Each month we feature a class crafting project. It is the highlight of the month, and the students really enjoy having the chance to express themselves creatively. I view this time as a way to teach the students activities that assist them with relaxation or "calm down" activities. The students take great pride and ownership of their talents and abilities.
I found this painting project on Pinterest and decided to share it with my students. Here is some of their works.
Working with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities can often be a challenge with fostering a class environment that promotes compassion and tolerance of all students. One of strategies used with my students is called "Peer Praising."
This strategy helps students in building the level of self-esteem of other peers through positive comments and feedback about their work and efforts. This has been a powerful social skill building tool, and it is amazing to see the reactions of the students after receiving a compliment from their peers.
The students did an amazing job!
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