Tag Archives: Social & Emotional Learning

What’s the Big Deal About Social Emotional Learning?

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Free Spirit Publishing

By Molly Breen If you are a human teacher—of human children—you must know the foundational importance of social and emotional learning (SEL). If a child does not trust or understand you, or if a child feels as if you do … Continue reading →

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Movement-Based SEL Activities for the Classroom

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Free Spirit Author

By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play Children love to move! As a dance educator, I enjoy engaging young children in playful and fun movement explorations. These activities also … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Preschool

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Free Spirit Publishing

By Allison Wedell Schumacher Isn’t it fun to look at our young children and imagine what they’ll grow up to be? Look at that tower your daughter is building with blocks: Surely she’ll be a well-renowned architect! Your son is … Continue reading →

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Start ’em Young: Preventing Bullying in Preschool

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Guest Blogger

By Allison Wedell Schumacher When you were dreaming of being a parent, chances are your dreams didn’t include a call from your child’s school telling you that he or she was bullying a classmate. No parent wants to think their … Continue reading →

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