Ongoing Social-Emotional Skills Class Using Primary Literature for Ages 6-9
Learn early essential social-emotional skills taught through quality primary-aged literature. #superstar
Miss Kate, M. Special Ed., TEFL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(125)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Optional homework activities may be provided if appropriate, depending upon the subject matter for the week.Assessment
Optional homework activities may be provided if appropriate, depending upon the subject matter for the week.Class Experience
This ongoing course focuses on learning the essential social-emotional skills necessary for primary-aged students to be successful in society. Each week will focus on various skills using primary literature as the focus point. Although each week will have a different area of interest, every lesson will contain the following key elements: first, the class will share "good things"; second, I will introduce the topic and the book and lead a short discussion regarding the vocabulary used in the book. The discussion will be followed by the main portion of the lesson: reading the book and learning about the day's focus skill. Last, students will participate in a culminating activity focused on review and practice. I teach with the expectation of a high ratio of student-teacher interaction and a brisk pace. Each lesson focuses on developing a social skill which should be practiced in a group of accepting members. The lesson will include slides, teacher-led activities and discussion. The following lessons will be taught September, October and November: Week of September 1 The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein Unconditional love Week of September 8 A Kindness Remembered by Beth Lazzazero Mack Appreciation and caring for others Week of September 15 My Hair is a Garden by Cozbi A. Cabrera Taking care of your body Week of September 22 The Monster in My Basement by Dave Preston Max the Brave by Ed Vere Courage and assumptions Week of September 29 What is Beautiful by Etan Boritzer Noticing your surroundings Week of October 6 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Self appreciation Week of October 13 The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds Growth Mindset Week of October 20 Tea with an Old Giant by Jane Yolen Kindness Week of October 27 The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Patience Week of November 3 Runny Babbit by Shel Silverstein Acceptance Week of November 10 Pig the Rebel by Aaron Blabey Learning from our mistakes Week of November 17 If You Found a Leaf by Aimee Ticuro Creativity Week of November 24 Super Joe Does Not Do Cuddles by Michael Catchpool Affection Week of December 1 The Very Greedy Bee by Steve Smallman Patience
Learning Goals
Students will learn essential social and emotional skills through a class that uses primary literature as a teaching tool. Most classes will include "homework" activities that will help your child practice the week's skill at home.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The intention of these social-emotional skills development classes will not be to elicit reports of personal experiences with mental health from learners and is not therapeutic in nature. In the event that a learner does share any personal mental health details, I will navigate the discussion toward the subject matter of the day.
Supply List
Learners will be provided the week's handouts via email prior to class. They will not be essential for class success, but will be helpful nevertheless.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2022
4.9
125reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Alaska Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Master's Degree in Education from University of Alaska, Fairbanks
I have a master's degree in special education with an emphasis in behavior, and I teach daily social skills in my brick-and-mortar school.Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 64 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
1-6 learners per class
