Feelings & social learning
1st gradeA Family Plan for Borrowing and Returning
Create a practical borrowing agreement that names the owner, the item, the return plan, and what to do when a person says no or a plan changes.
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Feelings & social learning. Page 2. Practical activities for children ages 3–8: letters, counting, shapes, colors, science, and social learning, with examples and tips for parents.
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2nd gradeSolving a Two-Person Materials Problem
Help two people identify a shared materials problem, compare realistic options, and agree on a plan that respects ownership and access.
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1st gradeTalking about a Hard Day without Interrogating
Offer a child a low-pressure way to share about a difficult day, choose support, or decline a conversation, with practical examples for adults.
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KindergartenPracticing Gratitude through Specific Noticing
Practice noticing a specific action or experience and expressing appreciation by choice, with examples that respect privacy and a recipient’s boundaries.
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KindergartenPersonal Space with Toy Figures
Use toy figures to practice asking about personal space, responding to a boundary, and finding a workable distance without forcing touch.
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2nd gradeChanging a Plan Together when Something Goes Wrong
Practice noticing what changed, identifying each person’s needs, and agreeing on a workable revised plan when a shared activity is interrupted.
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