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TIPS FOR CAREGIVERS

Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps children manage emotions,
learn how to feel empathy, create and achieve goals, and make good
decisions. An important goal of teaching SEL skills is providing students
with ways to be aware of and manage their emotions. Using mindfulness
practices can help support these skills, both in and outside of the classroom
or school setting.

BEFORE READING
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Talk to the reader about tools he or she uses to calm down or focus in school.
Discuss: Do you ever have a hard time focusing at school? What are ways
you can help your mind and body get ready for learning?

AFTER READING
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Talk to the reader about mindfulness at school.

Discuss: What are some ways you can be mindful at school?
How could these practices help you outside of school, too?

SEL GOAL
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Children are more likely to struggle with self-regulation during times of
transition, such as from one class to the next, from one activity to another,
and from lunch back to learning. Try practicing mindfulness to help these
transitions go more smoothly. Set aside a few moments at the beginning of
class for students to shut their eyes and focus on breathing. Students will
have the opportunity to reset and focus for the next lesson.