affective education

"A field-tested approach for developing the critical thinking, social-emotional, problem-solving, and discussion skills students need to be effective changemakers"--Provided by publisher.

"Developing an understanding of the principles of design thinking is key for all educators"--Provided by publisher.

"This collection of creative lessons offers ideas for integrating design thinking, literacy and STEAM to drive SEL skills including self-awareness, self-management, mindfulness, responsible decision-making and social awareness"--Provided by publisher.

"Created by a seasoned educator with three decades of experience, this . . . research-supported guidebook is filled with classroom-tested tips and techniques that help any teacher make SEL [Social emotional learning] an integral part of each school day. You will learn how to design effective classroom environments and lessons with easy-to-implement, inclusive SEL supports for every student, whether they have ongoing behavior and learning challenges or just need a little extra help. With . . . unique strategies and numerous online printable tools and worksheets, you'll help your students reduce acting-out behaviors, strengthen relationships, and develop critical skills like self-discipline and empathy"--Provided by publisher.

In this easy-to-read, inspiring book, educational consultant and former high school principal Michelle Trujillo shows how positive school culture is anchored in social and emotional learning as a way of being. She guides educators to explore their own SEL aptitudes, inspires schoolwide investment in a philosophy of connection, and offers ample tools, strategies, and solutions for integrating five SEL competencies into schools. Jumpstart conscientious connections in your school community and create a foundation for trust that allows students and educators to feel appreciated, effective, and productive.

Readers learn about increasing focus and practicing mindfulness in nature.

"This book explores the value of sharing stories in ways that speak to our hearts and connect learning communities. It grounds this affective work in a discussion of five affective elements of story--healer, inspiration, clarifier, compassion, and connector--and includes narrative discussions, rationale, and contributions from influential educators and children's book creators along with tons of book recommendations and suggestions for direct classroom and library connections"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines student collaboration as a driver of academic and social-emotional growth and offers teachers a new model for improving both learning culture and student outcomes"--Provided by publisher.

"Brain expert Marilee Sprenger explains how applying neuroscience to social-emotional learning yields strategies that create supportive classroom environments and improve outcomes for all students"--Provided by publisher.

"This book shows how educators can leverage school culture to implement social-emotional learning and cultivate the Formative Five success skills in the classroom and school"--Provided by publisher.