As parents and educators, we all want our children to grow up with the ability to understand their emotions, connect with others, and manage social situations effectively. One way to improve these life skills is through emotional learning activities for kids. Emotional learning helps children to process their feelings, understand how to respond to them,…
Morning Journal Prompts for Kids How 10 Minutes Can Shape a Child’s Day Every morning starts the same way in my house. There’s the scramble to find socks, the forgotten lunchbox, and the persistent reminder to brush teeth. You probably know what I mean. But in the middle of all this, I discovered a small…
As a middle school teacher, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable journal writing can be for students. It’s a simple activity, yet it opens up so many opportunities for self-reflection and creative expression. But if you’ve ever struggled with helping your students get started, you know that coming up with the right journal prompts can be…
Why Many Homes Miss Daily Gratitude Many parents notice that school schedules, screens, and social media crowd each day. Children see rapid-fire images that highlight what they lack. National data show that one in five young people report feeling anxious each week, and World Health Organization estimates place childhood anxiety at 19% worldwide. Research teams…
I see children slump over tablets, wiggle during class, and complain about tight backs. You probably notice the same issues at home. Crescent moon pose for kids solves several of these problems at once, because the pose lengthens the side body, trains balance, and even settles restless energy. I have taught it in classrooms, living…