The original item was published from October 5, 2022 10:03 AM to October 5, 2022 10:16 AM
Teaching Life Skills at the Library: Programs and Activities on Money Management, Career Development, and More by Kimberli S. Buckley, 2002, ALA Editions
Buckley has organized life skill lessons into nine clear categories and shares lesson plans in each. They are fun and practical. Here are some samples.
Job Interview Prep Skills
Financial Literacy Jeopardy
Smoothie Station
Therapy dog interaction activity
Safe Cleaning Solutions (science too)
Modeling Communication Through Movie Clips
Circle of Respect (focusing on relationships)
Positivity Manifestation Board (for stress management)
Recommended readings are included.