Valentine's Day Activities for Social Emotional Learning - February SEL

February is a great time to incorporate simple low-prep SEL activities. You can use these for Valentine's Day or throughout the year. Easily adaptable for individual students, small groups, or the whole class.   WHAT'S INCLUDED Your Support System - My Heart Puzzle Explore with students who is in their support system. Who are the people they can count on? Then have students reflect on how they can support others. Using Strategies - Coloring & Bookmark Introduce coping skills to elementary students by explaining that we can use strategies to manage our emotions. Color note cards and a strategy bookmark are included. The coloring pages provide a practice opportunity for students to use a mindful minute and drawing to manage overwhelming feelings. The strategy bookmark helps students consider what strategies work for them and also serves as a reminder when the activity is complete. Being Helpful - Helping Hands Brainstorm with students ways to be helpful in the classroom. You can fol