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Belleville, Illinois, United States
About the store
I'm Lisa Ward, and I'm excited to share a bit about my journey in education. With over 30 years of experience, I've had the privilege of working as a special education teacher, a content specialist for ISBE and currently work as a Instructional Technology specialist in higher education. (I also teach online courses in education at my college.) I have multiple degrees in education, with a wide and varied background experiences at all grade levels. My passion lies in reducing barriers in the classroom for educators, students and parents alike.
I truly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and I work to create inclusive environments that foster learning and growth for all stakeholders. I am committed to fostering collaboration among families and schools, advocating for policies that support equitable access to education, and promoting social emotional well-being within the community.
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High School SEL Book Activities: Building Resilience and Self-Esteem
Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Resilience, Self-Esteem, Personal Growth Description: Empower your high school students to develop resilience and self-esteem with this curated collection of literature. This resource is designed to help students explore themes of perseverance, self-worth, and personal growth through engaging and relatable stories. By delving into the challenges and triumphs of diverse characters, students can gain insights into their own strengths and learn strategies for
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
High School SEL Book Activities: Exploring Friendship
Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Friendship, Empathy, Mental Health Description: Help your high school students understand the importance of friendship and the skills needed to build meaningful relationships with this curated collection of literature. This resource is designed to help students explore themes of loyalty, empathy, and emotional support through engaging and relatable stories. By delving into the friendships and challenges faced by diverse characters, students can gain insigh
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
High School SEL Book Activities: Teaching Empathy
Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Empathy, Compassion, Social Justice Description: Enhance your high school students' ability to understand and share the feelings of others with this curated collection of literature focused on teaching empathy. This resource is designed to help students develop compassion, reduce conflicts, and foster a supportive classroom environment through engaging and relatable stories. By exploring the emotional journeys of diverse characters, students can gain insig
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
High School SEL Book Activities: Bullying and Conflict Resolution
Grade Levels: 9-12 Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Bullying, Conflict Resolution Description: Enhance your high school students' social emotional learning with this comprehensive collection of literature focused on bullying and conflict resolution. This resource is designed to help students understand and navigate complex social dynamics through engaging and relatable stories. By exploring characters' experiences and emotions, students can develop empathy, resilience, and effective confl
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
High School SEL Books: Exploring Emotions
Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Emotional Intelligence, Self-Discovery, Mental Health Description: Empower your high school students to navigate their emotional landscapes with this curated collection of literature focused on exploring emotions. This resource is designed to help students understand and articulate their feelings, develop emotional intelligence, and foster empathy through engaging and relatable stories. By delving into the emotional journeys of diverse characters, students
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
High School SEL Book Activities: Respecting Diversity
Grade Levels: 9-12 Focus: Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Identity Description: Enhance your high school students' understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity with this thoughtfully curated collection of literature. This resource is designed to help students explore complex themes of identity, cultural heritage, and empathy through engaging and relatable stories. By delving into the lives and experiences of diverse characters, students can develop a deeper
9th - 12th
Character Education, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
Also included in: High School SEL Book Activities Bundle
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About the store
Experience
I'm Lisa Ward, and I'm excited to share a bit about my journey in education. With over 30 years of experience, I've had the privilege of working as a special education teacher, a content specialist for ISBE and currently work as a Instructional Technology specialist in higher education. (I also teach online courses in education at my college.) I have multiple degrees in education, with a wide and varied background experiences at all grade levels. My passion lies in reducing barriers in the classroom for educators, students and parents alike.
I truly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and I work to create inclusive environments that foster learning and growth for all stakeholders. I am committed to fostering collaboration among families and schools, advocating for policies that support equitable access to education, and promoting social emotional well-being within the community.
My own education history
I have an AAS in Early Childhood Education, a BA in Education, and an M.Ed. in Special Education and Instructional Technology. I bring over 20 years of experience as a special education teacher and another 10 as a specialist in teacher training. I have spent the past decade working with schools across Illinois, providing expert guidance and support in special education strategies and instructional technology.
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