Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Tools and Information
Nursery Rhymes
Lesson Plans and Lyrics
ECE Professional Development
Music/Stories for SEL & Language
IMPACT: When our nursery rhymes and resources were tested as a tool for supporting SEL and language in classrooms and homes of preschoolers:
100%
of teachers reported better manners and more kindness, empathy and gratitude among their students
91%
of parents said there was improvement in their child’s language and literacy skills
100%
of teachers said they would recommend the program to a friend or colleague
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Tools and Information
"Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the process of developing the self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills that are vital for school, work, and life success." - The Committee for Children
Printable Song Prompt for Books
From the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence:
https://www.rulerapproach.org
From the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning:
https://casel.org/fundamentals-of-sel/
From the Ecological Approaches to Social Emotional Learning (EASEL) Laboratory:
https://easel.gse.harvard.edu
https://easel.gse.harvard.edu/czi-kernels-project
Printable Lesson Plans: Guiding Questions/Activities/Lyrics
Three Kind Mice - Showing kindness through small gestures; noticing and helping others
Diddle Diddle Dumpling - Gratitude and encouragement through applause and appreciation
Sing a Song of Six Cents - Celebrating diversity in people and choices; not judging others
Ring Around Sweet Roses - Spreading joy through small, kind acts; expressing gratitude
Rock-a-Bye Baby - Calming bedtime routines and the comforting power of reading together
Jack and Jill - Helping and supporting one another through challenges
Hickory Dickory Dock - Expressing love and gratitude to family and caregivers
Baa Baa Bright Sheep - Learning gratitude and the joy of giving
Humpty Dumpty - Friendship and compassion; helping others feel better after a fall
London Rain Is Falling Down - Managing boredom and disappointment with creativity and patience
Old Mother Hubbard - Kindness to animals and joyful play in everyday life
This Little Piggy - Family fun, taking turns, and sharing with siblings
Hey Little Diddle - Gratitude and encouragement through applause and appreciation
There Was a Nice Lady - Cooperation, sharing responsibilities, and cleaning up as a team
Peter Peter Pickle Eater - Sharing your passions with friends and celebrating unique interests
Rub A Dub Dub - Helping others, building friendship, and taking action to solve problems
Tom Tom the Plumber’s Son - Understanding the importance of apologizing and making things right
ECE Professional Development
Music and Stories for SEL and Language
Pam is available to provide a Webinar for early childhood educators and organizations on Music and Stories for SEL and Language Development.
For more information, click here
or contact Pam directly at forkindertimes@gmail.com.
Here's what attendees of Pam's webinar had to say:
The webinar was very enjoyable and I learned so much. I can't wait to implement what I learned with the families and children with which I work. - Angela M.
Excellent presentation on SEL & Music. I look forward to applying several of the activities with my class. - Yolanda T.
I loved the daily feelings check-in with the emojis! I'm a children's librarian and it will work wonderfully at the beginning of my weekly story time! - Barbara J.
I thought the content was excellent. It was engaging and interesting and quite frankly, a fun session. I can definitely use the materials and information shared with my groups in such a more meaningful way after this webinar. - Andrea S.