Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) refers to the process through which children (and adults too) develop the skills needed to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, show empathy for others and understand social norms, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.
Building resilience, empathy, and interpersonal skills are crucial for both academic success and personal well-being. SEL in early years education can help shape these skills. Both families and schools play their part. Parents and preschool teachers need to understand what these skills are, and what practical strategies to use to support children to learn and apply them.
To discover more about the core SE skills and how to build them, read this article.