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The Beauty of Collective Effervescence
Increase cooperation and teamwork by “moving in unison.”
Say “We” to Nurture Collaboration in Students
Use language to help orient students toward cooperation.
Inspiring Students to Help
Use language that sparks helpfulness in students.
Behind Your Back
Foster positive relationships by speaking kindly about someone “behind their back.”
Take-Home Skill: Nurturing Children’s Wonder and Curiosity
A list of strategies for parents and caregivers that encourage their children to explore the world around them
Music to Inspire Kindness
Make music together to encourage generosity and helping behavior in young children.
Kindness Art for Students
Making art about kindness inspires students to be caring and generous.
The Oooh Aaah Song
Students use mindful breathing to regulate their emotions.
3-2-1 Bridge
Develop students’ intellectual humility through concept mapping
Family Business
Teachers and students create a safe space to develop strong relationships.
Honesty Commitment for Students
Strategies to encourage and help students practice honesty
Take-Home Skill: Making Amends for Kids
Strategies for parents and caregivers to help their children consider offering reparations as part of their apologies
Take Home Skill: Creating Space for All Emotions
Strategies for parents and caregivers to show their children they love them by helping them to process their emotions
Dear Abby: An SEL Kernels Practice for Second Grade
A discussion that uses scenarios to explore character and citizenship.
Dear Abby: An SEL Kernels Practice for First Grade
A discussion that uses scenarios to explore character and citizenship.
Dear Abby: An SEL Kernels Practice for Kindergarten
A discussion that uses scenarios to explore character and citizenship.
Notes to Self: An SEL Kernels Practice for Second Grade
Students take time to reflect on positive experiences, attributes, and/or aspirations.
Notes to Self: An SEL Kernels Practice for First Grade
Students take time to reflect on positive experiences, attributes, and/or aspirations.