Tips & Tools

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This section provides practical, actionable, and accessible resources. From webinars & podcasts, SEL-focused conferences, and videos with accessible language for families, use these tips and tools to continue your ongoing work.

Webinars & Podcasts

Every Book is an SEL Book

Educators in PreK-Grade 3 can explore leveraging read-alouds for social-emotional learning in an interactive webinar hosted by Reading Is Fundamental.

Every Book is a Social Justice Book

Educators will discover how to utilize classroom books for Social Justice Learning, empowering students to identify and address issues of equity and inclusion, in an interactive webinar hosted by Reading Is Fundamental.

The Evidence is Clear: An Update on Research Examining Social and Emotional Learning

Join the Learning Policy Institute to discuss significant advancements in the evidence base regarding social and emotional learning and what this means for research, practice, and policy.

Igniting Lifelong Learning: SEL & Academic Integration (Part 1 of 3)

This three-part webinar series will explore the research, practices, and policy conditions that promote SEL and academic integration.

Restorative Discipline That Works: 2024’s Best Practices and Strategies

Learn from award-winning leaders and psychologists ways to enhance relationships and behavior through restorative practices.

I Love Me! Positive Self-Identity in Young BIPOC Children

How can we support positive self-identity in BIPOC children? Experts discuss actionable steps for educators and families.

Co-Regulation and Connection: The Crucial Role of Adults in Children’s Self-Regulation

Learn a trauma-informed framework that will equip you to be effective coregulators, foster meaningful connections and safe environments, and allow children to flourish into socially and emotionally resilient humans.

Protocols for Excellent Parenting & Improving Relationships of All Kinds

Dr. Becky Kennedy discusses actionable strategies for raising resilient children, improving relationships, and communicating effectively with individuals facing various challenges.

How to Master Growth Mindset to Improve Performance

Dr. David Yeager explores growth and stress-is-enhancing mindsets for motivation, leadership, mentoring, and achieving goals, offering a framework for success in various roles and endeavors.

The Role of SEL in Enhancing Literacy Development

At this ILA Webinar held in partnership with CASEL, participants will learn how fostering the full spectrum of students' cognitive, social, and emotional growth is made possible through connecting social-emotional learning (SEL) with literacy development.

Register here.

Conferences in 2025

SEL Exchange

Hosted by CASEL

Location: Chicago, IL

Dates: TBD

Social-Emotional Learning Forum

Held as part of the Innovative Schools Summit

Innovative Schools Summit New York (February 12-15, 2025)
Innovative Schools Summit Las Vegas (July 7-11, 2025)
Innovative Schools Summit San Antonio (December 3-6, 2025)

ZERO TO THREE LEARN Conference 2025

ZERO TO THREE

Location: Baltimore, MD

Dates: October 8 - 9, 2025

Video Resources

Self-Awareness

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

Self-Management

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

Social Awareness

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

Relationship Skills

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

Responsible Decision Making

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

What Is Social Emotional Learning? (EdWeek Video)

A video overview of SEL from EdWeek.

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