1st Grade

Students look for signals and explicit signs to help them navigate the classroom. The teacher face is a great way to signal to the class that things have gotten off track.

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In this video, Breathe For Change founder, Ilana, explains and models the Two Word Check In strategy. Use this video to supplement the Two Word Check In activities for elementary and middle/secondary students.

In this video, Breathe For Change founder, Ilana, explains and models the Chime Time strategy.

In this video, Marta, Alex, Jackson, Daniel and Jada learn how to collect and organize survey data using a simple tally chart.

Fourth-grade teacher Lisa Koplik explains how to make a group contract to keep kids on track throughout the year.

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If a student fails to ask for help, a conversation with parents or guardians might be necessary. That way, a teacher can better understand any underlying problems that might only be surfacing at home.

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When a student is having a hard time asking for help, allowing them to submit written questions on 3x5 cards can open up the conversation.

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Homemade playdough is easy (and fun!) to make! Save yourself some time and money at the craft store and try out these quick and easy playdough recipes using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• 1 cup water

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1/2 cup salt • 1 tablespoon cream of tartar

• Food coloring

• Saucepan

• 1 cup flour

• Plastic gloves

• Food coloring

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