There are many games and activities that help kids connect with each other and their teachers. Building time into your daily schedule to have fun and get to know each other is important as we face the uncertainty of this school year.
Link to Community-Building Classroom Activities for K-8.
More activities are in your Second Step Materials, too!
Using Mindful Minutes to start each class period helps kids calm their thoughts and emotions for improved focus and learning.
As a class, develop your own Alphabet of Coping Skills using this video as an example.
Great way to practice shapes with little ones while learning a great breathing technique!
Wondering how to give them movement when they're not moving around the classroom?
Stretch out the kinks when they're sitting at their desks or computers too long! Great for virtual learners (or virtual teachers), too.
Good for any age. A quick stretch to reenergize!