Spark of the Week

<p>Bring a weekly spark of connection reflection and growth to your classroom. Spark of the Week is a year-long social-emotional learning (SEL) companion designed to help teachers lead meaningful discussions build empathy and foster strong classroom communities through the five CASEL competencies: self-awareness self-management social awareness relationship skills and responsible decision-making.</p><p>Each week introduces a simple yet powerful Spark - a theme reflection or activity that invites students to pause think and grow. Teachers can use these sparks to open morning meetings guide circle time inspire journaling or strengthen classroom community through dialogue.</p><p>Inside you'll find over forty SEL-aligned weekly Sparks across the core competencies teacher reflection prompts group discussion ideas and family connection extensions. Every spark is flexible - designed to adapt to your grade level schedule and teaching style.</p><p>The book also includes a Parent Letter Template that helps teachers strengthen home-school connection. In the eBook edition this letter link is clickable for instant download; in the softcover version the full web address is printed for easy access.</p><p>Spark of the Week was written by Adeline Cooper an educator and curriculum designer who believes that teaching SEL doesn't require an overhaul - just small consistent sparks of reflection and kindness that add up to lasting change.</p><p>Perfect for:</p><p>- Morning meeting warm-ups and closing reflections</p><p>- Weekly SEL discussions and journaling prompts</p><p>- Building empathy teamwork and communication skills</p><p>- Strengthening relationships and emotional awareness in the classroom</p><p>Whether you teach early learners or upper-elementary students this book gives you a ready-to-use structure that encourages connection all year long - one spark at a time.</p>