Develop emotional intelligence and strengthen social emotional skills in adolescents with this practical, hands-on resource.
Developing emotional intelligence (EQ) in students is essential to preparing them for success in college, careers, and adult life. This practical resource for educators explains what emotional intelligence is and why it's important for all students. The book lays out detailed yet flexible guidelines for teaching fundamental EQ in an
Develop emotional intelligence and strengthen social emotional skills in adolescents with this practical, hands-on resource.
Developing emotional intelligence (EQ) in students is essential to preparing them for success in college, careers, and adult life. This practical resource for educators explains what emotional intelligence is and why it's important for all students. The book lays out detailed yet flexible guidelines for teaching fundamental EQ in an
Develop emotional intelligence and strengthen social emotional skills in adolescents with this practical, hands-on resource.Helping students develop emotional intelligence (EQ) and social emotional skills is essential to preparing them for success in college, careers, and adult life. This practical resource for educators explains what emotional intelligence is and why it s important for all students. Boost Emotional Intelligence in Students lays out detailed yet flexible guidelines for teaching fundamental EQ and social emotional skills in an intentional and focused way. The book is split into three modules, which correspond to three main skill areas: 1.Self-awareness and self-management 2.Social awareness and relationship skills 3.Responsible decision-making and problem-solving Each module features ten hands-on, research-based lessons, which are focused on a critical EQ concept and centered around productive and respectful discussion. All lessons are designed to take approximately 35 minutes each but can easily be adapted to meet the specific needs of a school or group as they work to develop emotional intelligence and social emotional skills in their students. Digital content includes reproducible forms to use with students.
“"Using evidence-based lessons, engaging activities, and community-building strategies, this resource provides a valuable tool for educators to build emotional intelligence in students--an essential goal of education in the 21st century. By supporting the development of emotional intelligence, this book helps teachers prepare their students for success in careers and in life." --Andria Amador,senior director, Behavioral Health Services, Boston Public Schools”
"Boost Emotional Intelligence in Students is exactly what schools need to support social-emotional growth in students. Drs. Elias and Tobias provide an easy-to-understand, step-by-step guide for schools to integrate social and emotional skills building into the classroom. As school psychologists, we understand the importance of building these skills for success in school and life. This book provides everything we need to begin the process."--John Kelly, Ph.D., president, National Association of School Psychologists, 2017-2018
Maurice J. Elias, Ph.D., is a professor and former director of clinical training in the Department of Psychology, Rutgers University.
He is also director of the Rutgers Social-Emotional and Character Development Lab , academic director of the Collaborative Center for Community-Based Research and Service (engage.rutgers.edu), and founding member of the Leadership Team for the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).
Dr. Elias lectures nationally and internationally and devotes his research and writing to the area of social-emotional and character development in children, schools, and families. He is a licensed psychologist and writes a blog on social-emotional and character development for the George Lucas Educational Foundation at
He lives in New Jersey with his wife, Ellen, near their children and grandchildren.
Steven E. Tobias, Psy.D., is the director of the Center for Child & Family Development in Morristown, New Jersey.
He has over thirty years of experience working with children, parents, families, and schools. Dr. Tobias feels a strong commitment to children's social and emotional development and provides consultation to schools as a way of reaching many children, including those who are underserved in terms of their social and emotional needs.
He has co-authored several books with Dr. Maurice Elias, including Emotionally Intelligent Parenting and Raising Emotionally Intelligent Teenagers. He has given lectures throughout the United States on topics related to parenting and children's emotional development.
Dr. Tobias lives in New Jersey.
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