The intentional instruction of empathy and altruism is essential for the social and emotional development of the next generation.

I am sharing an insightful new resource by Danna Southwell: "How to Teach Kindness to Kids: A Simple, Proven Guide for Parents and Educators." For those interested in character education and early childhood development, this is an excellent resource.

Full article here:
https://www.dannasouthwellauthor.com/how-to-teach-kindness-to-kids/

#Education #CharacterBuilding #Parenting #SocialEmotionalLearning

For International Day to Combat Islamophobia on March 15, we are highlighting resources to help you counter islamophobia in your learning environments.

Equip your students with religious literacy and cultural competence skills by introducing them to Islam with film! These free lesson plans are based on award-winning films from around the world, including He Named Me Malala (Pakistan/UK), The Neighborhood Storyteller (Syria/Jordan), and Wadjda (Saudi Arabia).

These materials are appropriate for elementary school, middle school and high school; they can also work well for adult/higher ed, HR trainings and professional development, public screenings and community group settings.

Learn more:

https://journeysinfilm.org/anti-bias-education-resources-to-combat-islamophobia/?utm_source=mastodonin&utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_campaign=international+day+to+combat+islamophobia&utm_term=islam&utm_content=link

#Islamophobia #Islam #ReligiousLiteracy #WorldReligions #Education #Homeschooling #Movies #SocialEmotionalLearning

Helping kids navigate the world with a kind heart. 📖💡

In "Bertha the Ordinary Chicken: Emotional Intelligence for Kids," Danna Southwell discusses the vital role of EQ in child development. Through the relatable adventures of Bertha, children learn to process their emotions and value their unique selves. 🐣🌈

Link: https://www.dannasouthwellauthor.com/bertha-the-ordinary-chicken-emotional-intelligence-for-kids/

#Education #EQ #DannaSouthwell #KidsBooks #Parenting #SocialEmotionalLearning

💕 For Valentine's Day, teach about the love of nature & the nature of love with The Love Bugs! This Emmy-award winning short film provides a great opportunity to discuss love, friendship and relationships while exploring the wonders of the insect world.

Get classroom-ready Social Emotional Learning, science and art activity lessons for The Love Bugs. For grades 3-5. Also available in Spanish. 💌

This is a great social-emotional learning resource to teach with all year round!

https://journeysinfilm.org/film/the-love-bugs/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_campaign=valentines+day&utm_content=link

#Education #Homeschooling #SocialEmotionalLearning #Movies #ValentinesDay #Families #Parenting #Love #HappyValentinesDay

How can educators teach about empathy and give students the opportunity to practice this important skill? Bring effective empathy training to your classroom with the 𝙐𝙣𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣 Learning Guide.

Learn more in the thread below! 👇

https://journeysinfilm.org/film/unbroken-film/?utm_source=Mastodon&utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_campaign=UnBroken+launch+4&utm_content=Link1

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#Empathy #EmotionalIntelligence #LifeSkills #SocialEmotionalLearning #SocialSkills #Education #Homeschooling #PersonalGrowth #HolocaustEducation

What does it mean to be an upstander in a time of fear and division? Teach students about courageous everyday people of the past and how to be an upstander in the present with the 𝙐𝙣𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣 Learning Guide.

Learn more in the thread below!

https://journeysinfilm.org/film/unbroken-film/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_campaign=UnBroken+launch+2&utm_term=Upstanders&utm_content=Link

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#Education #Homeschooling #HolocaustEducation #SocialEmotionalLearning #Upstanders #Heroes #Courage