In this session, we will discuss how to proactively teach social emotional literacy, rather than being reactive to unwanted behaviors. We will discuss emotional awareness to help children begin how to recognize and understand their own feelings and actions as well as those of others. We will also learn how to help children become aware of how our feelings and actions affect ourselves and others. Finally, we will discuss the importance of self-regulation and learn how to support children in being able to express their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in socially appropriate ways and to work through conflict with others.