Parents are the most critical piece in the social and emotional development of children. Parents should continue their own personal journeys of social, emotional, and mental growth as a model for their children. Children learn and grow best from seeing this work done authentically in their parents’ lives. The below resources can help you on your journey of social, emotional, and mental growth and help you as you guide your children to do the same. 

Alliance for a Healthier Generation 
Resources related to social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being. 

Collaborative for Academic, Social, and  Emotional Learning (CASEL)
Resources and information about social emotional learning in an academic setting

Social Justice Books
Book lists to bring diversity to your book collection. 

We Need Diverse Books
Resources and information to help you create home libraries that are diverse. 

Need more help or have additional questions?
Reach out to Kim Marshall – Social Emotional Learning Teacher on Special Assignment
kmarshall@smmusd.org