Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
What is social emotional learning? CASEL.org defines SEL as "Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions". SEL interventions are delivered in the classroom, by IRTs, and at home.
Have a look at some these resources to learn more:
SEL related to COVID-19
Mindfulness
SEL Core Competencies
A Guide for Families of children with autism and neurodevelopmental challenges:
Great Resources to help promote SEL at home:
Free printable care care packages: https://biglifejournal.com/pages/freebies
Mindfulness activities: https://www.counselorkeri.com/
Supporting your Children’s Social, Emotional, and Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
10 Days of Live ‘Choose Love’ Lessons For Parents and Children
SEL can be easily incorporated into games!
Did you know that different emotions affect different areas of the brain? Learn how to keep them in-check - especially that tricky amygdala!
A tried and true grounding technique!
5, 4, 3, 2, 1
60-Second Strategy: Appreciation, Apology, Aha!
Great for building class cohesion, team building, and insight.
Cookie Monster is having a hard time with big feelings, so he’s learning “Birthday Breathing.” Have kids practice along with you and Cookie Monster (it helps to rehearse a strategy before you actually need it!):
Hold up one hand—it’s a birthday cake with five candles!
Pretend to blow out one of the candles: take a deep breath in and then blow out, curling the finger down as you finish exhaling.
Repeat with the other four fingers until you have a fist. Notice how you feel now. Repeat if needed.
https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/activities/breathe-bundle/