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Free SEL Resources for Today’s Classroom

Free SEL Resources

The main purpose of the Free Resource Page is to empower educators by offering a wide range of high-quality accessible tools, articles, and templates designed to deepen their understanding and enhance the application of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). This page serves as a valuable resource to support educators in seamlessly integrating SEL principles across all areas of the classroom, fostering a holistic learning environment. By providing these resources, the page helps educators build stronger connections with their students, promote emotional intelligence, and create a positive, inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

5 Steps for Brain-Building Serve and Return

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Teaching Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood

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EIM Reflective Questions for Educators

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The Heart of Early Brain Development

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Learning to Trust the Child’s Process

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Achieving Quality With Equity

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PEDALS: Teaching Team: Better Together

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Learning Through Scaffolding

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Toothpaste Theory of Child Development

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Simple Interactions Tool Video

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15 Neurodiversity-Inclusive SEL Strategies

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Digest #153: Neurodiversity in Education

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Neurodiversity Resources & Digital Library

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Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches to Social & Emotional Learning

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New York State Early Learning Guidelines

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ELGs Talking Points & Audio

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What to observe for each EIM dimension

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Kickstarting the Day with Toddler Emotional Wellness

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Sing your Feelings

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Home Providers: SEL with Mixed Ages

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Scavenger Hunt: Exploring the CASEL framework and its tool

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Second Step YouTube Videos

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Social Emotional Learning for Teachers: An Introduction

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Coaching Your Inner Coach: Self Talk

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Second Step Participant Handouts (SEL & Self-Regulation)

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PEDALS Tip Sheet for Teachers

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Simple Interactions Tool

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Is Coaching Right for You?

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ASQ and the Power of Parent Engagement

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Putting Your Trust in Parents

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Developmental Milestones Resources for Early Childhood Educators

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PEDALS Family Tip Sheet

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Trauma Informed Care & Second Step Alignment

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Everyday Interactions Matter Alignment

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ASQ:SE & Second Step Crosswalk

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Second Step & Teaching Strategies Gold

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Gerald Smith’s ASQ Intro

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