Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
Find resources to help students manage their emotions, resolve conflicts, and make responsible decisions—creating the healthiest school culture possible.
Using Read-Alouds to Support Social and Emotional Learning
Teachers can support elementary students’ literacy skills through focused read-alouds that also target SEL competencies.2317Kindergarten Buddy Benches
A kindergarten buddy bench is a sweet way to encourage friendships and SEL skills among our youngest students.2Teaching Young Learners Self-Calming Skills
To help early elementary students manage big emotions, try breathing exercises and sharing how you deal with overpowering feelings.Self-Regulation Strategies for Transitions
To help young students learn to manage transitions between activities, consider these simple whole class exercises.52.8k
Why Ages 2-7 Matter So Much for Brain Development
Rich experiences—from play to the arts and relationships—fundamentally shape a young child’s development.124.2k12 Ways To Help Students Identify Their Emotions
A toolkit of teacher-tested ideas to help build students’ ability to understand and express their feelings.1440What to Do About Increasing Dysregulation in the Early Grades
Conflict at school is a normal part of learning how to interact with others—and early-grade teachers have always had to manage misbehavior in class. But not at the levels they’re seeing now.2.4kThe Power of the Pineapple: Helping Kids Learn Self-Regulation
Observing nature can be an effective method for young students to discuss and understand their emotions in a calm learning environment.6875Making Students Feel Safe
A trauma-informed approach ensures that students feel safe, supported, and nurtured—to improve their chances of academic success.129.6kHow Tone of Voice Shapes Your Classroom Culture
It’s no easy task, but developing your tone of voice can build trust, reduce conflict, and set the stage for more learning in your classroom, research shows.9.6kBuilding Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.34.8kA Daily Practice That Students Can Use for Self-Regulation
Knowing what makes them feel grounded can help students—and teachers—regain their calm during times of extreme stress.31.2k
When Students Are Traumatized, Teachers Are Too
Trauma in students’ lives takes an emotional and physical toll on teachers as well. Experts weigh in on the best ways to cope.113.2k
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.74.3kThe Science of Belonging and Connection
Feeling like you belong in school is critical to academic success—and there are research-backed strategies that educators can deploy, says Stanford psychologist Geoffrey Cohen.3910
