{"product_id":"dont-rush-the-river-bundle","title":"Don't Rush The River - Bundle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon’t Rush The River\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow down, breathe deep, and notice the world you're rushing past.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeing overwhelmed is a part of life, but there are ways to manage those feelings. That’s what Rabbit learns from Fish, who helps her to understand that, by slowing down and being aware of her surroundings, she can learn to be mindful and calm. When she recognizes her emotions and uses grounding strategies, Rabbit is able to move through her responsibilities with greater balance, presence, and emotional control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e supporting her own self-management. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon’t Rush The River\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealong with the four other stories in SEL Collection 1, uses the timeless power of the fable to provide a framework for exploring feelings through listening, observing, guided discussions, and self-expression. All stories highlight all five core SEL competencies, helping children to discover how to navigate the world and grow with and in support of others. Charming animal characters invite children into the stories, letting reflection and learning flow naturally. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Instructional Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiterature-Based Discovery\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Through Rabbit and Fish’s conversation, children observe how we can manage feelings of stress and anxiety by staying mindful and present. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial-Emotional Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e By sharing personal experiences in which they felt overwhelmed and how they managed it, children learn strategies to manage stress while exploring how their own feelings connect to those of the characters.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVocabulary Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Using Key Idea Words, children develop emotional literacy by finding, acting out, and writing about words that give shape and meaning to their inner lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Inquiry\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Guided discussion, collaborative storytelling, and creative activities inspire children to learn from one another as they discover that they can manage their feelings of stress and anxiety. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Heart Bright Learning","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47039771443383,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/4868\/4727\/files\/Don_t_Rush_the_river-_Cover.png?v=1781973815","url":"https:\/\/heartbrightlearning.org\/products\/dont-rush-the-river-bundle","provider":"Heart Bright Learning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}