This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Small group discussions and calm room activities can be highly effective tools for supporting social-emotional development, particularly for individuals with sensory processing challenges, anxiety, or other emotional needs.
They can help with emotional regulation.
Coloring and counseling groups provide a calming outlet for emotions such as anxiety, frustration, or restlessness. Coloring and Drawing encourages and promotes mindfulness and reducing emotional overwhelm.
They also help with improving focus and attention. Tools help individuals channel excess energy in a structured way, allowing them to better focus during social or learning activities. A calmer, more regulated state makes individuals more likely to engage in social interactions and group activities.
Building emotional awareness is important. I teach coping techniques that individuals can use independently during emotional distress.
We plan to use the markers and coloring book when students come see the counseling support staff, seeking support for emotional and support guidance and during group counseling sessions.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Creative SEL: Using Hands-On Projects to Boost Social-Emotional Learning
• Amazon Business
$26.94
1
$26.94
Sharpie Ultra-Fine Point Marker - Color Burst Colors, Set of 24
• Blick Art Materials
$23.91
1
$23.91
Crayola Project XL Poster Markers - Set of 4, Classic Colors
• Blick Art Materials
$5.93
3
$17.79
Mr. Sketch Stix Markers - Set of 10
• Blick Art Materials
$5.69
3
$17.07
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22
• Blick Art Materials
$14.21
1
$14.21
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8
• Blick Art Materials
$9.08
1
$9.08
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072)
• Staples
$7.99
1
$7.99
Magnetic Dry Erase Markers Fine: 12 Colors Erasable Whiteboard Markers Fine Point with Eraser Cap, Low Odor White Board Dry Erase Pens Fine Tip for Kids & Teachers, Home, Office and School Supplies
• Amazon Business
$7.89
1
$7.89
Sharpie Flip Chart Tank Permanent Marker Bullet Tip Assorted 8/Pack (22480)
• Staples
$7.34
1
$7.34
Feelings Coloring Book for Kids: Social Emotional Learning Mandala Words Book 1 (TEACH SEL)
• Amazon Business
$7.17
1
$7.17
Double Sided Tape for Crafts, Double-Sided Tape for Arts, Scrapbook Supplies, Photography, Gifts Box, Scrapbooking, Card Making, Paper Backing, Tear-by-Hand, 6 Roll Heavy Duty Multi-Size Adhesive Tape
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers, Assorted Pastel Colors, Set of 20 - Durable
• School Specialty
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