Separation Anxiety At School

separation anxiety in children

Separation anxiety, the fear of being away from mom, dad or another caregiver, can pop up unexpectedly and at various points throughout a child’s development. Those morning transitions can be messy, ugly and sad, but adults should take heart, said Jennifer Miller, an expert in social and emotional learning and … Read more

How To Make Friends At School

Lesson Extension When Using Centervention Online Programs Learning how to make friends is a recurring theme across our entire online SEL curriculum. For example, in Scene Six from Adventures Aboard the SS GRIN is all about knowing what qualities make a good friend, and taking the initial steps toward making … Read more

Perfectionist Child: Lesson and Expert Tips

perfectionist child

Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle SEL Skill(s): Emotion Regulation Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Embracing self improvement worksheet (available when logged in to your Centervention educator account) Perfectionism Versus Self-Improvement Lesson Lesson Introduction First, explain the difference between perfectionism and striving to become the best possible version of yourself by … Read more

Expressing Feelings Without Blaming Activity

expressing feelings

Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle SEL Skill(s): Communication Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Student worksheet Expressing Feelings Worksheet Directions In this worksheet, students will read the statement of one scarab beetle to their partner. They will then suggest what the scarab beetle say next from multiple choice options. The best … Read more

Critical Thinking Worksheets

making assumptions

Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle SEL Skill(s): Communication Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Critical Thinking Worksheet Printable One, Printable Two Critical Thinking Worksheet Instructions Explain to your students that just because someone said something, or a situation appears a certain way, doesn’t mean it’s true. A fact is something you … Read more

Peer Pressure Activities

peer pressure activities

Recommended Grade Level: Elementary and Middle SEL Skill(s): Communication, Cooperation, Empathy Duration: 30 minutes Materials: Peer Pressure Activity Instructions Begin the activity by discussing how cooperation is a necessary skill, but sometimes it’s actually important not to cooperate. You can ask them if they can think of examples where it … Read more

Coping Skills Worksheets

Coping skills are essential for navigating the ups and downs of life. Whether we face major life changes, unexpected challenges, or just everyday stressors, having effective coping strategies can help us manage our emotions, reduce anxiety, and maintain a sense of control. With the coping skills worksheets below, your students … Read more

Social Skills Group Activities

social skill group activities

On this page, you will find free social skills group activities that are appropriate for students in elementary and middle school. In addition, you can find a broader selection of individual and social skills group activities here. Note: Educators are free to use these activities with students via other platforms like … Read more