Activities for Teaching Social Skills, Self Management & Respectful Living

The lessons in this easy-to-use activity book are designed to develop in your students the skills, behaviors, attitudes, and perspectives that lead to emotional literacy. Social competence, self-management abilities, and respectful, responsible living are all vital aspects of healthy social and emotional development. As such these skills and behaviors support learning, positive behavior, personal development and well-being. The carefully designed activities in this book will engage your student's minds in learning and their heart's in embracing such valuable life lessons as: ? Respecting Self and Others ? Encouraging Trust and Honesty ? Expressing Gratitude ? Developing Empathy and Compassion ? Being Responsible and Dependable ? Cooperating with Others ? Controlling Anger ? Managing Conflict ? Overcoming Harmful Peer Pressure ? Reducing Prejudice and Stereotyping ? Valuing Differences ? Practicing Non-Violent Communication ? Exploring Win-Win Strategies ? Making Friends ? Speaking Up Against Bullying ? Eliminating Put-Downs and Gossip