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.

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.

In Teaching with the HEART in Mind, Dr. Lorea Martínez Pérez provides a comprehensive road map to understanding the psychology of emotions, relationships, and adversity in learning, while equipping you to teach SEL skills and develop your own social and emotional intelligence.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

Introduction 50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons is a comprehensive curriculum that teaches crucial skills at a pivotal time in our society. This book synthesizes the best practices of personal development, life coaching, and mindfulness into a clear set of instructions for teachers. There are ten units of instruction that span a broad spectrum of essential SEL skills and values. Each unit is a self contained set of lessons that can be taught independently or sequentially as part of a year long curriculum. Every unit meets all of the Social Emotional Learning Standards created by CASEL.ORG...

This engaging collection of short, heartwarming stories helps children recognize big feelings, manage tantrums, and discover positive ways to express themselves—all while winding down for a good night’s sleep. Through fun tales of dragons, monkeys, and other characters, kids learn simple emotional regulation tools they can actually use. Each story is designed to model coping skills like deep breathing, staying calm under pressure, and choosing kind responses instead of explosive ones.

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 ...

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 ...

Containing a fascinating exploration of the depths of the human mind, this insightful book takes listeners on a deep dive to discover the hidden parts of the psyche. Covering the subtle world of body language and nonverbal communication, along with the lesser-known secrets of human behavior, you’ll discover how you can draw on a rich collection of insights to protect yourself from manipulators and abusers.

One lesson per day. One theme per month. One year to raise a street-smart, mentally strong kid. Raising Street-Smart, Mentally Strong Kids is a 365-day workbook for parents of children ages 8–14: Build unshakeable self-awareness and emotional strength Teach your child to navigate friendships, conflict, and social pressure Prepare them for the digital world, without fear or naivety Develop real-world skills: safety, money, independence, and judgment Raise a child with genuine grit, character, and the confidence to back it up The world your child is growing up in is more complicated, more ...

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 ...

Brain science that battles burnout. Teachers are burned out and current behavior plans aren’t working. This is not a one-size-fits-all fix. Just honest conversation without jargon or judgment joined with accessible resources exhausted teachers have been searching for. The connected classroom offers connection, compassion, and classroom strategies for the kids who need you most. It’s a book written by a 30 year classroom teacher and an occupational therapist who specializes in trauma and nervous system vulnerability. The authors use personal and relatable stories to translate ...

Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling, feeling like there's nothing to do? That grumpy, fidgety feeling is boredom, but what if it's actually a secret superpower? Get ready to explore the amazing science behind one of our most common feelings in "Why Do We Get Bored?: Fun Science For Children." This fun and surprising book reveals that boredom isn't a bad thing at all—it's a helpful signal from your brain telling you it's ready for a new adventure! This guide is the perfect introduction to psychology for kids, explaining that those quiet moments are when your brain can become the most...

From a social emotional learning expert: a book providing simple, science-based, practical advice including scripts, tips and strategies to help Neurodivergent adults who have ADHD, autism or anxiety find the belonging and support of lifelong friendships they seek. Friendship can be hard for...

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.