Valentine’s Day creates a lot of excitement for students, and of course, there are plenty of teachable moments around the day. You might cover the history of the holiday, some V-Day-themed math, or a fun, heart-shaped art project. The opportunities are endless. But Valentine’s Day is also a great time to talk with your kids about compassion and caring.
Social and emotional learning (SEL) has been one of the George Lucas Educational Foundation’s primary strategies for learning since its inception. And in honor of Valentine’s Day, we wanted to pass along some valuable SEL-themed resources from around the web. The good news is that if you’re running short on time this month, these lesson plans, tips, and toolkits can be used throughout the year, and they provide inspiring context for students, parents, and teachers. We’ll start with a quick animated video that answers the question: what’s the difference between empathy and sympathy?
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