"Developing SEL skills is a process that both students and adults go through to understand and manage emotions, to empathize, to maintain positive relationships, and also make responsible decisions."-Tre GammageThis school year will not be like any other year before it. We're returning to school following a pandemic that has changed the world, and our instruction practices need to follow suit. The pandemic has had a profound effect on the social and emotional health of our students and it's time to shift the focus from content to SEL. In this episode I cover 3 restorative practices that you can use in your classroom when we return to school to make the transition easier for you and your students.