What is a polite lie? A “polite lie” is also know as being a “social fake” or telling a “white lie.” We consider telling a polite lie when the unfiltered truth would unintentionally hurt someone or cause an unintended conflict. So, we filter what we want to say to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. When I tell a polite lie, I… Read More
Meaningful Conversations: tool for older students
Updated 1/23 In speech therapy, what is the end goal is for social skills or pragmatics instruction? For me, an important one is meaningful conversations. While individual therapists may differ on some of the details, we want our students to be able to function successfully in jobs and social settings, right? This boils down to relationships and connections. After all,… Read More
Responsible Problem Solving & Sportsmanship
ARE YOU TEACHING RESPONSIBLE PROBLEM SOLVING TO YOUR MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS? Updated 1/2023 Do you teach life skills such as responsible problem solving and decision-making? Do you cover the social skills and sportsmanship skills related to playing indoor and outdoor games, with your middle and high school students? This post will give you teaching ideas and resources for… Read More
Icebreakers: Middle & High School Students
Why icebreakers for middle and high school students? Back to school is already a reality for many teachers. We need icebreakers to help us form relationships with our students and get off to a good start with them. Icebreakers also help our students get to know each other! Icebreakers for high school students? An effective icebreaker game for this age… Read More