Being able to disconnect for our phones and devices is an important skill. Reducing technology use can help teens and young adults improve focus, build relationships, strengthen social skills, and give time for new experiences. Keep in mind that disconnecting isn’t about abandoning technology use entirely. Instead, it’s about using meaningful strategies to help us […]

In our distraction-filled world, we are all desperately in need of strategies to help us clear, calm, and focus our busy minds. This is especially true for kids and teens who are constantly on the go. Practicing mindfulness can be a simple and effective solution to help kids and young adults relax their minds and […]

Journal writing with a focus on social-emotional learning skills is the perfect strategy to teach critical SEL in the classroom; it’s a simple strategy that combines writing practice with learning skills for success. All kids and teens could use a boost with social-emotional skills. These are the abilities that help students manage emotions and stress, […]

Self-regulation is the ability to effectively manage your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It’s the ability that helps kids to manage everyday emotions, focus well on tasks, and positively connect with others. While it’s an important skill throughout the whole year, self-regulation strategies become even more critical for kids before and after winter or holiday break. […]

Conflict resolution is extremely important for the middle and high school classroom. When a diverse group of students come together in the classroom, there is bound to be disagreements, problems, and misunderstandings. Students in a science group might disagree about the correct technique to use on a project. A student in the classroom might feel […]