Social Emotional Learning Day
SEL Day is a global, grassroots campaign for social-emotional learning to support children’s academic recovery, mental health, and well-being. Since its inception in 2020, #SELday has reached over 40 million views.
Description & History
SEL Day is a global, grassroots campaign for social-emotional learning to support children’s academic recovery, mental health, and well-being. Since its inception in 2020, #SELday has reached over 40 million views.
In 2024, over 5,000 SEL champions representing all 50 U.S. states and 73 countries made 6,000 commitments to showcase, promote, advocate, and support SEL. Advocacy efforts have resulted in SEL Day proclamations in ten states, a letter of support from the White House, and a bipartisan resolution for SEL Week introduced in the Senate. (https://selday.org/)
Professional Learning Resources
Building a Culture of Empathy With Responsive Read Alouds Empathy in the Classr…
Great book discussions don't just happen without planning! This session includes learning how to become an expert in designing engaging culturally responsive discussions using picture book read alouds.
California Department of Education
This is a comprehensive overview of how to support social and emotional learning in schools. It includes a resource list of those needing the basics of how to address this topic in their school.
PBS Social-Emotional Learning Educator Resources
Video examples from real schools showcase the six competencies of social-emotional learning as well as school-wide initiatives, too.
Trauma- Informed SEL Practices
Students from all backgrounds need strategies to express their emotions in a healthy way. CASEL provides information about trauma informed SEL practices alongside academics.
Learner Engagement Resources
28 Social Emotional Learning Activities
Facing History’s guide offers 28 social-emotional learning activities for middle and high school. It provides practical strategies for building community, fostering empathy, and navigating difficult conversations to support student well-being.
AASL KQ Article- Different Types of SEL Activities to Build School Library Cult…
Explore ways to work with school counselors to integrate SEL activities into your library programming. The author, Jessica Fitzpatrick, shares great ideas that would work with all age groups.um.
Think Give Free SEL Activities
ThinkGive provides free, easy-to-implement SEL activities for grades K-8. These interactive lessons focus on kindness, empathy, and self-awareness, empowering students to take positive actions in their communities. Perfect for classrooms or home use.
Book Lists & Recommendations
22 Children’s Books That Support Social Emotional Learning
Curated list of 22 books fostering social-emotional learning (SEL) in kids. Covers kindness, self-acceptance, and managing emotions like anxiety or anger. Perfect for parents and educators to guide discussions with elementary students.
Recommended Reads from the Children's Collection @ the Education Library
IU Education Library's SEL guide organizes its collection into core competencies like Mental Health, Bullying, and Kindness. Designed for elementary students, this resource helps educators find books to address specific developmental needs via the menu.
Social Emotional Learning Picture Books
Princeton Public Library’s curated list of 32 picture books helps young children manage emotions like sadness, anger, and anxiety. A vital tool for parents and educators to build empathy and self-awareness in elementary students through storytelling.
