This flexible resource guide blends learning with life skills and character development. Hundreds of activities, monthly themes, and a foundation of literature make it easy to integrate social and emotional learning into the school day. One of the key components of the Grades 1 2 materials is teaching kids to get along. Teachers are encouraged to use classroom meetings (circle time) throughout the day to deal with misunderstandings, bullying, inappropriate language, and social conflicts that arise inside and outside the classroom. By doing so, a forum is created where students can share their feelings, as well as review, process, and discuss ways to positively resolve conflicts. The more than 100 lesson plans and activities give multiple opportunities to capitalize on the teachable moments.

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This flexible resource guide blends learning with life skills and character development. Hundreds of activities, monthly themes, and a foundation of literature make it easy to integrate social and emotional learning into the school day. One of the key components of the Grades 1 2 materials is teaching kids to get along. Teachers are encouraged to use classroom meetings (circle time) throughout the day to deal with misunderstandings, bullying, inappropriate language, and social conflicts that arise inside and outside the classroom. By doing so, a forum is created where students can share their feelings, as well as review, process, and discuss ways to positively resolve conflicts. The more than 100 lesson plans and activities give multiple opportunities to capitalize on the teachable moments.

June 2008

ISBN: 9781575422886