Parents!
We all know the drill – get good grades, and you’re set, right?
Or at least that’s what we’ve always believed.
But let’s chat about something schools aren’t really talking about…
Something as important, if not more important than grades.
It’s the ‘silent subject’ that doesn’t appear on your child’s report card – social-emotional learning.
You see…
Most school curricula primarily focus on intellectual growth – language, math, history, etc.
But there’s a whole world of learning that happens outside the classroom.
And that’s what social-emotional learning is all about.
Social-emotional learning is the process of developing skills related to…
- Self-awareness: Recognizing emotions and their impact.
- Self-management: Handling emotions and taking ownership of actions.
- Social awareness: Understanding and empathizing with others.
- Relationship skills: Building positive interactions.
- Responsible decision-making: Making ethical, safe choices.
And here’s the real kicker…
Studies show that kids involved in social-emotional learning can get better grades – up to 11% higher! 1
This means that by teaching children these necessary skills you can help them to not only have healthier relationships…
But also do better in school!
So, the question is…
How can you integrate social-emotional learning into your child’s life?
Well, tomorrow...
We'll share a super cool way to help your child develop these essential skills!
Until then, stay healthy!
Alice
Founder
www.firstday.com
[1] Durlak J, Weissberg R, Dymnicki A, Taylor R and Schellinger K (2011). The impact of enhancing students' social and emotional learning: A meta-analysis of school-based universal interventions. Child Development, 82, 405-432
