The Connection between Social and Emotional Learning and Life Skills within the American Educational Experience
Abstract
Whether you consider the United States of America a melting pot, Mulligan stew, a conglomerate or mish mash, we are one nation. The authors hope and pray the Preamble to the Constitution provides a goal for each of us regardless of race, creed, ethnicity, or color. There must be a glue that we must agree upon that will hold use together. Each citizen thrives when they have social and emotional skills which are essentially life skills. This article hopes to present those common knowledge, skills, and abilities and provide suggestions on how individuals, families, children, schools, and communities can provide an education rich in social and emotional life skills that enhances America’s educational experience.