Integrating social-emotional learning into your classroom

Discover simple, daily social-emotional learning (SEL) activities designed to build trust, empathy, and emotional awareness in your students. We provide actionable, low-prep strategies that effortlessly become part of your classroom culture.

SEL activities by developmental stage

Social-emotional learning activities are essential for developing self-awareness, empathy, and relationship skills across all ages. We've categorized activities to best suit the needs of your students at different stages.

Toddlers (1–3 years)

Focus on building foundational attachments and early social skills. Encourage sharing and basic emotional expression through play.

Preschoolers (3–5 years)

Help develop social skills and early emotional regulation. Introduce simple feelings check-ins and cooperative games.

Middle childhood (elementary to middle school)

Support emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution. Utilize reflective journaling and restorative conversations.

Building trust, empathy, and emotional awareness

Our goal is to empower educators with strategies that make social-emotional learning an effortless part of classroom culture. Together, we can nurture well-rounded, emotionally intelligent students.

Daily feelings check-ins

Key strategies include using daily check-ins like Feelings Wheels or Emojis to help students identify and communicate their emotions. This simple routine fosters self-awareness and creates a safe space for expression.

Calm-down techniques

Implement calm-down techniques such as breathing exercises or creating "Zen Zones" within the classroom. These tools provide students with practical ways to manage their emotions and self-regulate effectively.