Robert Kath

Anger Management Workbook For Kids Robert Kath

These days, the answer to the question, "Should we prioritize academics or social-emotional learning in schools?" is a firm, "Yes to both." Literacy, math, and other academic skills are essential for children's lifelong success. But without intentional social-emotional development, students may not learn how to process their emotions and connect with others in healthy ways. That's where mindfulness can come in. If you're not sure exactly what mindfulness is, here's a quick recap. Mindfulness involves both an awareness and acceptance of the world around us and our internal experiences. Mindful people tend to focus more on the present instead of ruminating on the past or future, and they cultivate a curiosity towards their thoughts, emotions, or physical sensations. In this book, we'll go over some of the benefits of mindfulness and how it relates to social-emotional learning (SEL). Then, we'll share 51 tips and activities for teaching elementary students how to practice mindfulness.