Research & Rationale

SEL Center

Reading materials that support social and emotional learning, brought to you by Reading Is Fundamental.

Research & Rationale

The importance of social and emotional learning is well-documented and supported by a broad spectrum of research. This area includes curated material that presents the research and rationale behind the focus on these core skills in children.

Research Materials

Using Children’s Literature to Strengthen Social and Emotional Learning

The article describes the need for a broader base of support for children’s mental health needs.

SEL Impact

This summary from CASEL.org shows the impact of SEL on academic outcomes.

SEL Book List from School Library Journal

A discussion of the benefits of SEL, along with an extensive book list of classic and new children's book titles that align to these concepts.

Common Core Examplar Texts

The Common Core identifes a series of books that exemplify the level of complexity and quality in children's books. Many of the titles noted also align with SEL themes.

50 Must-Have Picture Books to Teach SEL

This list was compile by WeAreTeachers.com.

Video Resources

Self-Awareness

This video gives an overview of the CASEL competency of Self-Awareness. This content aligns with our Feellings theme.

Self-Management

This video gives an overview of the CASEL competency of Self-Awareness. This content aligns with our Feellings theme.

Social Awareness

This video gives an overview of the CASEL competency of Social-Awareness. This content aligns with our Friends theme.

Relationship Skills

This video gives an overview of the CASEL competency of Relationship Skills. This content aligns with our Friends and Fairness themes.

Responsible Decision Making

This video gives an overview of the CASEL competency of Responsible Decision Making. This content aligns with our Focus Theme.

What Is Social Emotional Learning? (EdWeek Video)

A video overview of SEL from EdWeek.