Social awareness is about recognizing and understanding the emotions, needs, and perspectives of others. It includes empathy, compassion, and the ability to appreciate diversity and respect the feelings and experiences of individuals from different backgrounds.

Moving from elementary school to middle school is hard for anyone. Your middle schooler may feel overwhelmed, anxious and even scared to walk the halls of middle school.  Depending on the setting, they could be in a new building.  They could be with other kids they have not met yet.  And, they could be the youngest around after being the oldest in their former school. When it comes time to make the move, be sure you are doing all you can to help them adjust.