Social Emotional Learning
Developing the “I Can” Attitude
Our guest blogger, Peggy James, blogs weekly for The Gateway. Self-esteem is an essential quality of a successful student. A student without confidence in their own ability to learn will not learn to their full potential. A student without self-confidence can be an easy target for bullies and will seldom take risks reaching out socially[…]
You Are (Not?) Special: Self-Esteem Curriculum
By guest blogger Joann Wasik from TheGateway.org Last spring, a high school teacher from Massachusetts made international headlines when he told the graduating seniors that they were “not special.” In his address, David McCullough, Jr. told the graduating class that despite their “pampered, cosseted, [and] bubble-wrapped” lives, “You are not special. You are not exceptional.”[…]
Grades:
Elementary School
Too Many Teachers Are Getting Hit, Kicked, and Punched by Students
What to do when students get physical.
Grades:
Elementary School
These SEL Lessons Inspired by Shelter Animals Are What Kids Need Right Now
SEL lessons involving adorable animals? Sign me up!
Grades:
High School
26 Important Life Skills for Teens
Why not help your kids build these skills while they’re still at home?
Grades:
Elementary School
10 Inclusive Ways To Teach Whole Body Listening (Plus Free Posters and Worksheet)
Encourage active listening to facilitate learning.
15 Fun and Easy Yoga Poses Every Kid Should Know (Free Printables)
Namaste your way to a better day!
How to Choose the Best SEL Curriculum for Your School
Learn what to look for and what to avoid.
25 Growth Mindset Activities To Inspire Confidence in Kids
Help them believe they can achieve.
Grades:
Elementary School
35 Heartwarming Children’s Books About Friendship
Perfect picture books for important conversations.
30 Friendship Videos To Teach Kindness and Compassion
It's one of the most important things for kids to learn.