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.

This abridged audiobook version of Creating Social and Emotional Learning Environments, narrated by Dr. Amy Cranston, reflects current research and case studies, and provides practical applications for all teachers. Ernesto Duran helps narrate the case studies. All educators should be striving to creating a culture and climate conducive to fostering SEL. So, how can this resource help? It defines SEL and digs into the real work of how to incorporate SEL in K-12 schools. It makes the connection between research and practical application.

This program is read by the author.

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.

Celebrated educators and authors Anna-Lisa Mackey and Melissa Ragan deliver an insightful, rigorous, and accessible treatment of social emotional learning in education. Using research from the Theory of Constructed Emotion, the authors highlight the relationship between the new view of neurobiology and Social Emotional Learning. Perfect for K-12 educators, principals, superintendents, and other education leaders, The Social Emotional Classroom will also earn a place in the libraries of parents and caregivers who are responsible for young people's day-to-day learning.

Learn how to master your emotions and improve your social skills with the tips and techniques presented in this two-book collection. This collection includes Emotional Intelligence and Anger Management.

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.

As a teen, you're experiencing intense changes in your life - both physically and mentally. To top it off, you're probably unsure of how to handle your emotions in a positive, constructive way. Surviving the Emotional Roller Coaster offers evidence-based techniques to help you regulate your emotions and find balance in all areas of life - whether it's at home, at school, or with friends and peers. By learning to be more aware of your emotions, you'll be able to let difficult feelings pass without reacting to them in destructive ways.

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.

In this revolutionary, comprehensive, and accessible guide on how the brain learns, discover how to study more efficiently and effectively, shrug away exam stress, and most of all, enjoy learning.

Nearly a third of students are directly involved in bullying by the time they graduate from high school. A range of strategies have been shown to improve peer interactions and reduce bullying behaviors. Yet many teachers struggle to detect bullying and to respond to it effectively. This book is a much-needed guide to evidence-based methods for prevention and intervention in K-12 classrooms.

Onward tackles the problem of educator stress, and provides a practical framework for taking the burnout out of teaching. Stress is part of the job, but when 70 percent of teachers quit within their first five years because the stress is making them physically and mentally ill, things have gone too far. Unsurprisingly, these effects are highest in difficult-to-fill positions such as math, science, and foreign languages, and in urban areas and secondary classrooms - places where we need our teachers to be especially motivated and engaged.

How much would you invest in giving your teen an unshakeable, adaptable mind for a lifetime? Imagine arming your teen with emotional coping skills for every situation—what would that mean for their safety and well-being? As a parent, worrying is part of the job. The world can be daunting when your teen begins to explore it independently. You want to let them spread their wings, but you also want to ensure they navigate challenges safely. Striking this balance is crucial; too much pressure strains your relationship, hindering open communication.

Important note: This is a book summary of How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - this is not the original book. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie is the original book on emotional intelligence…way before it was ever called “emotional intelligence.” For over 60 years the rock-solid, time-tested advice in this book has carried thousands of now-famous people up the ladder of success in their business and personal lives.

Hablar de Inteligencia emocional es hacerlo de actualidad en cuanto al desarrollo de la persona, aspecto que ha estado en auge desde hace unas décadas y cuyo ámbito se ha visto útil no sólo en el ámbito personal si no también laboral. Cada vez son más los estudios que se acumulan sobre los beneficios de un correcto desarrollo de la inteligencia emocional, recomendándose formarse en ello cuanto antes mejor. De ahí que la escuela sea el ámbito adecuado para que los más pequeños e incluso los adolescentes conozcan y desarrollen la inteligencia emocional.

Deep in the water, Mr. Fish swims about with his fish face stuck in a permanent pout. Can his pals cheer him up? Will his pout ever end? Is there something he can learn from an unexpected friend?

In the past, you may have thought it was impossible to implement any new patterns in the education system. With all the rules and regulations, teachers think they can’t make any sort of lasting impact on the system…until now. Social-emotional learning is an approach to education that can increase trust and emotional safety in the classroom and help each child find fulfillment, joy, and success in education! Know exactly how to identify and tackle the problems in the education system, help struggling students, and make education student-centered again.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) stands as a cornerstone in a child's holistic development, wielding a profound impact on various facets of their growth and well-being. It transcends the mere comprehension and management of emotions; it serves as a pivotal mechanism, arming children with indispensable tools to navigate the intricate labyrinth of emotions they encounter. SEL's significance lies in its multifaceted contributions, weaving a tapestry that fortifies mental resilience, secures mental health, and cultivates thriving relationships.

If you didn’t know Shy Ninja, you would have never thought she was once so shy, it would prevent her from doing things she loved to do. For example, she would experience fear, shaking, and anxiety. Things change when a friend introduces her to the "FUN" method to help her conquer extreme shyness. Find out what happens in this book about overcoming social anxiety. The new children's book series, Ninja Life Hacks, was developed to help children learn valuable life skills. Fun, pint-size characters in comedic books easy enough for young listeners, yet witty enough for adults.

Nick is one of the chosen few at his high school: intelligent, popular, wealthy. People think his life is pretty easy. Except for one thing. Nick has never told anyone about his father's violent temper. In a harrowing journey of self-discovery, Nick learns the truth about himself - and that the phrase "like father, like son" can carry terrifying possibilities.

From the best-selling author of I Love My Job but It’s Killing Me: A lesson plan for the successful music educator in today's new world. How do you meet your students’ needs and still have a life of your own - without being so exhausted that you can’t enjoy it? It’s time to learn how to reach your goals faster with real and practical advice. Love the Job, Lose the Stress is a band director’s guide to becoming the teacher you dream of being!