Module 1
Foundations of Social-Emotional Growth
The Ultimate Goal of Social-Emotional Learning
Do you know what the ultimate goal of social-emotional learning is? Ashley dives into the importance of self awareness and why is is vital to a child’s developmental growth!
Milestone Mapping Tool
This resource is designed as a step-by-step decision guide to help professionals identify where a child is in the first four social-emotional milestones, and to offer immediate strategies for strengthening gaps. Think of it as a roadmap: when a milestone is solid, you progress to the next; when it’s weak, you pause to build capacity with targeted support. Use this checklist in real time to sharpen your observations and adjust your therapeutic approach.
What is Social-Emotional Learning: Handout for Parents
This handout is designed for parents understand the “why” behind social-emotional learning (SEL). It explains how children build trust, safety, and emotional connection through relationships; and why these skills must come before academics like reading or math. Parents will learn how SEL supports regulation, relationships, and resilience, and how to nurture these foundations at home, especially for autistic children. This article is meant to be shared with families as a resource alongside your professional work.