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Belonging Here: Connecting Our Selves, Our Stories, and Our World

WEBWherever your mind went, that is where you feel you belong. It is a special place, where you are safe to be yourself and to, simply, exist. To play, to thrive, to make …

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The Pandemic's Impact on Student Mental Health — Words Alive

WEBLast year, as COVID-19 started to spread virulently across the globe, schools were suspended in 188 countries and over 90% of enrolled learners, a …

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A Lesson in Self-Love — Words Alive

WEBMake it Lit with Words Alive! Reading Extension: Click to read the full article. “How Self-Compassion Can Help Teens De-stress” In a 2014 national survey conducted …

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Body Scan — Words Alive

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Can Reading Help Improve Mental Health

WEBAn infographic that explains the many different benefits of reading books, including: "reduces stress, exercises your brain, and increases your ability to empathize …

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Stories, Stress, & Schools: Why Summoning Books Can Help …

WEBAt the elementary level, states and teachers have gotten together to mitigate mental health issues for students as they develop. In Minnesota, students can receive …

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Prompts for Teens Processing the Pandemic — Words Alive

WEBWriting prompts, journal prompts, lessons from the news, mindfulness for uncertain times, reading activities and more to help teens cope with COVID-19 impacts. …

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Why Should We Write

WEBAs students develop their own work, they learn how to understand other authors better. Writing can help students become better readers by increasing their …

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Books Connect Us: An Introductory Guide! — Words Alive

WEBBooks Connect Us: An Introductory Guide! As the effects of COVID-19 continue to evolve, we are wishing good health and peace to the greater Words Alive …

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The Power of Volunteering — Words Alive

WEBVolunteering can spark physical reactions that actually improve mental health and wellbeing. In addition to these mental health benefits, people can begin to …

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How Positive Adult Role Models Help Children Grow

WEBRole models can include parents, babysitters, teachers, and even volunteers -- anyone who has a regular and positive part of a child’s life. The foundation of these …

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SMART Goals 2.0 — Words Alive

WEBThis activity will help you to continue creating SMART goals during this pandemic! As a reminder, the acronym SMART stands for: S: Specific. M: Measurable. …

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Meet Our New Engagement Director: Alyssa Broda! — Words Alive

WEBMay 5, 2021. We are so excited to announce the latest addition to the Words Alive team: our new Engagement Director, Alyssa Broda! Read on to learn more about Alyssa and …

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The Coronavirus in Just Six Words — Words Alive

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How to face ethical dilemmas in the age of coronavirus

WEBMaking a decision based on values can be challenging. Here are some steps to follow that are helpful when considering an ethical question: 1. Study and understand …

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Why Diversity in Books is So Important — Words Alive

WEBIn a recent blog post, we previewed a few books included in our curriculum for the 2018-2019 school year.Among the books included are short stories and novels …

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Determining Fact, Fiction, Opinion — Words Alive

WEBThere are a few guidelines and sources available to help make this determination. First of all, it’s important to understand that a fact is a true statement that …

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What is the Connection Between Literacy and Economic …

WEBSource: Words Alive; A graphic that says: "Literacy is the foundation of community and economic development. When everyone can read, whole communities …

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Board of Directors — Words Alive

WEBLeslye Winkelman Lyons has more than 40 years of nonprofit sector experience as a salaried and volunteer professional. As the Words Alive founder, she has served the …

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