The Enduring Power of Metaphor in SEL Learning Since the earliest days of history, teachers have used SEL metaphors to go beyond facts and formulas. These metaphors tap into emotion and experience, helping learners connect personally with what they study.…
Music, Emotional Intelligence, and Early SEL Development The heart of social-emotional learning (SEL) is to spark growth in emotional intelligence. A society that strengthens SEL enjoys greater empathy and stronger social bonds. But could SEL become even more powerful if…
Social-emotional learning (SEL) curbs ageism by challenging the notion that seniors can’t grow emotionally. Have you ever helped an elderly person cross the street or held the door for a senior citizen? Why do we instinctively feel compelled to do…
Taking Back Control Despite the Pandemic Like many others, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended my routine as a parent. It became clear that self management for parents is more than just a nice idea — it’s a necessity. Experts say…
A Personal Turning Point The year 2020 brought challenges for all of us. Yet it also highlighted the importance of resilience and post-pandemic workplace skills. While it’s easy to focus on difficulties, I’d like to share a bright spot from…
The Instinct to Protect and the Reality of Unkindness Teaching kindness to kids starts at home. From the moment we find out we are going to be parents, our instinct is to protect our children. When they are little, it’s…
‘Growth Mindset’ Linked to Higher Test Scores Check out this article from Edweek to learn more: “Growth Mindset’ Linked to Higher Test Scores“ Growth Mindset VS. Fixed Mindset Learn more about Growth Mindset VS. Fixed Mindset!
What Test Anxiety Feels Like Many students and parents struggle to overcome test anxiety. You can take notes, study for hours, and feel completely prepared, yet when the test is placed in front of you, your mind goes blank. The…
Why Empathy Matters in Black History Black History Month, first celebrated in 1926 as Negro History Week, is a time to honor the lives and accomplishments of African Americans. As we reflect on these milestones, the power of empathy reminds…
Parenting with a growth mindset has been a journey for my husband and me. With one of us leaning toward a fixed mindset and the other toward a growth mindset, raising our children came with challenges and lessons. Along the…
