Social and Emotional Learning for Picture Book Readers

Social and Emotional Learning for Picture Book Readers spotlights 24 compelling picture books with ready-to-go lesson plans that support social and emotional learning (SEL) through the National School Library Standards. Each chapter focuses on one SEL theme to help learners practice targeted social-emotional skills. Learners will develop skills in solving problems, building relationships, working in teams, recognizing and managing feelings, and engaging ethically. Most lessons can be taught in a single class period and provide picture books as mentor texts supporting SEL lessons and curriculum;AASL Standards-alignments with detailed instructions, making planning a breeze; andanchor charts, discussion questions, and worksheets to help facilitate SEL activities.