<p><strong>Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is currently a popular focus for schools because evidence suggests that effective SEL improves academic learning. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How can we best teach students skills like self-awareness, self- management, empathy, perspective taking and cooperation. Today’s guest is someone who combines her love of reading and knowledge of books provide support to people trying to start conversations about challenging issues. &nbsp;Whether it’s diversity, mindfulness, diversity or dealing with trauma… she has a list for you. ( Though, she also has lists about unicorns and outer space!) &nbsp;Lauren Bercuson shares her work with “Happily Ever Elephants” and how to make children’s reading intentional.</strong></p>