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TIPS FOR CAREGIVERS

Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps children manage emotions, learn
how to feel empathy, create and achieve goals, and make good decisions.
Strong lessons and support in SEL will help children establish positive habits
in communication, cooperation, and decision-making. By incorporating SEL
in early reading, children will learn the importance of communication and
self-advocacy when working with others.

BEFORE READING
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Talk to the reader about the importance of advocating for oneself in group work.
Discuss: Think of a time you needed to speak up for yourself. What did
you do and say? Were you able to communicate your needs and wants?

AFTER READING
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Talk about the importance of good communication and how it can help
group work go smoothly.
Discuss: What does it mean to be assertive? Why is it important to speak
up for yourself?

SEL GOAL
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Children may have a difficult time understanding self-advocacy, especially when
it comes to group work. Encourage readers to identify times they should speak
up for themselves. Have children role-play and practice what they can say to
advocate for themselves. Explain that when everyone advocates for him or
herself and communicates well, everyone is equipped to do their best work.