https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj Serene Edwards 3rd Grade en-us 2022-04-20 05:49:49 UTC 2025-11-07 19:57:09 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f60a.png Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150887770 Reading aloud books about skills children are learning provides another model for their development. Engaging in supportive conversations and/or activities before, during, and after the read-aloud enhances learners' understanding and self-reflection…Read-alouds can also provide specific, concrete examples of these skills in a relatable context for the students.]]> 2022-04-20 19:13:53 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150887770 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150896410 When the class needs a brain break or as a transition between class activities.  A great option for a brain break is GoNoodle, which offers mindfulness videos, but also provides the students with an opportunity to have fun with their classmates while having a break from lessons.  Physical activity can help students rejuvenate and “wake up” so they are able to focus on the next task. Using GoNoodle leads to “37% decrease in classroom disciplinary events” (GoNoodle, 2020)

]]> 2022-04-20 19:20:47 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150896410 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150900269 Morning meetings are a schoolwide classroom management practice used to address students' social-emotional learning needs on a daily basis. Every morning, teachers gather their students in a circle (for 15 to 30 minutes) to interact with one another and kick-off the day.]]> 2022-04-20 19:24:01 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150900269 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150906719 One SEL approach to lowering the barriers: identifying and using low-cost, targeted strategies called “evidence-based prevention kernels.” These strategies, which address a specific behavior, could be taught quickly and be more feasible to implement than comprehensive programs. (Jones, Baily, Brush, & Khan, 2017)

]]> 2022-04-20 19:29:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150906719 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150910254 Gratitude journaling provides tons of social emotional benefits for students. According to research just a few of the benefits kids can gain from gratitude journaling are: Increases empathy and reduces aggression.]]> 2022-04-20 19:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150910254 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150917176 Mindful breathing is a technique that can help improve focus and restore calm into the classroom. Best of all, it’s a strategy that helps develop self-regulation skills, something that kids and teens need throughout their lives.]]> 2022-04-20 19:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150917176 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150921199 A daily morning meeting is a simple check-in time for each student to think about (and share) how they are feeling and what is on their mind. A daily check-in builds self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Most importantly, this can be a big deal for students who might need some extra support.

]]> 2022-04-20 19:42:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150921199 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150939039 Think-Pair-Share is a great way for students to develop social awareness and relationship skills.  This discussion technique gives students the opportunity to respond to questions in written form before engaging in meaningful conversation with other students. Asking students to write and discuss ideas with a partner before sharing with the larger group builds confidence, encourages greater participation, and results in more thoughtful discussions.]]> 2022-04-20 19:58:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150939039 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150955065 Music is a powerful SEL strategy that can be used in the classroom.  Many of the parts of SEL, such as learning body awareness, are much easier through music and movement. Also, you can discuss song lyrics with students to discuss feelings. Music is created through emotion, which allows students to connect with the artist's emotions or their own emotions.]]> 2022-04-20 20:13:05 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150955065 Serenetea https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150966710 Doing an SEL assessment at the beginning of the year, so you can know your students' strengths, and then do the assignment at the end of the year.  This helps you to align your classroom and lessons to benefit your students by using their strengths.  It also helps to identify students who are at risk of developing social-emotional problems before those problems emerge. ]]> 2022-04-20 20:24:27 UTC https://padlet.com/Serenetea/qa6vz02bmatzziyj/wish/2150966710