Understanding Social and Emotional Development in Children
Social and emotional development equips children to build positive relationships, understand and manage emotions, and make thoughtful decisions. By fostering these skills early, children are better prepared to succeed in school and in life, creating a strong foundation for lifelong resilience and empathy.
Why does it matter?
When children experience positive social and emotional health development and well-being, they can fully participate in communities in ways that are positive and yield a sense of happiness, healthy relationships and connectedness.
Who is this for?
Families
Find practical tips, engaging activities, and expert advice to guide you in nurturing a healthy, happy developmental journey for your child.
Educators
Enhance your teaching methods with resources that foster an inclusive, supportive, and empathetic educational environment for all students.
Resources
Discover a comprehensive collection of articles, research summaries, and guidelines on social and emotional development.
What is Nurture Nebraska?
Nurture Nebraska is a statewide public awareness campaign supported by the University Nebraska-Lincoln Grand Challenge research initiative developed in partnership with TransformED. The campaign empowers families, parents and caregivers to learn more about social and emotional development.
