Integrating SEL into Everyday Instruction

Quick Reference Guide

Publication Date:  
Nov 2018

9781416627326

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The most effective way to foster social and emotional skill development is make it a deliberate part of classroom instruction. In this reference guide for K-12 teachers, Nancy Frey, Dominique Smith, and Douglas Fisher introduce a new approach to SEL that shifts it from a standalone curriculum to its natural place as essential part of learning.

The most effective way to foster social and emotional skill development is make it a deliberate part of classroom instruction. In this quick reference guide for K–12 teachers, Nancy Frey, Dominique Smith, and Douglas Fisher introduce a new approach to SEL that shifts it from a standalone curriculum to its natural place as essential part of learning. They cover:

  • The 5 tenets of integrated social and emotional learning.
  • The 33 SEL competencies teachers can target in the classroom.
  • How to begin integrating SEL into your content instruction.


This guide's taxonomy of SEL fundamentals and practical ideas for fostering cognitive and emotional self-regulation, prosocial behavior, conflict resolution, decision making, and problem solving make it an empowering resource for all educators committed to teaching the whole child.

8.5"" x 11"" 3-panel foldout guide (6 pages), laminated for extra durability and 3-hole-punched for binder storage.

Nancy Frey is a professor of educational leadership at San Diego State University (SDSU) and a teacher leader at Health Sciences High & Middle College.

Dominique Smith is the chief of educational services and teacher support at Health Sciences High & Middle College, where he also serves as a culture builder and student advocate.

Douglas Fisher is a professor of educational leadership at San Diego State University and a teacher leader at Health Sciences High & Middle College.
Pages6
Date Published30 Nov 2018
PublisherASCD
LanguageEnglish
Dimensions279 x 205 x 10