Description
Help students learn the importance of waiting their turn, listening respectfully, and managing the urge to interrupt with this engaging SEL Picture Book: My Mouth is a Volcano by Julia Cook.
Students will practice self-control, active listening, respectful communication, empathy, and conversation skills through engaging discussions, games, writing activities, crafts, and cooperative learning experiences.
Whether you’re teaching a whole-class SEL lesson, conducting a guidance lesson, or using the book during morning meetings, these ready-to-use activities make planning simple while keeping students actively engaged.
Perfect For
Grades K–3
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Character Education
Morning Meeting
Classroom Guidance
School Counseling
Speech Therapy
Small Groups
Literacy Centers
Read-Aloud Lessons
Whole-Class Instruction
Substitute Plans
Homeschool Learning
What’s Included
Detailed lesson plans
Learning objectives
Teacher-led discussion questions
Student discussion prompts
Reading comprehension questions with answer key
Vocabulary activities
Writing prompts
Social-emotional learning activities
Cooperative partner games
Role-playing conversation scenarios
Craft activities
Fine motor activities
Anchor chart ideas
Reflection pages
Early finisher activities
Extension activities
Assessment opportunities
Answer keys (where applicable)
Students Will Practice
Self-control
Impulse control
Waiting patiently
Respectful communication
Active listening
Conversation skills
Taking turns speaking
Emotional regulation
Perspective taking
Problem solving
Speaking and listening skills
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary development
Writing skills
Critical thinking
Why Teachers Love This Resource
Minimal prep
Engaging, hands-on learning
Builds positive classroom communication
Reinforces respectful listening habits
Encourages meaningful classroom discussions
Standards-aligned
Easy-to-follow lesson plans
Great for teachers, counselors, and speech-language pathologists
Skills Covered
- Listening comprehension
- Oral communication
- Reading comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Writing
- Collaboration
- Self-management
- Social awareness
- Relationship skills
- Responsible decision-making
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