8 Simple SEL Practices to Start the Day

In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, host Lisa Hollady shares 8 simple yet impactful Social Emotional Learning (SEL) practices to start the day, designed to set a positive tone for the entire classroom.

These strategies are easy to implement and perfect for busy educators looking to enhance their morning routines. Lisa also highlights how her task boxes can be seamlessly integrated into these SEL practices, making them even more engaging and effective for students.

Episode Highlights:

• Daily Greetings – Build rapport and reduce challenging behaviors with personalized morning greetings.
• Emotions Check-In – Help students identify and regulate their emotions with a quick morning check-in.
• Positive Affirmations – Boost confidence and set a positive tone with daily affirmations, supported by affirmation cards in task boxes.
• SEL Journaling – Encourage reflection with morning journaling prompts, easily integrated into task boxes.
  

Resources Mentioned:

• Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom
  

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More About Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast:

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students.

In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in.

Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implementation tips that you can take to your classroom.

Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more.

If you’re looking for more special education resources and support with increasing student independence, check out Lisa's FREE training.