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Social Skills for Big Kids

In this 9-week class, we will use some of the best children’s picture books to learn nine key social skills such as letting emotions go, asking for help, accepting “no” for an answer, and disagreeing appropriately.
Arline Erven
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9 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hours
Homework
Learners will be encouraged to tell their grown-ups about: The skill they learned. The book they read. Learners will also be encouraged to practice the skill throughout the week.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner Level
In this 9-week class, we will use some of the best children’s picture books to learn key social skills such as letting emotions go, asking for help, accepting “no” for an answer, and disagreeing appropriately. 

The following social skills will be taught using the accompanying books: 

Week 1: Letting Emotions Move Through Your Body
		When Sophie Gets Angry, Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang
		
Week 2: Showing Self-Control
		“Cookies,” a story in Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel

Week 3: Asking for Help
		Mr. Putter and Tabby Catch the Cold by Cynthia Rylant
 
Week 4: Controlling Emotions
		I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen

Week 5: Staying on Task
		Mr. Putter and Tabby Write the Book by Cynthia Rylant

Week 6: Making Friends
		Henry & Mudge and the Careful Cousin

Week 7: Including Others
		The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig

Week 8: Teamwork
		The Wolf, the Duck and the Mouse by Mac Barnett

Week 9: Showing Appreciation
		The Thank You Book by Mo Willems

Prior to each class, if possible, the learners will have read the book or had the book read to them. 

The class will be teacher-led and student-focused. 
The learners will have already read the book or had it read to them. 

During each class, we will discuss the social skill and the book from the week. 
Learners will have a chance to talk about what they already know about this skill and how they’ve done or seen it in their daily lives. 
We will take a few minutes to practice the skill with one another. 
We will also review past social skills with a game.

The learners do not need prior knowledge. I will use developmentally appropriate language during the discussion.
Learning Goals
Learners will have a better understanding of various social skills. These skills are applicable to relationships with family and friends, at school, and in other social situations. 

Learners’ verbal vocabulary will grow.

Learners will become more fluent in conversation skills such as active listening and turn-taking.

Learners will gain confidence in having verbal conversations.

Learners will use the text and illustrations in books to better understand social interactions. 

Learners will begin to see how their lives connect to the stories they read.
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Learning Needs
Concrete examples Structured routine Visual elements and support Visual books list and schedule (upon request)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The following books will be used: When Sophie Gets Angry, Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang Mr. Putter and Tabby Catch the Cold by Cynthia Rylant I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes The Thank You Book by Mo Willems Mr. Putter and Tabby Write the Book by Cynthia Rylant The Wolf, the Duck and the Mouse by Jon Klassen “Cookies,” a story in Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel
Joined July, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Valdosta State University
Taught elementary public school for four years.
I have worked with children in some capacity for over two decades. 
I enjoy discussions with children and hearing their diverse points of view.
I have led and attended various book clubs.
I'm an avid reader of children’s literature. 

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weekly or $99 for 9 classes
1x per week, 9 weeks
25 min

Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
1-3 learners per class

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