Restorative Justice Practices (RJP) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) by Kait Dugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j An introduction to how to implement RJP in the classroom for TK-3rd grade en-us 2023-03-01 21:16:14 UTC 2025-10-18 15:12:31 UTC hello@padlet.com Community Wall - RJ tools you use that you'd like to share with other educators kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500212178 2023-03-01 21:44:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500212178 Cultivating Curious Kids kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500214066 https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/9-curiosity-killers/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=022263.4]]> 2023-03-01 21:46:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500214066 kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500217039
"Relationship building is natural in what we do – the bonds with teachers, students and parents are keys to success."
-Stacie Curtis, Director of Early Education with the Burlington School District
]]> 2023-03-01 21:50:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500217039 FREE: Jake's Story kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500227195 In FREE, young people ask what it means to be yourself. Exploring gender stereotypes, LGBT families, and what it’s like to feel different to everybody else, this film will get your pupils talking. Use our resource pack with lesson plans and workshop activities to help you dive in and keep the conversations going.]]> 2023-03-01 22:04:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500227195 FREE - Activity Pack kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500229065 https://www.stonewall.org.uk/system/files/free_activity_pack-2021.pdf]]> 2023-03-01 22:07:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500229065 Early SEL: Improved Behavior, Improved Learning kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500232584 2023-03-01 22:13:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500232584 Relationship & community building kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500237963 -Focusing the first 1-2 months of the school year on building a cohesive classroom community.]]> 2023-03-01 22:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500237963 Kimochis Feeling Chart (English) kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500239529 2023-03-01 22:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500239529 Kimochis Feeling Chart (Spanish) kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500239816 2023-03-01 22:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500239816 Talk about feelings kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500240711 - Talk about feelings as part of the curriculum, restorative circles, and restorative conversations.
- Daily identification of how we feel, using a chart such as Kimochis.]]> 2023-03-01 22:25:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500240711 Circles promote self-regulation kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500241380 "The self-regulation during Restorative Practice circles may include deep breathing, taking a quiet pause, and listening to others ... They ensure that all students can express opinions and feelings is so important for building self-advocacy and confidence in our students."
-Building Bright Futures
]]> 2023-03-01 22:26:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500241380 Start slow kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500242858 - For younger students (i.e. TK), start with one 5-minute circle a day. This helps keep them positive and successful. Build up to 2 or even 3 circles a day!
- Build your way up to longer meetings of 10-15 minutes, throughout the year.]]> 2023-03-01 22:28:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500242858 Expect imperfection! kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500246450 - It's more about developing a routine around stopping and breathing, than anything.
- The circles with small kiddos will be loud and wiggly - that's okay!
- If you are able to, having more adults in the circle to model sitting still and quiet is ideal.]]> 2023-03-01 22:34:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500246450 Notes on circles kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500251767 - Having lots of visuals will help your students of all backgrounds to better understand & focus
- Some students may need to practice circles 1:1, beforehand.]]> 2023-03-01 22:42:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500251767 Creating an Ideal Social-Emotional Environment in Early Learning kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500252179 2023-03-01 22:42:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500252179 Affirmations kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500253406 - I take of myself. I take care of my friends. I take care of my things.
- I am confident and brave.
- I am important and special.
- I can listen to others even if I don't agree.
- Mistakes help me learn and grow.

]]> 2023-03-01 22:44:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500253406 Solutions Cards kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500254536 2023-03-01 22:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500254536 Circle Ideas kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500254942 - Growing together: We are learning and growing together.
- Self-esteem:
- Conflict:
- Coping-skills:
- Stress:
- We all make mistakes: Even though we make mistakes, we are all good people. Teacher can model making mistakes.
- Mindfulness & breathing: infinity breathing, rainbow breaths, option to lay down and close eyes, light music playing
- Being a friend: Being honest, kind, and respectful
- Gentle and respectful touch: ]]> 2023-03-01 22:46:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500254942 We use restorative communication to acknowledge staff and children’s feelings kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500260813 For example, when a student’s tower is knocked over, we acknowledge that the student is frustrated or disappointed and that it’s ok to feel that way.

We can then remind them that we’re all still learning and see if the student who knocked it down can find a way to help repair/rebuild the tower]]> 2023-03-01 22:55:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500260813 Expected outcomes kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500262612 -Students feel more like a part of the classroom community
-Decrease in challenging behaviors
-Students learn skills and get into a routine
-More positive and stronger relationships between staff
-More productive conversations around hard topics
-More understanding and celebration of differences in families and amongst students

]]> 2023-03-01 22:58:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500262612 Internal (Emotional) Weather Report - Check-in kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500274875 2023-03-01 23:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500274875 Circle Guidelines - TK-3rd kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500291487 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ahrhQaeR7_77gyu2FWeQRECQItAhMD_DUbHR0TcZi5w/edit?usp=sharing]]> 2023-03-01 23:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2500291487 kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2516745495 "Restorative Practice Circles are a place where students safely practice listening, speaking, and practice taking responsibility for their actions. These learning opportunities ultimately build their social emotional skills and lead to emotional literacy."]]> 2023-03-14 21:07:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2516745495 Safe Space Guidelines kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520034733 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mbPh46c40ESNYfqjeN83JiCTXPWaH9qu/view]]> 2023-03-16 22:03:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520034733 Worksheet - Repair Plan kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520035410 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W2s5HODnuT9qJZsID7AqEU-1KVdmprgr/view]]> 2023-03-16 22:05:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520035410 Restorative Conversation Guide - W.A.R.M Convos kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520036689 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B8dWgIaxGm4vhkI8gqQtiWGsS1heXO36/view]]> 2023-03-16 22:07:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520036689 Worksheet - Peace Plan (Communicating our feelings to others) kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520037751 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PBJBwW8ek9OQ6mi49s3TnotPsrKVWpoIFXCcxCeYgj0/edit]]> 2023-03-16 22:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520037751 Worksheet - Talk It Out (Guide) kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520038389 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWK-e0lq4G-YR16mJCNbW1gv3y9RHJjE4AKMgX0xah0/edit]]> 2023-03-16 22:10:44 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520038389 Worksheet - 4 Step Apology kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520039108 https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/4-Step-Apology-Poster-4540922?st=486286e12918cef0351b036452c318df]]> 2023-03-16 22:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2520039108 RJP Resources for VUSD Community - Google Drive kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2521436606 2023-03-18 00:58:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2521436606 VUSD Restorative Justice Referral Form/Ticket kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2550761872 https://forms.gle/PDrrzSbE4bEHdxHeA]]> 2023-04-11 22:38:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2550761872 VUSD RJP Menu of Services - Brochure kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2550765435 2023-04-11 22:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2550765435 Elementary School Behavior Strategies that Work! kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2595168056 https://www.instagram.com/goodmorningmsfosterltd/?hl=en]]> 2023-05-17 19:05:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2595168056 Slide Deck - RJP in ECE kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2596616680 2023-05-18 18:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2596616680 Restorative Circle (Tier 1) kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2596764653 2023-05-18 21:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2596764653 Self-Regulation Method kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623675818 https://www.kimochisway.com/the-kimochis-self-regulation-method-low-color/]]> 2023-06-14 18:09:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623675818 Mad-O-Meter kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623676060 https://www.kimochisway.com/mad-o-meter/]]> 2023-06-14 18:10:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623676060 Communication Poster kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623676767 https://www.kimochisway.com/kimochis-5-keys-to-communication-posters/]]> 2023-06-14 18:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623676767 Brave Badges kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623677234 https://www.kimochisway.com/kimochis-brave-badges/]]> 2023-06-14 18:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623677234 Redo Band Aids kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623677732 https://www.kimochisway.com/kimochis-redo-band-aids/]]> 2023-06-14 18:13:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623677732 'Make Your Own Feeling' Worksheet kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623678351 https://www.kimochisway.com/make-your-own-feeling-worksheet/]]> 2023-06-14 18:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623678351 Kimochi Character Handouts kaitdugan https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623678574 https://www.kimochisway.com/free-resources-characters/]]> 2023-06-14 18:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitdugan/hj8wgtua3iyop17j/wish/2623678574