Inside: Instructions, video, and free crumpled paper activity pdf for the Wrinkled Heart Activity. Learn how a piece of crumpled up paper becomes an impactful anti-bullying lesson for elementary students. The Wrinkled Heart Activity or Crumpled Paper Bullying Lesson is a powerful way to teach children about the lasting effects of bullying.This simple activity is…
A heartwarming experimental program offering hope!In May 2019, Australia’s first co-built educational and aged-care facility was opened in Morphett Vale, South Australia.The Montessori middle school has three classrooms to accommodate around 60 students on the grounds of Kalyra Woodcroft aged care facility in Adelaide. Continue Reading
Inside: If your students seem stressed or restless, try the Snowball Toss activity. It’s a quick way to help kids relax while seeing you as a cool and understanding teacher who always knows how to brighten their day! Take a 60-Second Brain Break to Relieve Stress and AnxietyIt can be difficult to get students to…
Teaching Kindness Changes the Classroom Community!Phrases like “random acts of kindness” and “pay it forward” have become popular terms in modern society. There are even special days dedicated to highlighting the importance of kindness and organizations who specialize in altruism. But why has it become so popular to teach kindness in schools? Perhaps that’s best explained…
Most children enjoy getting creative with pencils and crayons. But did you know there are impressive reasons beyond fun to encourage the use of mindful coloring pages for kids and adults?The significant benefits of mindful coloring pages are now being realized for all age groups as it takes its place alongside yoga and meditation as…
Inside: This meaningful self esteem activity teaches your students the power of giving compliments and helps create a warm sense of belonging in your classroom. If you’re looking for a simple but powerful way to boost confidence, the Build ’Em Up Hot Seat is one of the most beautiful lessons that your students will cherish. It’s…
Art and music have been used for years in various forms of therapy due to their healing powers, but many people don’t understand how big a part they can play in boosting mental health and overall well-being. Not only do they promote wellness by giving an individual an outlet for stress and anxiety, but they…
Inside: Easy instructions on how to make a mind jar and why it’s such an amazing calming tool for kids. With simple steps and helpful tips, you’ll want to make one right away for your classroom or home. There’s something so calming about a mesmerizing mind jar. They’re quick to make and can be a…
When one of your children, (student or biological) is hysterical because they’ve just had an accident or some sort of perceived trauma, what’s your first challenge? You need to understand what has happened, so you can soothe them. This of course is impossible if the child is blabbering and sobbing incomprehensibly. Your naturally wise self…
INSIDE: Nails in the Fence is a powerful short story about anger and its lasting impact. Perfect for SEL, it teaches emotional regulation, empathy, and the value of repairing harm, giving teachers a relatable tool for self-reflection and to guide kinder choices. The Nails in the Fence story is a powerful short SEL lesson for…
The older I get, the more I’m hearing people complain of a lack of joy and fulfillment in their lives. Personally, I think this is often caused by an imbalance in physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs. In other words, people are not allowing themselves the right amount of sleep, nutrition, exercise, work, security, intellectual…
Everyone has times when they feel overwhelmed by the direction their life is taking. The feeling that you’ve been chasing your dreams for far too long without the results you were expecting is all too common and can result in you wanting to give up. Emotions can run high during these times and outside pressures can…