Movement

What if Everybody Did That?

Brainstorm examples of behaviors that help or hurt others. Act out examples. Create a classroom story book.

What If Everybody Did That? by Ellen Javernick is a children's book that teaches about personal responsibility and the consequences of actions, using a young boy who imagines the chaotic results if everyone copied his misbehavior, like littering or talking during story time.

Divide into small groups

prepare to perform for the class

Create your own page

Make as colorful as you'd like

Navajo Circle Art & Dance

The Navajo circle symbolizes the interconnectedness of life, the cycle of seasons, and the balance of nature (hózhó)

As a sacred shape, it represents unity and perfection, appearing in homes (hogans), wedding baskets, and community gatherings (like math circles) to emphasize harmony without beginning or end

Shape Body into a Statue

Key benefits and aspects of safe, intentional touch include:

Mental & Emotional Health: Reduces anxiety, depression, and stress, while fostering feelings of security, comfort, and intimacy.
Physical Well-being: Lowers heart rate, boosts immune function, and helps manage pain.
Developmental Necessity: Essential for children's growth and development; lack of it (touch hunger/deprivation) can lead to developmental delays.
Examples of Safe Touch: Hand holding, hugging, a supportive pat on the back, or placing a hand on someone's arm.
Importance of Consent: Safe touch must be consensual to be beneficial, as it is designed to build trust, not violate it. Keep Physical touch safe and allow children to stand and watch.

Hand Clapping Games

Hand clapping games foster social wellness by enhancing empathy, communication, and peer bonding through rhythmic, synchronized, and cooperative play. These activities improve social-emotional skills like impulse control, patience, and turn-taking while reducing stress. They are effective for team building across ages, promoting community and shared joy.

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