Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
Find resources to help students manage their emotions, resolve conflicts, and make responsible decisions—creating the healthiest school culture possible. Early-career teachers: Get tips from our community of experienced educators about SEL and so much more.
5 Low-Stakes Activities to Help Teens Open Up
From sharing common interests to making connections through books and music, these engaging exercises provide stepping stones for teachers to build relationships in the classroom.215A Relationship-Driven Strategy for Addressing Challenging Behavior
Putting relationships first can yield positive results in student success.3k
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.111.6kEncouraging Social and Emotional Learning Through the Arts
Elementary students can build a sense of community and awaken a lifelong interest in the arts with these simple classroom strategies.101Making Students Feel Safe
A trauma-informed approach ensures that students feel safe, supported, and nurtured—to improve their chances of academic success.129.4k
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.128.1kWhy a Positive Call Home is Worth the Effort
Best practices for making positive phone calls home a manageable, sustainable routine.1.6kHow Students Typically Grow in SEL From Elementary to Middle School
Understanding the usual course of social and emotional learning development can help teachers make sure their students are on track.767
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.62.3kA Daily Support System for Students
Students who need extra social and emotional support have a quick check-in with an adult at the start and end of each day.89.7kHow to Spot Signs of Hidden Distress in Young Students
It’s important for preschool teachers to be able to recognize when students need emotional support—even if they seem to be doing fine.156The Power of Relationships in Schools
Research shows that students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn.67.1k
How Novice and Expert Teachers Approach Classroom Management Differently
A 2021 study reveals the ways in which new and experienced teachers think about discipline—plus 6 takeaways for managing your classroom effectively this year.16.4kBuilding Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.11.2k
How Learning Happens
In this video series, we explore how educators can guide all students, regardless of their developmental starting points, to become productive and engaged learners.30.4k
