Early Childhood Investigations

Advancing SEL—Fostering Character, Creativity, and Culture in Early Learning Spaces by Brian Puerling MS, NBCT

September 23, 2026·1h 19m
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RESOURCESWatch the full webinar hereJoin our newsletter! Earn your Professional Development hours with FREE sessions delivered right to your inbox every weekCheck out the producer of ECI, Playground, the Child Care Management SoftwareReady to go beyond the basics? In this second session of the series, we’ll explore advanced strategies to support children’s social-emotional development through character education, creative expression, and culturally responsive practices.Join Brian J. Puerling, MS, NBCT, nationally recognized author, PBS Innovative Educator Award recipient, and early childhood leader, as he shares practical tools to deepen your SEL approach. Drawing from decades of work with diverse learners, including roles with Sesame Workshop and Chicago Public Schools, Brian will guide you in designing inclusive environments and crafting sustainable classroom practices. This session builds on the foundation of Webinar 1. If you missed the live event, we encourage you to watch the recording of Part 1. Together, these two sessions offer a comprehensive framework for fostering SEL in the digital age.Key Takeaways:Apply practical strategies to teach character and guide conflict resolution.Nurture creativity as a critical element of SEL.Design inclusive, culturally responsive environments for all children.Create your own action plan to bring SEL practices to life in your classroom.

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