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Social-Emotional Learning
Below, you will find resources to support your child's Social-Emotional development. These resources cover research-based strategies & information, educational technology applications, engaging tools, and fun learning activities to try at home!
What is Social-Emotional Learning?
According to the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), "Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions."
The Domains of Social-Emotional Learning Defined
As defined by CASEL,
Social Awareness refers to the ability to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, & contexts.
Self-Awareness refers to the ability to understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior across contexts.
Self-Management refers to the ability to:
manage one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations.
achieve goals and aspirations.
Relationship Skills refer to the:
skills needed to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships.
ability to effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups.
Responsible Decision-Making refers to the ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations.
SEL Informational Websites
A Parent's Resource Guide to Social and Emotional Learning
Committee For Children: SEL Resources
CASEL
The Afterschool Connection
NAGC SEL Support Resources
Featured Video:
SEL Strategies/Articles
Social and Emotional Learning: Strategies for Parents
10 Ways Parents Can Bring Social-Emotional Learning Home
SEL Toolkit
Zones of Regulation
Social Skills Parenting Guides
5 SEL Strategies To Support Kids With ADHD
Autism And Social Emotional Learning
Addressing the Social and Emotional Needs of Twice Exceptional Students
Social Skills Resource Page
Featured Videos:
SEL Tools for Children
Sensory SEL Tools
Free Visual Supports
Free Social Narratives & More
Make Your Own Calm Down Kit
Learning Resources: SEL Shop
Spot Series Shop- SEL-related printables, flash cards, books, plushes, stickers, educational materials.
Featured Tool:
SEL Books for Children
SEL Technology Applications
Social Skills Apps for Kids with Special Needs
Emotional Intelligence Apps and Games
Great Tech for Cultivating Compassion
Great Online Communities for Kids
Top Games That Teach Empathy
Great Picks for Building Courage
Best Student-Collaboration Tools
Games for Building Decision-Making Skills
Great Games That Teach Life Skills
Best Nutrition, Health, and Fitness Apps for Kids
Top Tools for Building Mindfulness
Social-Emotional Apps for Special Ed
Featured Apps:
SEL Activities & Games
8 SEL Activities to Support Children with Autism 52 Essential Conversations Game
75 Free Social Emotional Learning Activities
20 Evidence-Based Social Skills Activities and Games for Kids
Social and Emotional Learning Activities for Families and Educators
Five Social-Emotional Learning Games to Play With Your Child
SEL Shop on Amazon
Cosmic Kids Yoga
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Behavior & SEL
Behavior is a crucial component of Social Emotional Learning that is interwoven into each of the 5 domains. However, certain circumstances (disability, trauma, etc.) may have a more substantial impact on social-emotional development. While not an exhaustive list or medical advice, below, you will resources that can help you better understand how your circumstances may impact your child's Social-Emotional Learning.
Helping Your Child with Autism Thrive
Parents Guide to Autism
Behavior Challenges
Gifted & Talented:
Gifted Traits and Characteristics
Social & Emotional Needs of Gifted Children
Social and Emotional Challenges of Gifted Kids
Communication (Speech, Language, Social):
Speech and Language Impairments Overview
Improving Your Child’s Social Communication
How to Support Children with Language Processing Disorders: A Parent’s Guide
Language-Building Tips for Parents
Specific-Learning Disabled (SLD):
FLDOE Specific Learning Disability
Supporting the Emotional Needs of Kids With Learning Disabilities
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
Understanding ADHD: Information for Parents
ADHD and Behavior Problems
ADHD Quick Facts: Behavior Management in ADHD Treatment