Want Cringeless SEL? Look No Further!
Community Review for Wayfinder
My Take
I have taught the same lesson from Wayfinder and Second Step and have had far better experiences and learning outcomes with the Wayfinder lessons. In the ten years I’ve taught Second Step, I have never had students refer back to a lesson. In the one year I’ve used Wayfinder, I’ve had students refer back to or request to hear or see something again from the lessons on several occasions.
The slide decks that are already created for you (and editable) are masterfully done and they don’t look like a whack cartoon trying to convince you bullying is wrong. It’s strange to think other SEL curricula think our students need cheesy graphics to understand purpose, caring for others, and developing relationship skills. Wayfinder teaches to what’s actually relevant and developmentally appropriate for students at every level, and it’s based on real research.
Our students’ overall wellbeing matters. Using second-rate curricula to teach SEL skills says that it doesn’t. Our kids deserve more.
How I Use It
Have you ever began an SEL lesson and students moan and complain? Me too.
With Wayfinder, I have experienced the exact opposite sentiment from students. Not only is the grade-specific content wonderful and easy to teach, there are also outstanding collections of carefully curated lessons if you’re looking for a specific topic.
I also love the low-prep this curriculum requires, and the high level of learning and insight my students gain from a single lesson.
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