Lesson 1: Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will understand the concept of social-emotional learning (SEL) and its components and identify why SEL is important for preschoolers.
Why do you think learning about emotions are important for young children?
SEL
Emotional Regulation
Autonomy
Egocentric
5.3.12 - Create strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
Discuss how SEL helps preschoolers develop essential life skills, manage emotions, and build healthy relationships.
Explore how SEL influences academic success (now and in future learning).
Have a quick brainstorming session about emotions and
relationships, encouraging them to share their thoughts.
Show a short video clip illustrating preschool interactions and emotions.
Use a graphic organizer to display the five competencies of SEL.
Some students may believe that SEL is only about teaching feelings, not recognizing its broader impact on behavior and learning.
Flexible Small Groups
Time Modifications
Scaffolding/Tiered Instruction
Task Lists
Rubrics
Choices
Students will analyze case studies of preschool scenarios and identify SEL components present in each.