MindUP

MindUP is a social-emotional learning program that blends simple brain science, mindfulness practices, and classroom strategies to help kids manage stress, build empathy, and focus. Lessons teach children what’s happening in their brains when they’re overwhelmed and offer concrete tools like breathing exercises and gratitude practices. Developed with input from neuroscientists and educators, MindUP has been implemented in schools worldwide and adapted by homeschoolers seeking structured SEL. Parents value the clear scripts, printable activities, and the way it weaves emotional skills into daily routines rather than treating them as an add-on. Program materials and trainings cost more than a single workbook, but for families prioritizing mental health, the investment can pay off.