PBS for Teachers: Social And Emotional Development

Resources in Social and Emotional Development from the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Learning Media encourage children to develop positive peer and adult interactions and to manage self-expression and feelings. Many of our favorite characters, such as Daniel Tiger and Super Why, teach lessons on confronting our fears, working together as a team, and welcoming a new member to a family. Kindness is explored in a lesson that also challenges a student’s artistic expression by making a Kindness Tree. An interactive activity can be used to encourage and teach appropriate social behaviors. Social problem solving, self-awareness, and empathy are also explored.




