Brain Breaks for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade // Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning & more!

These brain breaks are perfect for kindergarten, first, and second-grade students in the classroom! In this video, I share a little research behind why brain breaks are so important to use in the classroom and I share 10 of my favorite brain breaks to use with students! 60 Different Brain Break Cards: https://bit.ly/SJTbrainbreaks Edutopia articles: https://www.edutopia.org/video/scienc... https://www.edutopia.org/article/10-n... Kids joke website: https://www.rd.com/list/short-jokes-f... SJT WRITING CLUB: https://sjtclub.mykajabi.com/SJT-writ... SJT MATH CLUB: https://sjtclub.mykajabi.com/SJT-math... SJT LITERACY CLUB: https://sjtclub.mykajabi.com/sjt-lite... Join my FB group:   / 1666817543386771   If you happen to use any of these ideas at home or in your classroom, leave a comment below and let me know how they go! :) Also, if you share any of the games from Susan's Sunday Spotlight, please tag me on Instagram @susanjonesteaching so I can see!! You can also use the hashtag: #susanssundayspotlight​ *SIGN UP FOR MY EMAIL LIST FOR THE LATEST UPDATES, TIPS, and FREEBIES!* https://susan-jones-teaching.ck.page/... Be sure to subscribe and click the bell to see all my future videos. Happy teaching, Susan Jones MY BLOG: http://susanjonesteaching.com/​ MY STORE: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S... You can see tons of other games for first-grade students below! Math: http://bit.ly/SJTMathGames​ Phonics: http://bit.ly/SJTphonicsgames​ Sight Words: http://bit.ly/SJTsightwordgames​ Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale. CONTACT: [email protected]

Preparing for a Substitute Teacher // what do you keep in your sub tub??
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Preparing for a Substitute Teacher // what do you keep in your sub tub??

What kids know about motivation (and we don't) | Betsy Blackard | TEDxClaremontGraduateUniversity
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What kids know about motivation (and we don't) | Betsy Blackard | TEDxClaremontGraduateUniversity

How to Teach Phonemic Awareness in Kindergarten, 1st, & 2nd Grade | Phonemic Awareness Activities
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How to Teach Phonemic Awareness in Kindergarten, 1st, & 2nd Grade | Phonemic Awareness Activities

4 Ways to Use Drawing to Retain Knowledge in Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade!
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4 Ways to Use Drawing to Retain Knowledge in Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade!

Sight Word Freeze Dance // sight word activities for kids
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Sight Word Freeze Dance // sight word activities for kids

These 7 Daily Habits Are Reshaping Your Brain Right Now
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These 7 Daily Habits Are Reshaping Your Brain Right Now

Classroom Management in my First Grade Classroom!
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Classroom Management in my First Grade Classroom!

Brain Activation Exercises for Kids | Yoga for Right & Left Brain for Co-ordination | Yoga Guppy
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Brain Activation Exercises for Kids | Yoga for Right & Left Brain for Co-ordination | Yoga Guppy

Morning Activities for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade // morning meeting, work, and bins
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Morning Activities for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade // morning meeting, work, and bins

Gingerbread Man Activities for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade // 3 ways to use gingerbread man
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Gingerbread Man Activities for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade // 3 ways to use gingerbread man

Smart Kids Aren’t Made With ABC & 123 (Use These 3 Principles Instead)
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Smart Kids Aren’t Made With ABC & 123 (Use These 3 Principles Instead)

7 Strategies to Get Your Preschoolers to Do Want You Want!
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7 Strategies to Get Your Preschoolers to Do Want You Want!

How to teach Personal Narratives to Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Students / writing lessons
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How to teach Personal Narratives to Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Students / writing lessons

Activities for Concentration, Focus, Attention & Sitting Tolerance
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Activities for Concentration, Focus, Attention & Sitting Tolerance

How to Handle a Loud Class (Without Losing Your Voice or Mind)
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How to Handle a Loud Class (Without Losing Your Voice or Mind)

Lining Up Students Quickly & Quietly With A Splash of Fun & Relationship Building
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Lining Up Students Quickly & Quietly With A Splash of Fun & Relationship Building

START YOUR TUESDAY WITH FAITH | TODAY GOD IS GIVING YOU UNEXPECTED OPPORTUNITIES | FATHER FREDDY ...
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START YOUR TUESDAY WITH FAITH | TODAY GOD IS GIVING YOU UNEXPECTED OPPORTUNITIES | FATHER FREDDY ...

Partner Brain Break 3
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Partner Brain Break 3

Morning Meeting Message Ideas // morning meeting activities for kindergarten, first, & second grade
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Morning Meeting Message Ideas // morning meeting activities for kindergarten, first, & second grade

Literacy Intervention Strategies and Activities // small group reading activities in K-2
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Literacy Intervention Strategies and Activities // small group reading activities in K-2