Social and Emotional Learning for Advanced Children in Early Childhood : Birth to 8

This book illuminates the complexities of social and emotional learning (SEL) during early childhood and provides readers with supportive tools to enhance and advance social and emotional skills among young children within their homes and classrooms. Affective development is critical to childhood development – this guide gives parents and educators concrete strategies to support students’ social skills, relationship development, and positive mental health. Expertly blending theory with practice, Social and Emotional Learning for Advanced Children in Early Childhood: Birth to 8 presents vital background information, real-life examples, diverse case studies, discussion questions, and action steps for implementing SEL into any early childhood environment. By including both what is understood about social and emotional development in early childhood as well as the proven methods and approaches for working with young children, this comprehensive guide is a must read for all adults striving to make a positive impact in early childhood development. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Table of Contents List of Tables Preface About the Authors Chapter 1 Understanding Social and Emotional Learning in Early Childhood: Introductions and Definitions Chapter 2 Overview of Social Emotional Learning in Early Childhood Chapter 3 Characteristics and Case Studies of Very Young Children, Birth to Two Years Chapter 4 Characteristics and Case Studies of Preschool Children, Ages Three To Five Years Chapter 5 Characteristics and Case Studies of School-Age Children, Ages Six to Eight Years Chapter 6 Conclusion Appendix A: Book and Article Resources Appendix B: Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Resources Appendix C: Organizational Resources Appendix D: Definitions of Relevant Terminology