Social Emotional Learning

While social and emotional learning (SEL) is most familiar as compartmentalized programs separate from academics, the truth is, all learning is social and emotional. What teachers say, the values we express, the materials and activities we choose, and the skills we prioritize all influence how students think, see themselves, and interact with content and with others.

Marc Brackett is a professor in Yale University’s Child Study Center and founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. In his 25 years as an “emotion scientist”, he has developed a remarkably effective plan to improve the lives of children and adults–a blueprint for understanding our emotions and using them wisely so that they help, rather than hinder, our success and well-being. The core of his approach is a legacy from his childhood, from an astute uncle who gave him permission to feel.

Executive functioning skills—including focus, organization, stress management, and more―are critical to succeeding in all aspects of your life. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with ADHD or you’ve lived with it your entire life, you know that developing these skills can be a challenge. Thriving with Adult ADHD offers a toolbox of information, assessments, and evidence-based exercises to help you build this mental skill set and take control of your ADHD.

Emotion Adventures for Kids (ages 6-10) is a captivating journey through the colorful world of emotions, from anger, fear, sadness, and disgust to surprise, contempt, and joy. In these inspiring stories, young readers will accompany our brave characters as they navigate the intricate rainbow of feelings, learning to embrace and express each one. These heartwarming tales are not just about emotions; they are about self-discovery and growth. Each story empowers children to understand, manage, and thrive with their emotions, turning discomfort into strength. Through relatable characters and ...

School discipline is broken. Too often, the kids who need our help the most are viewed as disrespectful, out of control, and beyond help, and are often the recipients of our most ineffective, most punitive interventions. These students - and their parents, teachers, and administrators - are frustrated and desperate for answers. Dr. Ross W. Greene, author of the acclaimed book The Explosive Child, offers educators and parents a different framework for understanding challenging behavior.

Discover a way to end constant power struggles with your defiant, oppositional, "impossible" five-to-12-year-old, with the help of leading child psychologist Russell A. Barkley. Dr. Barkley's approach is research based, practical, and doable - and leads to lasting behavior change. Vivid, realistic stories illustrate what the techniques look like in action. Thoroughly revised to include the latest resources and 15 years' worth of research advances, the second edition also reflects Dr. Barkley's ongoing experiences with parents and kids.

Drawing on experience in general and special education, Victor Moody - Dean of Students, presents the PBIS Playbook, revealing the #1 school-wide positive behavior intervention system (PBIS) designed to improve student behavior, academic achievement, and school culture. This practical resource offers a proven, step-by-step system for successfully managing the most challenging students, classrooms, and schools in today’s toughest educational settings. PBIS Playbook contains premium information that can be used by educators in any school. However, this book is particularly sought after by ...

The emotionally healthy and academically successful classroom is driven by integrated, purposeful teacher practice. No effort is wasted because there is no time to waste. Stealth SEL: Healthy Social Emotional Learning Through Enhanced Pedagogy, provides every teacher an actionable plan to better meet the emotional, behavioral, and academic needs of their students.

50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons, Volume 2, is a standards-based curriculum that covers new SEL terrain. The first unit builds community, self-awareness, and belonging through exploring identity. The second unit provides a foundation for a culturally responsive classroom. The third unit is a personal storytelling extravaganza inspired by The Moth. The fourth unit nurtures self-awareness through an exploration of the “Feelings, Thoughts, and Action” triangle. The fifth unit reclaims curiosity as an essential component of mindful exploration and engagement with the world. The sixth ...

In the vibrant yet challenging journey of young adulthood, mastering social-emotional skills can be the key to thriving in college and beyond. This audiobook is an essential guide for those looking to enhance their emotional intelligence, cultivate mindfulness, and foster empathy, equipping them for personal and academic success.

Five years in the making—the powerful follow-up to Maslow Before Bloom: Basic Human Needs Before Academics. What if school wasn’t just about achievement… but about becoming? In Maslow Before Bloom… Then Gardner, Jung & Goleman: Educating the Whole Child With Needs, Strengths, Meaning & Emotional Intelligence, Dr. Bryan Pearlman invites educators, counselors, and leaders to reimagine what it truly means to help students thrive. Building on the truth that kids can’t learn if they don’t feel safe, seen, or supported, this book goes beyond Maslow to explore how we help students grow...

The Day My Feelings Got Too Loud A Heartwarming Story That Helps Children Understand, Express, and Calm Their Big Emotions Do your child’s feelings ever feel too big, too fast, or too loud? This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect companion for kids learning to navigate emotional overwhelm. A bright and sensitive child who wakes up one morning with a storm of feelings so loud, they shake the whole day. Learns how to breathe, name emotions, and find peace inside. ✔ Perfect for ages 4–8 ✔ Gently teaches emotional regulation and mindfulness ✔ Includes a calming activity at ...

From how to set up an easy-to-use classroom management plan to how to handle difficult students, The Classroom Management Secret will equip you with everything you need to effectively manage your classroom, regardless of where you teach or who shows up on your roster. Based on the popular blog, Smart Classroom Management, the book progresses step-by-step through 45 time-tested strategies, showing you how to manage your classroom in a way that inspires students to want to behave.

Struggles with bedtime? Looking for a fun way to teach your child emotional resilience? Bedtime Stories with Calming Meditations for Kids is your answer!

There is an unaddressed Black mental health crisis in our world today. In The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health, psychologist Reeda Walker offers a comprehensive guide to help African Americans combat stigma, increase awareness around mental illness, practice emotional wellness, and get the best care possible for Black people in an unequal system.

Over the past few years, Brianna Wiest has gained renown for her deeply moving, philosophical writing. This new compilation of her published work features pieces on why you should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way you see your life. Some of these pieces have never been seen; others have been read by millions of people around the world. Regardless, each will leave you thinking: This idea changed my life.

Emotions dictate our mood, our actions, and our thoughts, but you can learn to master your mind and use it to empower your daily actions with Stoic guidance. This guide will teach you the basics of Stoic philosophy.

The Great Simplifying Adventure Transform Screen Time into Story Time with This Magical Adventure That Teaches Children the Joy of Simple Living! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya in their most enchanting adventure yet as they discover a world where less truly means more. When mysterious paper bags begin dancing through the air on Maple Street, these three best friends are whisked away to the magical kingdom of Simpleville, where they must help a lonely king learn that happiness doesn't come from having everything—it comes from treasuring what truly matters. Perfect for children ages 6-9, this ...

What happens when truth burns too bright to hold alone? Nine-year-old Jesus meets his cousin John—a wild prophet child who sees everyone's sins as stains. When their gifts collide, they discover the most powerful truth: some burdens are too heavy for one soul to carry. For one month in the wilderness, two boys learn to see through each other's eyes. One sees problems. One sees solutions. Together, they see everything. What readers are saying: "My child finally understood why some kids are 'too honest'" ★★★★★ "The friendship my intense son needed to see" ★★★★★ "Two boys...

Let's face it: Life gives you plenty of reasons to get angry, sad, scared, and frustrated - and those feelings are okay. But sometimes it can feel like your emotions are taking over, spinning out of control with a mind of their own. To make matters worse, these overwhelming emotions might be interfering with school, causing trouble in your relationships, and preventing you from living a happier life.