12 Days of SEL Craft Activities – Topics in Mental Health Series from the Sunshine Creation Shop

The 12 Days of SEL Crafting resource is an engaging and festive way to integrate Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into your classroom during the holiday season. This carefully designed resource includes 12 fun and simple craft activities that help students explore and develop their social-emotional skills. Perfect for the winter months, these activities promote emotional growth, mindfulness, and collaboration, all while tapping into students’ creativity.

Each craft is paired with SEL discussion topics to facilitate deeper emotional exploration, encourage open conversations, and strengthen classroom bonds. These activities are adaptable to various skill levels and require minimal prep, making them a great fit for classrooms with limited time or resources. From building gratitude through hands-on art to exploring kindness, empathy, and self-reflection, these crafts help students navigate the holiday season in a mindful and emotionally aware way.

With the 12 Days of SEL Crafting Resource, you receive:

• 12 SEL Craft Activities: Each craft comes with easy-to-follow instructions and minimal prep required.
• SEL Discussion Prompts: Ideas to facilitate conversations around emotions, gratitude, self-regulation, and more.
• Printable Template: Printable Craft template that is easy to print and ready for use with minimal setup.

Social Emotional Learning Benefits:

• Emotional Regulation: Helps students process and express their emotions in a creative and supportive way.
• Collaboration: Encourages teamwork and sharing, fostering positive relationships among classmates.
• Mindfulness and Reflection: Offers an opportunity for students to reflect on their feelings and the emotions of others.
• Gratitude and Empathy: Builds gratitude practices and empathy through hands-on, engaging activities.

The 12 Days of SEL Crafting is a perfect addition to your holiday lesson plans, offering both fun and meaningful ways to promote SEL and build a positive classroom environment. This resource provides educators with ready-to-go tools to help students strengthen their emotional and social skills while enjoying the holiday season.