Self Expression from Day One: Encourage your students to express themselves by sharing their hobbies, interests, and aspirations. This not only helps you learn more about them but also fosters a sense of individuality and self-worth among students.

3. Create Stunning Classroom Displays: Many of these back to school activities can be transformed into vibrant classroom displays. These displays not only decorate your classroom but also showcase your students' creativity and personalities, providing a welcoming and inclusive backdrop for the school year.

4. Seamless Curriculum Integration: Our back to school activities are designed to give you insight into your students' abilities and learning styles. This information is invaluable for tailoring your teaching methods and ensuring each student reaches their full potential.

5. Inclusive and Diverse: The activities are crafted to accommodate students from diverse backgrounds and with varying learning abilities. This ensures that every student feels comfortable participating and sharing, promoting an inclusive classroom environment.

6. Save Valuable Preparation Time: As a teacher, your time is precious. These ready-to-use back to school activities require no prep work – simply print and go! This allows you to focus on what matters most: teaching and building relationships with your students.

7. Foster Positive Relationships: Encourage teamwork, cooperation, and mutual respect among your students as they learn about each other's backgrounds and interests. These activities are designed to help students build strong, positive relationships that will enhance their learning experience throughout the year.

Detailed Breakdown of These Back to School Activities:

Icebreaker Activities: Fun and interactive icebreakers that help students get to know each other and feel more comfortable in their new classroom environment.

Personal Reflection Exercises: Activities that encourage students to reflect on their goals, achievements, and areas for improvement, setting a positive tone for the year.

Team Building Challenges: Engaging tasks that promote collaboration and teamwork, helping students develop essential social and communication skills.

Creative Art Projects: Opportunities for students to express their creativity through art, with projects that can be displayed around the classroom to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Writing Prompts: Thought provoking prompts that inspire students to write about their experiences, dreams, and interests, enhancing their writing skills and self-expression.

Math and Science Integration: Activities that integrate math and science concepts, providing a fun and educational start to the school year.

How to Make the Most of These Back to School Activities:

Morning Meetings: Use these activities during morning meetings to set a positive tone for the day and help students start their day feeling connected and engaged.

Classroom Rotations: Incorporate these activities into your classroom rotations to keep students engaged and provide variety in their daily routine.

Homework Assignments: Assign some of these activities as homework to encourage students to think creatively and reflect on their learning outside of the classroom.

Get Your School Year Off to a Fantastic Start!

Get ready to watch your students connect, grow, and develop a sense of belonging with these 30 back to school activities. Whether you're looking to build a strong classroom community, inspire creativity, or get to know your students better, this pack has everything you need to make the start of the school year a success.

Looking for more fun back to school activities? Check out this blog post for additional ideas and resources to make your classroom a vibrant and welcoming place: Back to School Activities 2024.

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This is a bundle of my Special Education daily communication forms. They are the perfect tool for fostering strong parent-teacher relationships and keeping parents involved in their child's education. Designed for all grades, these forms offer an easy way for teachers to share important information with parents on a daily basis.

You will get 7 different versions of my Daily Communication Sheet in both Color & Black & White with borders for Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall. You will also receive these forms with no border for use at any time.

I have been using these in my classroom for years to help me maintain consistent, positive parent communication. Students strive to bring home good reports and parents are included and an active participant in their child's education.

Benefits:

• Multiple forms to suit different classroom needs
• Enhances parent-teacher communication
• Provides actionable steps for parents to support their child's learning

Instructions/Tips for Implementation

Simply choose the form that best fits your classroom needs. Share the completed forms with parents daily to keep them informed about their child's progress and activities in class.

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• Social-Emotional Learning & Character Development Bundle

Enhance your classroom's social-emotional learning with this comprehensive Social-Emotional Learning & Character Development Bundle! This resource includes five engaging worksheets designed to build essential life skills, promote empathy, and foster a positive mindset among students. Perfect for educators, counselors, and parents, this bundle supports character education and helps students navigate their emotions effectively.

Included Resources:

1. 28 Character Traits with Synonyms & Emoji Visuals – A colorful reference chart that aids ELL/ENL students in understanding key character traits through visuals and synonyms.
2. Growth Mindset Reflection Worksheet – Empower students to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and set personal goals, fostering resilience and a positive mindset.
3. Empathy and Kindness Activities Worksheets – Thought-provoking prompts and relatable scenarios that help students explore empathy and kindness in their interactions.
4. Emotion Vocabulary Worksheet – A structured list of 20 emotions, complete with definitions and examples, to support students in articulating their feelings and enhancing emotional intelligence.
5. Positive Behavior Prompts Worksheet – Quick prompts and role-play scenarios that encourage students to identify and reflect on positive traits in themselves and others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

This bundle is ideal for grades 2-8 and can be used in classrooms, counseling sessions, or at home. By integrating these resources into your teaching, you will cultivate a compassionate and understanding atmosphere where students feel empowered to express themselves and support one another.

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These low prep and engaging task cards are a great way to practice identifying and matching emotions. Great for younger students, special education, students working on fine motor skills; and nonverbal students. Students will identify the emotion on the top of the task card and find the corresponding emotion. They can clip a clothes pin on the emotion or circle it with a dry erase marker. 

Resource also includes emotion mats. Students will get to practice drawing in the different emotions. Each mat provides an example of how they can draw the emotions-perfect for those still struggling or who need an extra assist. Great for 1:1, small groups, centers, quiet work, etc.

Emotions included: 

Grumpy

Happy

Excited

Sad

Scared

Surprised

Tired

Worried

Resource comes in colored and black/white versions. 

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Character traits included:

Kindness

Empathy

Compassion

Perseverance

Dedication

Each character trait has at least one coloring page as well as a writing page (with 2 different line options) for students to complete. No prep! Just print, copy and use!

Coming soon:

Consideration

Let me know if there are character traits you'd like to see added!

Empower children to conquer their anxiety and worries with the comprehensive "Anxiety Activities & Stress Management Workbook - Beating My Worries Workbook."

This invaluable resource, ideal for teachers, parents, and counselors, equips children with the tools and strategies needed to manage anxiety, stress, emotions and feelings, foster self-confidence, and cultivate a positive mindset. Using a trauma-informed and positive behavior support approach, this workbook takes a holistic approach to address anxiety, stress and promote emotional well-being.

KEY FEATURES:

• Managing Anxiety, Worries and Stress: Help children gain a deeper understanding of their anxiety, worries and stress through reflective activities and explore the causes and impacts of anxiety.
• Building Emotional Awareness: Learn about the different feelings and emotions associated with anxiety, worries and stress and develop insights into how emotions are connected to thoughts and behaviors.
• Coping Strategies: Discover a range of effective techniques to use when feeling anxious, including calming thinking patterns, challenging negative thoughts, and relaxation exercises.
• Body-Mind Connection: Explore the physical signs of anxiety and learn anxiety coping skills such as relaxation techniques, body cues, visualization, and exercise benefits to enhance overall well-being and manage emotions and feelings.
• Activities and Worksheets: Engage in various individual and group lessons, activities and worksheets, including emotion matching, relaxation games, observation recording, and more to reinforce learning and provide practical application.

This workbook serves as a comprehensive guide to support individuals in managing anxiety, promoting self-awareness, and developing essential coping skills. Through a combination of informative content, reflective exercises, and interactive activities, children will gain the knowledge and skills to overcome their worries and thrive.

THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:

- “All about me” reflective activity

- Why do you feel anxious – learning about your anxiety

- What is anxiety? – how anxiety can impact you

- What does it feel like to have anxiety – changes in body, thinking, behavior

- What causes anxiety?

- What can you do when anxious?

- How do feelings start? And activity.

- Learning about fight/flight response.

- Anxiety and your body activity – physical signs

- Calm thinking patterns

- Challenging your thoughts diary

- Calm thinking thermometer

- Body relaxation techniques and tips

- Exercise benefits and weekly exercise plan

- Body cues

- Visualization

- Anxiety observation recording chart

- Relaxation Game

- Mix and Match (emotions and body warning signs)

- Relaxation Activity Sheets

- Individual and Group Activities

- And much more…

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How My Engine Runs Social Story

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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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Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

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Looking for fun activities to keep your early and fast finishers busy? These drawing prompts are so fun as early finisher independent activities for kids of all ages! The two sets included in this money-saving bundle are:

Complete the Picture - Creative Drawing Prompts

Looking for FUN activities to incorporate during downtime or on "think outside the box Thursdays?" These finish the picture drawing worksheets will challenge your students to think outside the box and get creative! These activities are designed to let your students' imagination take the lead!

Squiggle Stories - Creative Drawing Prompts

Squiggle Stories are a fun activity that lets your kiddos complete a picture drawing and write their own creative story. Perfect for all ages and grade levels, these finish the picture drawing worksheets will help your students to think outside the box and get creative!

Perfect for:

• morning meetings
• brain breaks
• sub-activities
• indoor recess
• snack time
• morning work
• early finishers
• mindfulness activities
• free choice
• Think Outside the Box Thursdays
• decompress after testing
• end of year

Or get the same resource designed for PRIMARY grades here.

If you like these, don't forget to check out the Early Finishers Independent Activity Packet BUNDLE, which features 7 sets of activities (22 total)

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Equip your students with the essential skills to navigate conflicts effectively!

This comprehensive bundle of 10 reading comprehension worksheets delves into various aspects of conflict resolution, providing students with a solid foundation for building positive relationships and fostering a harmonious classroom environment.
What's Inside?

• 10 engaging reading articles: Covering topics such as team conflicts, communication, emotions, compromise, and conflict prevention.
• Guided reading activities: Encourage students to reflect on their own experiences, analyze scenarios, and practice conflict resolution strategies.
• Variety of 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 bundle, students will be able to:

• Identify common team conflicts and develop strategies for resolving them.
• Understand the underlying causes of conflict and address them effectively.
• Communicate effectively to prevent and resolve conflicts.
• Build trust and foster a positive team environment.
• Manage emotions and navigate conflict with empathy.
• Find win-win solutions through compromise and negotiation.
• Prevent conflicts proactively by setting clear expectations and addressing issues promptly.
• Collaborate effectively to resolve conflicts as a team.
• Address cultural differences and navigate conflicts in diverse teams.
• Overcome distance challenges and resolve conflicts in virtual teams.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.1-8.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.5.1-8.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1-8.1: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.

Ready to unlock your students' critical thinking potential? Explore my store for a treasure trove of reading comprehensions that tackle diverse themes and inspire insightful discussions. From historical mysteries to scientific explorations, there's something for every classroom! Support a fellow educator and get rewarded! Purchase this resource, leave a review, and earn TeachShare credits you can use on any product on the platform. Your feedback helps others and benefits you too!

This Valentine's day craft activity bundle includes 4 February holiday printables that are ready to go, easy and require no prep

Great for:

1. bulletin boards
2. classroom displays
3. hallway decorations for valentines day and the 100th day of school
4. Valentine's Day writing activities
5. Valentine's Day letter writing

100th Day of School Craft

• When I'm 100 years old writing prompt and paper
• Matching graphic organizer included
• Engaging writing prompt for the 100th Day of School celebration
• Printable templates for easy organization and implementation
• Graphic organizer to reinforce organization and share ideas
• Ideal for classroom celebrations of the 100th day of school

Valentine's Day Self Love and what I love about my school

• Inspiring craft activity to promote self-love
• Encourages students to reflect what they love about their school
• Printable templates for easy distribution
• Students write on hearts and and focus on the positive aspects of themselves and their school

Writing Paper

• Adorable writing paper design including hearts, and spacing great for 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders.
• Perfect for notes to classmates, creative writing prompts, and journal writing, or letters to parents and teachers
• Enhances student engagement and encourages expression

Valentine's Day Mailbox Decorations for 2nd Graders

• Printable mailbox decorations for Valentine's Day class celebrations
• Designed specifically for kindergarten, 1st grade,2nd-grade, or third grade classrooms
• Students love decorating and personalizing their mailboxes
• print and go, no prep, easy implementation

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Kick off the New Year with meaningful goal-setting and reflection activities!

This New Year’s Activities & One Word Reflection Pack is designed for grades 3-6, making it easy to inspire students as they set goals and choose their Word of the Year. With over 200 pages, this resource is packed with guided prompts, brainstorming sheets, customizable templates, and fun bonus activities like word searches and coloring pages. Whether you're looking for New Year’s writing activities, morning work, or engaging independent centers, this pack has you covered.

What’s Included in These New Year’s Activities:

• Goal-Setting & Reflection Prompts
  Scaffolded questions encourage students to think critically about their goals, areas for growth, and hopes for 2025.
• Word of the Year Activities
  Help students select a meaningful Word of the Year with brainstorming tools, pre-filled options, and creative templates.
• Customizable Templates
  Includes blank and pre-filled templates to meet your students' needs and make your New Year’s One Word lesson plans simple.
• Future-Proof Design: Includes content for New Year’s Activities for 2025-2030, giving you a resource you can use for six years.

Bonus Activities:
Word Search: Inspire students with fun, motivating Words of the Year.

Word Creation Challenge: Encourage creativity by forming new words from "Happy New Year!"

Coloring Page: Add a creative flair to your New Year’s celebration.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Perfect for Grades 3-6: Engaging and age-appropriate for upper elementary students.
• Flexible Use: Works as writing activities, morning work, or centers.
• Low-Prep Solution: Print-and-go materials save you planning time.
• Builds Reflection & Community: Students share their Word of the Year and goals, fostering connection.
• Fun and Creative: Bonus activities like the word search keep students excited about New Year’s classroom activities.

How This Solves Teacher Problems:

✅ Need New Year’s activities for grades 3-6? This ready-to-go pack has everything!
✅ Searching for engaging New Year’s One Word lessons? Includes reflection prompts and creative templates.
✅ Want meaningful reflections for goal-setting? Activities are scaffolded for easy use.
✅ Looking for a resource to last multiple years? Covers New Year’s classroom activities for 2025-2030.

Kick off your New Year’s lessons with confidence and creativity! This pack includes everything you need for New Year’s goal writing and One Word activities tailored for upper elementary students in grades 3-6. Whether it’s goal-setting, literacy challenges, or reflection prompts, this resource has you covered.

Grab the New Year’s Goal Writing & One Word Reflection Pack today and start the new year on the right note!

Are you looking for a complete resource to teach Size of the Problem to your young learners? This Size of the Problem Bundle is exactly what you need! From sorting activities to clip cards and worksheets, you will have all you need to help your preschool, pre k and kindergarten students develop an understanding around ‘size of the problem’.

This Size of the Problem bundle will help your students develop the language to use around big problems vs small problems and help them see that not all problems are equal.

What’s included in this Size of the Problem Bundle?

Resource 1: Big Problem Small Problem Scenarios 

These Big Problem Little Problem Scenarios will help your young learners differentiate between small, medium, and big problems.

Why help young learners understand Big Vs Small Problems?

Having an understanding of big problems vs little problems will allow your young learners to see that not all problems are the same; therefore, our reactions will defer according to the size of a problem.

What teachers are saying? 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ CJ M.

Assessing the size of the problem and the appropriate size of the response is a challenging topic.  This resource is so helpful.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Emily S..

We've been using this to work on our problem solving skills and it's helped! We've been really struggling with matching the level at which we react to the severity of the problem, so the idea of "big problem, small problem" has really helped. They're also learning how to solve these problems on their own.

Resource 2: Big Problem Little Problem Clip Cards

These big problem vs little problem clip cards will help your students differentiate between small and big problems; thus, helping them match the level at which they react to the severity of a problem.

What’s included in this Big Problem vs Little Problem Clip Cards?

•24 Big Problem Little Problem Clip Cards (4 per page)

•Versions: PDF Color and Black & White

Resource 3: Big Problem Little Problem Worksheets

These big problem-little problem worksheets will help your students differentiate between small and big problems; thus, helping them match the level at which they react to the severity of a problem.

What’s included in this Big Problem vs Little Problem Worksheets resource?

• 16 Big Problem Little Problem Worksheets highlighting what is a big problem and what is a small problem, size of the problem vs reaction, how can you respond to a small/big problem

How to Use these Size of the Problem Resources?

Option A:

For students already reading, this can be an independent activity for your classroom centers.

Great for reinforcing Size of the Problem or Problem Solving Concepts already learnt.

Option B:

For younger students or students not yet reading, these big problem little problem resources can be used with small groups or one to one work with an individual student. This allows you to delve into discussions in a fun and interactive way.

The CASEL SEL COMPETENCIES supported by this resource are:

1. Social Awareness- Being able to put themselves in another’s shoes and see the other’s point of view.

2. Responsible decision-making is the ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations.

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This social-emotional learning resource includes the tools you need to teach positive classroom culture and kindness mid-year after students return from winter break. Our SEL activities are set up to teach two weeks' worth of social-emotional learning with an emphasis on Zones of Regulation. You'll teach your students to show kindness and empathy towards others in a fun and engaging way. The activities can also be taught throughout the winter season to build classroom community.

What's Included:

• 12 printable activities available in full-page activity worksheets
• 8 different writing activities to focus on social-emotional learning and kindness.
• Peer to Peer collaborative games
• Zones of Regulation focused activities
• Engaging whole group activities
• 3 classroom posters with kindness quotes and wall decor
• Kindness activities for both whole group and individual learning.
• Student reflections on kindness, empathy, and emotional regulation
• Individual student emotion cool-down cards for binder rings
• Certificate of completion when Kindness Snow Camp is finished.
• Calisthenic exercises to engage students with learning.
• Making compliments sentence starter guide and apology template to assist students in problem-solving and sharing kind thoughts.

Your students will grow so much with kindness, empathy, and understanding of their emotions when you take the time to teach these after winter break. I hope this resource helps you build the necessary skills for your students to care for and respect each other.

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Related Resources:

Another SEL resource that we have in our shop is our "Remarkably You" activities which focus on building students' self-confidence in who they are. Click on the link below to see more.

Remarkably You

We also have a resource to teach your students how to strengthen friendships, build new relationships, and learn what it means to be a great friend. Click on the link below to see more.

Build Friendships | Peanut Butter & Cupcake ELA Resource

Looking for a resource to teach students how to care and respect others at the beginning of the year? Look into our Kindness Boot Camp that takes the same principles from Kindness Snow Camp and sets them up in a fun way to start the year.

Kindness Boot Camp | Social-Emotional Learning to Begin the School Year

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Introducing our "Mindfulness Mandala Coloring Page" – a wonderful tool to help our students embrace mindfulness and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness. This thoughtfully designed mandala coloring page is more than just an art activity; it's a gateway to mindfulness and emotional exploration.

As a teacher, I understand the importance of nurturing our students' well-being and providing them with tools to navigate the challenges they may face. That's why I'm excited to offer this "Mindfulness Mandala Coloring Page" as an extra assignment to encourage our students to consider mindfulness.

The captivating mandala design is created to capture their attention and transport them to a world of tranquility and creativity. Through coloring, students can find a moment of respite from the demands of their studies and immerse themselves in the present moment.

Each page includes prompts such as, "Imagine the mandala as a garden of emotions. Explore how different colors can nurture and cultivate the emotional landscape within you," provides a gentle invitation for our students to engage in self-reflection. As they select colors and fill in the intricate patterns, they can observe the emotions that arise and embrace the unique beauty of each stroke.

By incorporating mindfulness into their coloring experience, students can develop a greater sense of emotional intelligence and self-compassion. This assignment offers an opportunity for them to understand that emotions are fluid, and just like the mandala, they change and evolve over time.

I believe that promoting mindfulness among our students can help them manage stress, enhance focus, and develop empathy towards themselves and others. Encouraging this "Mindfulness Mandala Coloring Page" as an extra assignment is my way of supporting their emotional well-being and fostering a positive learning environment.

Let's embark on this mindful journey together, guiding our students toward self-awareness and personal growth with the "Mindfulness Mandala Coloring Page." I'm excited to witness the positive impact it will have on their lives, both inside and outside the classroom.

Part of the new "Emotions in Music" series! Ten "happy" classical compositions are included for your students.

Music Appreciation Made Easy!

Do you need engaging print-and-go activities and brain breaks? The music featured in this activity packet is carefully curated and previewed - saving you hours of planning time. Just print and cue the music! The selections are available on YouTube or your favorite streaming service. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required, so add a few to your sub plans, too!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of composers from different backgrounds
• observe seasonal/holiday influences within a composition
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Social-Emotional Learning

Listening to classical music has been shown to help with self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation. Since social-emotional learning is essential for children, incorporating classical music into your classroom or homeschool is a great way to support their development.

Talk about the emotions evoked by the selected music. What does the music make them feel? Happy? Sad? Anxious? Peaceful? Help students identify and label their emotions. Ask open-ended questions about the music and encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings.

Discuss the different instruments used in the piece of music. What does each instrument contribute to the overall sound? Encourage students to make up a story based on the music. What is happening in the story? Who are the characters? Where does it take place?

While listening, students can draw a picture or scene that comes to mind. What colors are used? What shapes? Why?

Happy Listening Sheets

1. Ode to Joy, Ludwig Van Beethoven
2. Symphony No. 34 in C, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
3. Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F, Johann Sebastian Bach
4. Waltz of the Flowers, Pyotr Tchaikovsky
5. Simple Symphony No. 4, Benjamin Britten
6. Berceuse Op. 57 in D flat, Frederic Chopin
7. Rondo in D Major, K. 485, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
8. Sonata No. 17 in C, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
9. Brandenburg Concerto No. 4, Johann Sebastian Bach
10. The Blue Danube, Johann Strauss II

What's Included

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Carnival Coloring - Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!

Listen and Color - While listening, students color the scene and choose the keywords/elements that resonate with their listening experience. There is lots of room for drawing, coloring, and journaling in the box! Students often engage in discussions about what they've heard or felt. Great for displaying!

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.