January SEL Focus: Courage-Building Books for Students

Little Yellow Bus,
The Jar of Laughter,
Be Brave Little Penguin,
Brave Irene,
I Am Courage,
The Day You Begin,
A Little Spot of Courage,
When You Are Brave,
Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave
Simple Daily Goals: A Practical Strategy for Struggling Students

Every student struggles at some point, whether it’s staying on task, managing emotions, or navigating social situations. Instead of focusing on what’s not working, one of the most effective ways to support these students is to give them ownership through small, achievable goals.
Practical Ways to Bring Social-Emotional Learning Into Your Classroom

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) isn’t an “extra” to squeeze in, it’s a way to support both student growth and academic success. When students understand their emotions, manage challenges, and collaborate with peers, they’re better prepared to learn and thrive. The good news? SEL can be woven seamlessly into your everyday lessons.
Easy Classroom Environmental Changes to Regulate and Curb Behavior

Environment manipulation is one of the easiest ways you can curb unwanted behavior and encourage emotional regulation.
