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Social Connection
- Designed for grades 3 through 6
- Research-based, accurate neuroscience information
- Interactive, four-page student text designed to build knowledge
- Teacher guide with student learning objectives for every page
- 9 extension activities to integrate across subjects
- 7 grab-and-go printables for hands-on, inquiry-based learning
We all know the challenges students face today when it comes to building connections. Loneliness is on the rise, and it’s affecting not just their emotional well-being, but their ability to learn and collaborate. Students don’t always realize why connection is so important. This lesson explains it simply: just like hunger tells us we need food, loneliness tells us we need connection. When students understand this, they’ll see relationships not just as something nice to have, but as essential to their emotional health and well-being.
About
By learning how social connections impact both the brain and overall health, students will gain the language and tools to build stronger relationships. They’ll reflect on the people who make them feel supported and explore ways to strengthen these bonds. This lesson helps create a classroom environment where collaboration isn’t just expected—it’s understood. With these skills, students will be better equipped to navigate their social worlds and improve both their mental health and academic success.
Key Features
✅ Flexible & Adaptable: Use the resources when and how they fit best in your classroom.
✅ Student-Friendly Text: Engaging, accessible, and designed to build knowledge.
✅ Teacher Guide: Includes clear learning objectives, multi-disciplinary extension activities, and student text for easy follow-along.
✅ Grab-and-Go Printables: Hands-on learning activities that encourage real-world application, critical thinking, and inquiry-based exploration.
✅ Research-Backed: Links to pedagogy and neuroscience research to support educators in growing alongside their students.