In 2020 our world was hit hard with a pandemic that has made a noticeable impact on students academically, but also emotionally and socially. The need for social and emotional learning is more critical than ever before. Numerous research shows that SEL can have a positive impact on students’ academic performance and beyond.

So What is Social Emotional Learning (SEL)?

SEL is a description used to describe children’s ability to understand and be in control of their emotions. This includes, being self-aware, feeling empathic towards others, building relationships, managing emotions, and having flexible thinking. Children need to be taught how to identify their feelings and also to consider how others feel. The benefits of children receiving social emotional learning support from Essential Mind Tutoring includes

• Decreased problem behaviors in the home and at school

• Developing better social emotional skills

• Learn appropriate ways of regulating emotions through a variety of strategies

• Practice mindfulness

• Promote a growth mindset

• Encourage kindness

• Play games to increase self-awareness and management skills