We all recognize that every child is born to be uniquely themselves, but we also recognize the call to conform and minimize differences. This book challenges children (and maybe adults too) to embrace the many ways we can all be our best selves. Every child is...
When Stella loses pleasure in her classwork, she takes us “through the cracks” of a classroom and shows what is happening to all of the students who are not interested and engaged in their learning. We visit classrooms where students are actually learning because their emotional,...
Resource Guide by Maureen Klein
Introduction
This resource guide includes video, literature guides, activities, and lessons that may be used individually or as a comprehensive unit. The discussions and lessons are intended to empower youth voice and guide...
SEL Definition of Responsible Decision Making:
According to CASEL
(Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning...
SEL Definition of Relationship Skills:
According to CASEL
(Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning...
SEL Definition of Social Awareness:
According to CASEL
(Collaborative for Academic,...
SEL Definition of Self-Management:
According to CASEL
(Collaborative for Academic, Social...
Names carry weight. Many times a name is said wrong or shortened to make pronouncing it easier for us, but for the other person it feels as if we are dismissing them. Our name and where we are from is a large part of what makes us who we are. We can all feel inspired and...
Jorge is learning English. He wants to be like the other boys and girls in his class, while also being true to he is. Jorge’s journey is very similar to a lot of children migrating to the United States. Jorge’s point of view allows others to see the value in bilingualism and differing...
SEL Definition of Self-Awareness:
According to CASEL
(Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning)...