Students are introduced to vocabulary, and their prior knowledge about infectious diseases …
Students are introduced to vocabulary, and their prior knowledge about infectious diseases is assessed. They conduct a liquid exchange activity that models the spread of an infectious disease. An activity summary discussion helps students extend and apply their understanding of how an infectious disease may spread. Students work in small groups to examine real-life cases of infectious diseases from different countries and diverse approaches in solving the health problems caused by infectious diseases. Students learn about people and organizations that help prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Students also consider how to balance protecting the rights of those who have infectious disease and those who do not.
"The Science of Happiness is a free online course that explores the …
"The Science of Happiness is a free online course that explores the roots of a happy and meaningful life. Students engage with some of the most provocative and practical lessons from this science, discovering how cutting-edge research can be applied to their own lives.
Since it first launched in September of 2014, The Science of Happiness has been hugely popular: It is one of the top 10 courses on the edX platform, where it is hosted; more than 500,000 students have registered for it so far; and students who complete the course report significant increases in their happiness and decreases in their levels of stress and loneliness."
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In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed …
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life. Enroll for free. SKILLS YOU WILL GAIN Gratitude Happiness Meditation Savoring
This website is excellent. It contains rich and diverse high-quality resources directed …
This website is excellent. It contains rich and diverse high-quality resources directed towards teachers and learners. Activities and guides can be self-paced/self-directed by the learner, or facilitated with adults. Material encourages critical thinking, and learning across subjects (ex: integrating learning new vocabulary into math activities).
Resources available across subjects, searchable by grade level, subject, and domain within each subject (ex: fractions within mathematics).
Materials for early childhood and grades K-12. Freely available.
As part of a collaboration between McGill University and the University of …
As part of a collaboration between McGill University and the University of Guelph, we are an international outreach organization providing current information and helpful resources about self-injury to individuals who self-injure, those who have recovered, as well as their caregivers and families, friends, teachers and the health professionals who work with them.
The video series goes through the seven sacred teachings in kid-friendly language. …
The video series goes through the seven sacred teachings in kid-friendly language. There are seven videos, one for each teaching, as well as an overview video. The videos are short and can stand alone without the resource. The resource goes along with each of the videos. Could be paired with Leader in Me or character education.
Children pick up ideas about gender beginning in their infancy; they constantly …
Children pick up ideas about gender beginning in their infancy; they constantly observe the variety of families and forms of expression around them, and they might be curious about the feelings they have for others. The films on this playlist will help to open up conversations about gender identity and sexual orientation in age-appropriate ways for primary-school children
Every single person on this planet will experience gender and sexuality in …
Every single person on this planet will experience gender and sexuality in a variety of ways. This playlist asks its viewers to consider the multitude of stories experienced by 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and communities in order to create deeper, more empathetic understandings of what it means to be 2SLGBTQIA+ and additionally, to open up conversations about what it means for anyone to experience gender and sexuality.
Life can be overwhelming, anxiety invoking, and stressful. Sometimes we all need …
Life can be overwhelming, anxiety invoking, and stressful. Sometimes we all need a healthy escape. This Virtual Calming Room was inspired by School Counselors and School Social Workers across the United States to help students locate tools and strategies to positively manage their emotions.
"Sitting Still Like a Frog Audio Read by Myla Kabat-Zinn The audio …
"Sitting Still Like a Frog Audio Read by Myla Kabat-Zinn
The audio exercises included with Sitting Still Like a Frog are based on mindfulness-training exercises for adults and developed especially for children and their parents. They form the core of learning to be more mindful at different times throughout the day. You can do the exercises together with your child or children. Some kids like to do the exercises on their own, and many parents love doing the exercises themselves. You can do them sitting on the floor, on a couch or chair, or lying in bed.
To play the audio exercises in your web browser, click the links below. You can also go to SoundCloud directly and download all the tracks to your device or computer."
The Fourth R is a consortium of researchers and professionals dedicated to …
The Fourth R is a consortium of researchers and professionals dedicated to promoting healthy adolescent relationships and reducing risk behaviours. They develop and evaluate programs, resources, and training materials for educators and other front-line professionals who work with youth.
Video series are provided for each of the following:
Healthy Relationships Plus Program (HRPP) Skills for Effective Relationships
Healthy Relationships Program (HRP) for LGBT2Q+ Youth Skills for Effective Relationships
The Fourth R Grade 7 Skills for Effective Relationships
The Fourth R Grade 8 Skills for Effective Relationships
The Fourth R Grade 9 Skills for Effective Relationships
Northwest Territories Skills for Effective Relationships
Texas Skills for Effective Relationships
Indigenous Peer Mentoring Skills for Effective Relationships
Social-emotional learning (SEL) instruction in small groups can be a great way …
Social-emotional learning (SEL) instruction in small groups can be a great way to build student belonging and community—while also teaching key skills and competencies that students may need additional support with.
This toolkit includes a set of 6 facilitation guides for small-group SEL activities—complete with “how to” instructions for educators. These low-lift strategies are designed to help promote positive relationships while building students’ SEL skills.
The Smithsonian Learning Lab puts the treasures of the world's largest museum, …
The Smithsonian Learning Lab puts the treasures of the world's largest museum, education, and research complex within reach. The Lab is a free, interactive platform for discovering millions of authentic digital resources, creating content with online tools, and sharing in the Smithsonian's expansive community of knowledge and learning.
Use the search tool to discover lots of resources on endless topics. The sky's the limit!
This is a cross curricular project revolving around the documentary The Social …
This is a cross curricular project revolving around the documentary The Social Dilemma. Students will write an essay and create an Action Plan to tackle the issues surrounding Social Media and it's pervasiveness in our lives. The outcomes covered are focused in Social 7, Health 7 and ELA 7.
Social Experience Blogging is an assignment that can provide students an opportunity …
Social Experience Blogging is an assignment that can provide students an opportunity to express themselves while thinking about social experiences or situations that they have been involved in. With Psychology 20 focusing on the world of social psychology, it is important for students to reflect upon their lives and look at the world with their own personal scope. This provides students with a chance to customize blogs to their own liking and have a vehicle for personal expression.
The Social Justice Fair is a group inquiry project designed to be …
The Social Justice Fair is a group inquiry project designed to be cross-curricular and adaptable to individuals, groups, or classrooms based on their unique learning paths. Allow students to explore examples and representations of a social justice issue through art and music, research and writing, and action planning to make a difference. Included in this resource is an assignment, group member tracking sheet, self/peer evaluation page, and outcome list.
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