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Activities for Building Character, Social Learning GR 1-2 Activities for Building Character & Social-Emotional Learning Grades 1-2. /nOne of the key components of the Grades 1–2 materials is teaching kids to get along. Teachers are encouraged to use classroom meetings (circle time) throughout the day to deal with misunderstandings, bullying, inappropriate language, and social conflicts that arise inside and outside the classroom. By doing so, a forum is created where students can share their feelings, as well as review, process, and discuss ways to positively resolve conflicts. The more than 100 lesson plans and activities give multiple opportunities to capitalize on the teachable moments./nKey concepts explored in the program:/nMe and my safe and caring school—how to be an Ambassador of Peace/nDiscovering our feelings—learning how to Stop, Think, Choose/nMy support system—caring for others and being a friend/nRespect yourself and others—using good manners or bad manners/nCaring about one another—helping to prevent bullying/nCooperation—how to team up for success/nGetting along with others—using conflict resolution skills/nThe power to choose—growing responsibility/nFollow your dreams—using my gifts and talents/nThis book is also part of the Activities for Building Character and Social-Emotional Learning Set. Added: 4103 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 54.30 Views: 35502 | Comments: 0       Stop, Relax & Think Board Game Ages 6-12. By Becky Bridges, C.S.W., A.C.P. Stop, Relax, and Think is a board game to help impulsive children think before they act. In this ever-popular board game, active, impulsive children learn motor control, relaxation skills, how to express their feelings, and how to problem-solve. The manual includes information on how the game can be used both as a diagnostic and a treatment tool, and how behaviors learned in the game can be generalized for the home or classroom. The object of the game is to proceed through the Feelings, Stop, Relax, and Think sections of the game board to Finish, collecting chips along the way. The player with the most chips when the game ends wins./nFeelings When a player lands on a Feelings Card space he/she selects, reads aloud, and answers a Feelings Card. This section helps children become aware of their feelings and the early signs of stress, which is essential to their achieving self-control./nStop When a player lands on a Stop Sign space he/she rolls the 8-sided die. He/she then refers to the corresponding number on the Stop Card, performing whatever action is stated on the Stop Card until the person on his/her right says "Stop." If the player stops immediately he/she receives a chip. This section helps children practice behavior cessation and learn how to catch themselves before they respond or react automatically./nRelax When a player lands in the Relax space he/she does what is indicated on the space. This section helps children learn to relax. The ability to relax is a powerful asset for a child who is attempting to learn self-control./nThink This section helps children think through problems. This ability is a prerequisite to achieving self-control./nContents: Game Board 8-sided Die 6-sided Die 30 Chips Stop Card 36 Feelings Cards 33 Think Cards Instructions/nThis board game is also part of The Stop, Relax & Think Collection./nwww.childswork.com Added: 4158 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 75.23 Views: 10492 | Comments: 0       Wait & Win! Board Game Ages: 6-12. The Wait and Win board game was designed to teach children the importance of being patient in many different situations as they try a variety of fun tasks and try to solve problems. Patience is an important ingredient in a child's social and academic success. This game teaches frustration tolerance, self-control, respect for others, and a sense of time and timing. The object of the game is to earn as many "patience points" (chips) as possible. Includes a countdown timer that gives players feedback on how well they control their impulsivity. 2-4 players./nContents: Game board 24 You Win Cards (describe situations where children have been patient, with a positive result) 24 Patience Problems Cards (asks players to respond to situations where being patient is important) 24 Test Your Skill Cards (describe "stunts" that require patience and self-control) 100 chips 4 pawns Die Timer Instructions/nwww.childswork.com Added: 4158 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 54.10 Views: 6271 | Comments: 0       What Did You Say? A Game of Non-Verbal Language Ages: 6-12. The What Did You Say? A Non-Verbal Language game is designed to aid in teaching children to be aware of their body language and the body language of others. Many children have a hard time reading body language. It introduces children to several aspects of understanding body language, including two key concepts: 1) Different aspects of body language are associated with different feelings. 2) Different people may have different body language in the same situation. This game contains 50 colorful pictures of children in different postures. Players pick Body Language cards and try to match the posture closest to the feeling being expressed. Correct answers advance the player. Prompts have kids doing fun stunts and acting out situations as they express themselves non-verbally. For 3-6 players./nContents: Game Board 60 Body Language Cards (2 of each posture) 48 Situration Cards 2 Dice 6 Pawns 100 Chips 2 write-on/wipe-off slates (for use with the two-player version of this game) Instructions/nThis product is also part of the Social Skills/Asperger's Syndrome Game Set./nwww.childswork.com Added: 4158 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 65.43 Views: 5739 | Comments: 0       Roll A Role Series Ages: 6-10. Children learn new skills best when they can practice them in safe and fun situations. Series consists of three large Roll-A-Role cubes and five card games. Each card game has 2 decks of cards; one deck of cards focuses on "people," the other deck focuses on "situations." Each cube has a pocket in which to insert a card. Players roll the cubes and follow the instructions on the card that turns up. Players win points for using an appropriate "Positive Action" as outlined in the game. For 2-8 players./nSet includes one pack of 3 Cubes and 1 each of the following card games:/nA Game of Anger Managementl: Many children have problems controlling their anger and expressing it in appropriate ways. This game is designed to help children learn a variety of anger-control techniques by practicing them in common situations that often trigger inappropriate responses. Item # 389922 /nA Social Skills Game: Social skills are an important part of a child's emotional intelligence. This game is designed to help children learn a variety of friend-making skills. Item # 389925/nA Game of Non-Verbal Communication: Many children have difficulty reading nonverbal language. They may misread facial cues, posture, gestures, voice tone, or any other subtle aspects of nonverbal communication. This game is designed to help children pay more attention to the nonverbal aspects of communication. It is intended to help them be aware of both of their own nonverbal language, as well as nonverbal language used by others. Item # 389928/nA Bullying Prevention Game: Every day, countless children face bullies at school, on the playground, and in their neighborhoods. This game presents problems children commonly encounter and provides them with techniques to respond to those problems. Item # 389931/nA Good Behavior Game: This game is designed to teach children a range of positive behaviors that can be used with common situations that often trigger misbehavior. Item # 389934/nwww.childswork.com Added: 4159 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 54.47 Views: 2147 | Comments: 0       Dr. PlayWell's Think Positive Board Game Ages: 6-12. Developed by Lawrence E. Shapiro, Ph.D. Study after study tells us that children with a positive, optimistic attitude will be less susceptible to depression and other emotional and behavioral problems. This game teaches children how to identify and change negative thinking, how to recognize the effects of a negative and pessimistic attitude, and how to behave in ways that are more socially appropriate. The CD lets you print out miniature copies of the game so that it can be played at home. For 2-4 players./nContents: Game Board 24 Changing Negative Thoughts Cards 24 Positive Values Cards 24 What Will Happen? Cards 24 Solving Problems Cards 4 Pawns Die 50 Chips Instructions CD (to print a send-home version of the game for children to play between counseling sessions. CD includes a copy of the game board, copy of the cards, a numbers wheel, and abbreviated instructions for home use.) Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 68.13 Views: 2238 | Comments: 0       The Emotional Intelligence Game Grades 2-8. The Emotional Intelligence game is an entertaining and engaging game that reflects the five areas of emotional intelligence:/n*Self-awareness *Mood management *Self-motivat ion *Empathy *Relationship skills/nThere are two versions of the game and corresponding sets of rules; Competitive (where players play against each other) and Cooperative (where players work together). Players try to fill in their brain card by answering questions and winning tokens. Also included are six decks of cards relating to the five areas of emotional intelligence plus a deck of Bonus Cards. The Emotional Intelligence game utilizes both cognitive behavior therapy and social learning theory to help players build their emotional intelligence. For 2-6 players. Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 48.93 Views: 2955 | Comments: 0       Expressionary! Board Game Expressionary! is a game for teens and adults about feelings - what situations bring them up and the many different ways they can be expressed. Whether through words or non-verbally through movement and drawings, Expressionary! makes it easy and fun for players to express their feelings and thoughts. The object of the game is to have the highest number of tokens through correctly guessing other player's expressions, and being able to effectively communicate with others. The game is a must-have for every educator's, therapist's, or family's game collection! 4-12 players. Ages: 12-17. Created by Amanda L. Gissel, M.A/nContents: Game board 40 Feelings cards 40 Situation cards Chips 8 Place markers 1-minute timing device Instructions Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 53.67 Views: 3372 | Comments: 0       The Good Behavior Board Game Ages: 4-10. The Good Behavior game teaches children the importance of good behavior and helps them anticipate the consequences of misbehavior. Adults learn and practice two of the most effective forms of discipline for children: token reinforcement and time-out. Colorful cartoon graphics and the excitement of winning tokens makes the game fun. For 2-6 players. Includes: Game board, cards, 4 pawns, die, sand timer, instructions. Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 56.17 Views: 1889 | Comments: 0       The Helping, Sharing, and Caring Workbook with CD Ages: 4-12. By Lisa M. Schab, LCSW with Richard A. Gardner, M.D. Containing more than 60 activities, games, and puzzles, this book helps to reinforce the social skills that are so important in making friends. Designed to help children learn, value, and practice altruistic attitudes and behaviors towards others and themselves. Children learn how their own caring thoughts and actions help to make their immediate world, and the world in general, a better place./nThis workbook is divided into eight areas: Kindness, Empathy, Good Manners, Sharing, Respecting Yourself, Safety and Health, Doing the Right Thing, and Helping Others. Each section of the book teaches the importance of the particular topic area, and specific ways to express this virtue through thoughts, words, and actions. Children are able to practice the concepts by completing simple activities, puzzles, and games./nThis workbook is 88-pages, spiral-bound, and includes a CD./nThis workbook is also part of The Helping, Sharing, and Caring Collection Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 49.47 Views: 1819 | Comments: 0       The Helping, Sharing, and Caring Board Game Ages: 4-12. By Richard A. Gardner, M.D. The Helping, Sharing, and Caring board game helps children develop critical communication and social skills. The purpose of this game is to provide an enjoyable game in the context of which important issues are introduced. A wide variety of issues are focused on: self-esteem, manners, safety, ethics, values, health, consideration for others, interpersonal relations, the value of learning, sympathy, empathy, and competence. The responses to the cards impart information and facilitate communication, both of which can enhance feelings of self-worth and improve interpersonal relationships. 2-6 players./nContents: Game board 288 Discussion cards Spinner 6 pawns Chips 2 Dice/nThis board game is also part of The Helping, Sharing, and Caring Collection Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 54.90 Views: 2655 | Comments: 0       Positive Thinking Board Game Ages: 9 & Up. The Positive Thinking board game is an exceptional therapeutic game that maintains the premise that thought is the source of many of our emotional states. By becoming more aware of our self-talk and cognitive responses to situations, we can better select and control our emotions. Helpful in addressing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, depression, anger, and low self-esteem. All players are winners if they have learned even one thing about the benefits of positive thinking. For 2-6 players./nContents: Game Board Triangle Cards Star Cards Circle Cards Die 100 Chips 6 Pawns Instructions Added: 4163 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 63.77 Views: 2422 | Comments: 0       Dr. Playwell's Anger Control Games Ages: 5-10. Here are six colorful games for the price of one, all in a convenient and portable package. The games teach children such skills as recognizing what triggers their anger, self-control, self-calming, and much more. The program comes complete with cards and markers for each game. For 2-4 players./nDr. Playwell's Anger Control Game Book includes: Game board book Instruction manual 13 card sheets Pawns Die 100 chips Added: 4164 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 48.63 Views: 1888 | Comments: 0       Anger Management Speedway Board Game Ages: 11 & Up. The Anger Management Speedway Board Game helps teens and adults improve their ability to identify, cope with, and express their anger. Players will be able to: identify effects of anger on health and wellness, increase awareness of managing anger, identify coping outlets, and increase awareness of the role that anger has in people's lives. For 8-12 players./nIncludes: Board and game pieces, 2 sets of cards, & reproducible handouts. Added: 4165 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 53.33 Views: 10243 | Comments: 0       The Anger Solution Board Game The anger Solution game is a fun game to help provide alternative solutions for angry and aggressive behaviors . The goal is to help children understand they have control over their behavioral responses to anger and they can make choices that result in positive solutions. Anger is a natural emotion in response to conflict situations it can jeopardize relationships if not communicated effectively therefore it is suggested that this game should be played with adult supervision. The solution spinner introduces various anger management solutions, the solution cards present relaxation techniques, the empowerment cards offer positive affirmations and the question cards provide an understanding of the anger response. Added: 4165 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 71.60 Views: 3210 | Comments: 0       The Angry Monster Machine Board Game Ages: 5-10. The Angry Monster Machine board game shows how to teach Kids How to Express Anger. This game is designed to provide insight into both the root(s) of the problem and to introduce alternative coping mechanisms to deal with symptomatic anger. Each player learns to verbalize what makes him/her angry as the game progresses. In addition, normal conversation during the course of the game acts as a catalyst for the children to reveal the issues and conflicts that underlie their anger./nIn this game, each player uses a truck to cart a Play Doh monster to the Transforming Machine. The player then selects an adaptive way to transform the angry feelings and the Play Doh monster into something positive. The object is to be the first one to capture and transform four Angry Monsters. The players learn anger coping skills as they play. 2-4 players./nGame Board Die 12 Reader Transformer Cards 12 Non-Reader Transformer Cards 4 Trucks 4 Jars of Play Doh Angry Monster Maker Mold Instructions/nThis board game is also part of The Angry Monster Machine Bundle Added: 4165 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 51.04 Views: 4681 | Comments: 0       Boundaries Baseball Game Life is full of boundaries: Personal Boundaries,crossing boundaries that lead to anger, and group boundaries it is important to understand boundaries and how to deal with them . Boundaries Baseball gives you a chance to have fun and to learn. Combining learning and Baseball is a perfect anecdote for fun and entertainment. Each player starts on home plate and tries to score as many runs as you can. The players make their way around the board/bases via the commands on the spinner as players land on colored spaces they pick cards that correspond with the colors they land on and follow the directions on the card. There are also ways to throw strikes and hit home runs. The person with the most runs at the end of play is the winner but everyone is a winner when learning about Boundaries, with the Boundaries Baseball Game! Added: 4165 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 49.00 Views: 1987 | Comments: 0       PeaceTalks Resolving Conflicts This program examines the reasons why so many teen disagreements turn into conflicts and fights. Teens learn the importance of good communication skills in resolving conflicts, and how to cool out conflicts before they become violent. Added: 4232 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 139.16 Views: 2391 | Comments: 0 PeaceTalks Respecting Yourself and Others Whether you call it dissing, busting, capping or snapping, showing disrespect is probably the most common source of conflict and violence in the teen years. Respecting Yourself and Others examines both the humor and pain inherent in the put-downs and status games that typify so many teenage relationships, and reveals how they can easily move from innocent fun to hurtful attacks - particularly when used against different social, racial or ethnic groups. Added: 4232 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 131.73 Views: 1474 | Comments: 0 Myths of Marijuana Debunked School is a place where myths about marijuana abound. Many teens fervently believe that this drug isn't addictive, doesn't harm the brain, doesn't impair driving, and can't harm their future. Using the latest facts, science, and statistics, this program debunks these myths and proves marijuana use to be a deadly danger. Added: 4234 days ago From GuidanceGroup global.duration: 193.17 Views: 1920 | Comments: 0