Social Connections

Your child may:

• Frequent conflicts with peers

• Frequent tattling on others

• Have difficulty carrying on conversation or play

• Exhibit immature or inappropriate play or interactions

• Annoy and irritate others

• Difficulty relating to others

• Trouble sharing, taking turns, and compromising

• Bother others and get their attention then run away or laugh

• Only want to play or do what they want to, unwilling to do what others want to do

• Little to no interaction in classroom or during unstructured times

• Trouble getting along in groups or pair work

• Not interact with other children in age appropriate ways

• Have difficulty making or maintaining friendships

These supports may also be beneficial for students who are still having difficulty why we are staying home and engaging in distance learning.

Coping Skills for Kids

• Depending on the situation, need, and child, there are numerous ways to teach kids coping skills

• Always try to use active listening skills

• Use a clam tone

• Be firm when necessary and set boundaries

• Use support and resources below for specific lesson plans, ideas, strategies, and skill

Look for emails regarding lunch bunches, socials, and clubs to help expand your child's social connections during distance learning.