Holiday SEL: 30 Instant Activities for Social-Emotional Growth - Social Emotional Learning Activities & Lessons

30 Instant Activities for Social-Emotional Growth!

Fun, Festive & Ready to Play!

What if you could mix holiday cheer... with social-emotional growth?

Now you can with the Holiday SEL Activity Pack!

This new resource is packed with 30 easy-to-use activities that combine life lessons with festive fun.

Best part - it's 100% printable and completely turn-key.

You can download the activities in PDF format today, and start using them right away!

Get Instant Access to 30 Printable Activities

Perfect for building SEL skills while celebrating the festive season!

Here's What's Included

Jingle Bell Toss

New Year's Resolutions Circle

Gingerbread Relay

Snowflake Show & Share

Holiday Charades

Ornament Balance Walk

Holiday Emotion Freeze Dance

Kindness Countdown

Reindeer Obstacle Course

Snowball Compliment Toss

Candy Cane Match-Up

Elf Hat Pass

Holiday Card Exchange

Celebration Word Web

Snowball Tower Challenge

Holiday Feelings Tree

Festive Simon Says

Holiday Pictionary

North Pole Delivery Race

Holiday Gratitude Chain

Celebration Charms

Holiday Riddle Relay

Snowflake Partner Draw

Hot Cocoa Talk

Festive Freeze tag

Ornament Sorting Challenge

Holiday Wish Jar

Celebration Scavenger Hunt

Ribbon Wrapping Relay

Holiday Role-Play Skits

Each Lesson is Featured on a Printable 1-Page Handout

Each activity includes age recommendations, setup instructions and clear step-by-step guidance for running the activity. Print as many copies as you need for your school, organization or home.

So Many Fun Ways to Use

Perfect for teachers, school counselors, parents, coaches, after-school program leaders, or anyone who works with kids.

SEL Integration

Easily integrates with your existing Social Emotional Learning program. Or use the sheets on their own!

Team Building

Assign worksheets as group activities, fostering teamwork and cooperation skills.

Morning Kickstart

Incorporate with your morning routine, setting a positive tone for the day.

Early Arrivers & Fast Finishers

Assign worksheets to students to keep them engaged during downtime.

Classroom Conversations

Use the activities as a jump-off point for discussions on important SEL topics.

Homework Assignments

Hand out the worksheets to do at home, promoting learning and development outside the classroom.

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