Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
Find resources to help students manage their emotions, resolve conflicts, and make responsible decisions—creating the healthiest school culture possible.
Using an SEL Tool Called the Mood Meter in Elementary Math
With these examples for grades 1 to 5, students can develop social and emotional skills while they learn to analyze data through graphing.958
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.117.6kHow One Principal Builds Strong Relationships
An award-winning principal shares how she navigates social and emotional learning and community building at school.1.2k
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.112.7kHow Tone of Voice Shapes Your Classroom Culture
It’s no easy task, but developing your tone of voice can build trust, reduce conflict, and set the stage for more learning in your classroom, research shows.3.2k
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.70.3kDoes Cold Calling Work? Here’s What the Research Says
A growing body of research reveals that there’s a right—and wrong—way to use cold calling.1.9k4 Ways Classroom Design Impacts Executive Functioning
Effective classroom design can help elementary students develop skills like organization and task initiation.9.8k
Bringing a Dog to School
A veteran teacher and administrator makes the case for having a therapy dog in elementary school.62.3k
10 Powerful Community-Building Ideas
Strategies for ensuring that students in every grade feel like they’re part of the classroom community.48.1k
Time to Play: More State Laws Require Recess
Unstructured playtime is making a comeback in schools as frustrated teachers, parents, and advocacy groups demand legislative action.46.3k
The Power of Being Seen
How well do you know your students? In a Nevada school, a simple strategy pushes teachers to look beyond the lessons.58.7k
What to Say Instead of ‘I’m Proud of You’
A few phrases middle and high school teachers can use to cultivate conversation while celebrating student achievements.16.6k
Welcoming Students With a Smile
Greeting each student at the door with a positive message brings benefits for both students and teacher.36.6k
7 Ways to Maintain Relationships During Your School Closure
Suddenly, you’re not in the same physical space as your students. We asked teachers to share strategies for maintaining relationships—both peer-to-peer and student-teacher—when everything’s gone remote.24.1k
