SEAL Resources

Dive into our curated collection of resources—from research to hands-on practices to engaging educational videos—brought to you by SEAL’s experts. Uncover innovative strategies and insights for how to support Multilingual Learners, and all students, in the classroom.

SEAL Resources

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Building an Effective Early Childhood Workforce: The Need for Professional Development for Educators of Dual Language Learners

The Need for Professional Development for Educators of Dual Language Learners

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Summary Research Brief

Summary of a Multiyear Evaluation Studying the Replication of the Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) Model

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Alignment & Articulation Tool

A tool that promotes reflection and cross-grade level discussion amongst teachers to encourage school-wide alignment and articulation.

Classroom Tools

Making Cross Language Connections

A resource for students working with multilingual children that discusses cross-language connections.

Classroom Tools

SEAL Videos

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SEAL Preschool Environment & Families

Preschool “Insects” theme integrating language development/science content in a bilingual class.

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Supporting Dual Language Practices
Embracing Early Education
Bilingual/Dual Language

SEAL Call to Action

Importance of dual language education in California’s new era. (Spanish subtitles)

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The Case for Dual Language Education

Parts I and II: A History of Bilingual Education in California

Dr. Laurie Olsen provides an overview of the history of Bilingual/English Learner education in CA.

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A History of Bilingual Education in California

Preschool Thematic Unit - Redwood City

An integrated thematic “Farm” unit implemented in a bilingual preschool classroom.

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Bilingual/Dual Language
Embracing Early Education

Persona Dolls

This SEAL video illustrates the power of language and literacy through persona dolls.

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Embracing Early Education

Preschool Families

Preschool “Insects” theme integrating language development/science content in a bilingual class.

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Embracing Early Education

SEAL Partner Resources

Access resources from SEAL partners to support your students in the classroom and at home. 

Bridging California’s Bilingual Teacher Gap in Early Childhood Education

Inaugural policy brief — a thorough examination of the shortage of bilingual early childhood educators in California.

Navigating the Past to Shape the Future of English Learner Education

The education of immigrant and English Learner (EL) students in our nation has been indelibly shaped at the intersection of struggles

Resource Guide for Multilingual Learners

Policy Brief: Understanding Educators’ Experiences Teaching Multilingual Learners

Bay Area Council Economic Institute

The Economic Benefits of Multilingual Learning

A report by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute explores multilingual learning among California’s youngest children and highlights benefits that improve educational outcomes, boost household incomes, and give California companies the edge needed to compete on the world stage.