Effective instruction begins with emotional safety. Children learn more and teachers teach more effectively when daily routines include time and tools to develop relationships, self-regulation, and peer connection. This foundation creates the conditions where academic learning can flourish.
Built Into Every Moment, Not Added On
Rather than introduce SED as a separate subject, every Frog Street curriculum integrates developmentally appropriate SED through:
Programs meet Head Start performance standards and Pre-K SED benchmarks in multiple states. This integration means you’re not trying to “fit in” SED—it’s already woven through every part of the day.
A Unified Approach to Reducing Friction and Increasing Trust
Programs that incorporate SED practices into daily routines and instruction often experience fewer behavioral interruptions, stronger child focus, and increased family engagement. This creates more time for learning and supports growth across all developmental domains.
are embedded into the teacher script, supporting a shift from punitive responses to teachable moments.
children hear consistent messages at school and home.
and reduce friction points, turning potentially challenging moments into smooth progressions.
and more instructional time when children can regulate emotions and solve problems more independently.
This alignment supports long-term outcomes, including kindergarten readiness, improved home-school connection, and teacher retention due to reduced classroom stress. Programs consistently report that strong SED foundations lead to stronger academic performance.
Instruction that Advances Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Growth
When SED is embedded into instructional routines, children improve in:
When SED, language development, and instructional goals are aligned, children benefit from a predictable, engaging, and safe learning experience. This supports not just readiness but belonging—the foundation for all learning success.
To explore how this works across programs, visit:
See how SED is integrated across age levels and program structures.
Explore training that builds teacher confidence in SED implementation.
Learn how SED extends to home through consistent messaging and activities.
Request family engagement materials to review with your team.
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