Pro-ed Social Language Training Elementary by Linda Bowers, Carolyn LoGiudice - 31154

Pro-ed Social Language Training Elementary

Ages: 6–11
Grades: 1–6

Here is a developmental, evidence-based program for social language skills. This program is based on the results of the Social Language Development Test–Elementary, research, and practical experience. Students learn to recognize, understand, and successfully deal with positive and negative social situations. Units of the book are arranged in order of general skill complexity and development. Specific skills addressed include:

Interpretation of facial expressions, gestures, and nonverbal language

compare and contrast facial expressions
interpret facial expressions and gestures appropriately
understand the vocabulary for describing and interpreting emotions

Making inferences

pay attention to relevant details and ignore irrelevant ones
use context, body language, and other clues to make reasonable inferences

Problem solving

identify problems
predict the consequences and choose the best solution
evaluate the results

Multiple interpretations

observe details
differentiate important from unimportant details
use logic

Friendship

think about how others might feel
understand how friends act toward each other
handle difficult social situations appropriately
support friends and preserve friendships

Respecting others

how to show respect to peers, siblings, and adults

Interpersonal negotiation

identify the qualities of a good friend
disagree tactfully
seek mutual resolutions to problems
use persuasion effectively

Reading between the lines

interpret nonverbal communication, sarcasm, and tone of voice
the use of vague communication

Students focus on specific social language skills while using the activity sheets for discussion; sharing related personal experiences; and scripting, if necessary. Scene illustrations segue into role-playing. The need for writing is minimal.

184 pages • 8.5 x 11, softcover • ©2009