School counselors frequently support students with a history of chronic trauma. School Counselor Stephanie takes a direct approach to student trauma.
The A to Z of Coping Skills display poster for you to use to talk about coping strategies and worksheet for children to come up with their own strategies.
In first grade this week, we read The Juice Box Bully written by Bob Sornson and Maria Dismondy. The Juice Box Bully is a story about a new student, Pete, who doesn't make good choices when interacting with other students. The kids at Pete's new school teach him about "The Promise" that their school has made and get involved to be helpful bystanders. The Promise: I WILL speak up instead of acting as a bystander. I CHOOSE to participate in activities that don't involve teasing. I FORGIVE others if they make poor choices. I MODEL good behavior. I ACCEPT others for their differences. I INCLUDE others in group situations. I WILL talk to an adult when there is a problem I cannot manage on my own. I AM powerful in making a difference in my school. As a connection to No Name-Calling Week, we began our discussion talking about if they have ever been called a name or have been teased before. How many of us have watched this happen to someone that we care about? When we stand by and watch someone be treated unfairly, we are a bystander. Bystanders can be helpful or hurtful by their choices. We brainstormed a list of helpful things we can do if we see someone being bullied, teased, or called a name they don't like. Then we chose an idea from the list to create our own Juice Box of how we can help others in need.
It's really hard to stop the worry spiral once those worry thoughts creep in. Help kids breath the cycle with these thought-stopping strategies for kids!
Strategies for controlling angry thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Students will learn to control the direction of their anger, by changing the way they think to be more positive. Great for students who are struggling with angry feelings. Includes a digital version for use with Google Slides and Google Classroom for digital learning. This activity takes about 30 minutes to complete with a small or large group. The goal is for students to change their own thinking to be more positive and prevent future conflicts. Includes: ►Activity description including instructions/walk-through of activity, objectives, materials, and ASCA standards. ►5 pages of practice changing thoughts and actions to be more positive and less anger-inducing. ►1 page of self-reflection on personal anger traits. ►UPDATED: Now includes Google Classroom version, the link to access this resource on Google Drive and instructions for use is on page 9. ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── ⭐Recommended Resources⭐ THIS resource and 8 others are included at a discounted bulk rate in the Curriculum below↴ ★ Anger Management Small Group Counseling Curriculum ★ My Anger Monster ★ My ANGRY Animal Journal ★ My ANGER fire ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── ✨Let's follow each other on Social Media✨ ❗❗Don't miss out! My new products are 50% off for the first 24hrs posted, so make sure you follow me: Click here to follow my TPT store➜➜➜➜➜➜FOLLOW ME! Heart and Mind Teaching on Pinterest Heart and Mind Teaching on Facebook Heart and Mind Teaching on Instagram Heart and Mind Teaching Website & Blog ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Copyright © Heart and Mind Teaching. Email: [email protected]
Holiday chaos getting your students down? Try these winter mindfulness activities for kids to bring peace and joy to your holiday lessons!
Fall 2022 Note: I first read and used Making Friends Is an Art in 2017. I appreciated that the focus was mostly on what TO do versus what NOT to do. At the time, it was hard to find books like this. In this first edition of the book, the brown crayon is initially friendless and […]
I had 30 minutes with each class to do an intro lesson to school counseling. Here's what I did with each level: K-1: Object Lesson Materials Needed: Rainbow Fish book Finding Nemo ("just keep swimming") Dumbo (great listener) puzzle pieces (help put the pieces together) heart (care about all of the students) Frozen characters ("Let it go!") Star (reach for the stars and achieve goals) angry birds (anger management) happy face (help you be happy to be at school) tissue (dry up tears when you're sad) Bandaid (help when you're hurting) Funny glasses (think about things from a different perspective) eraser (cant change your past mistakes, but I can help you make better decisions next time) lock (I keep your secret, unless the secret will hurt you or someone else) Intro: After going over rules and expectations, I told students I was going to read them one of my favorite books of all time, Rainbow Fish. I asked that when I was reading, think about who in the story helps rainbow fish learn how to be happy (The Wise Octopus). After reading the story, I explained that I am like the Octopus at this school because I help kids when they have problems. Activity: I explained ways in which I can help students by letting each student pull one object from my bag. As a student pulled an object from the bag, I let them explain to the class what the object is, and take a guess about what it could represent about my job as the school counselor. (Originally I was just going to explain to the students what each object meant, but I LOVED to hear their ideas!) After each object was pulled from the bag, I placed the item on the board for the class to see. Conclusion: Once all of the objects were discussed, I gave the students a coloring worksheet that had a summary of the symbols that we talked about around an octopus. We talked about how to get help if they need to talk to me. Before I left, I gave each student a "shiny scale" (a.k.a. metallic star sticker) for them to remember Rainbow Fish. 2-3 Grade: Object Lesson In second and third grade, I adapted the same lesson as K-1 to be slightly more advanced. We did not read Rainbow Fish, but instead spent longer discussing what each of the symbols meant. I let more students guess what the symbols could mean, and for the most part, everything that they said was even more profound than what I had planned to say! As the conclusion to the lesson, I gave the students a matching worksheet where they line up the symbol to what it means. This was a great assessment and review to make sure the students had learned the information that I gave them! Before I left, I gave each student a heart sticky note that said "Your School Counselor cares about you!" and a shiny star sticker to remind them to "reach for the stars". 4-6: Rocks and String Activity Materials: Small and large rocks student volunteer 3-4 foot string for each student Rocks: At the beginning of the class, I asked for one volunteer to be my helper. I had the class brainstorm things that would be considered "small problems" (small rocks) and things that would be considered "big problems" (big rocks). I explained that with many of the small problems, I can teach them ways to handle their own problems responsibly. If it was a BIG problem, I could help them figure out what to do. When discussing the "big problems", I made sure to mention confidentiality, and that I can not keep their secret if it means that someone might get hurt. For each of the problems, big or small, I would place a stone into the hands of the volunteer student. Once the volunteer's hands are completely full, I told the volunteer that I needed him to take a quick test for me, and immediately handed him a test and a pencil. Of course, he could not take the test because he was holding on to so many problems! I explained that although I can't make most of their problems disappear, I can help them with their problems so that they can do their best at school. From here, I explained how to get in touch with me if they need to talk, and where to find me. I told them about small groups, classroom lessons, and other fun programs that I would be having this school year. String: I gave each person a piece of string. I told them that the object was to tie a knot in the middle of the string. The rules are that once they pick up the string, their fingers become "superglued" to the ends of the string- they can't switch fingers. There can NOT already be a knot in the string when picking it up, they can NOT cut the string, and the knot can NOT be on the outside of the string (tying the ends together). I then quickly added that "it's okay to ask for help, BUT it is possible to do. It CAN be done." I let the students struggle with it for a while, repeated the instructions several times, and waited for the first person to ask me for help. Once they asked for help, I motioned for them to follow me to a hidden area of the class, and explained the trick to them. (Cross your arms into a "knot" so that one hand pops up through the hole in your arms. Grab each end of the string while arms are crossed. Uncross arms, and you should have a knot.) Make sure you try this first before doing it with kids so you know how!! I explained to three of the students, before others started to catch on. From this point, I let those I had helped teach others in the class how to do it. 7-12: Advanced Rocks and String Activity Materials: index cards Small, medium, large rocks student volunteer (class nominated to be the strongest) 3-4 foot string for each student Introduction: I handed out index cards to each student, and had them write down their name, grade, what they think I do as their school counselor, and any questions that they might have about me or about school counseling. Rocks: I asked the class to nominate one person in the class who is the strongest, and that person came to the front to help me with the next activity. I asked what it means to be "strong" (Physically, emotionally, academically, and spiritually, etc) I explained that even the strongest people need help sometimes, as I dumped a pile of rocks on a desk in front of the class and smiled at my volunteer. The rocks represent the problems that teens deal with on a normal basis. Some are just small problems or annoyances; others are big problems that consume much of your daily thoughts. I asked everyone to brainstorm what types of problems teens might have to deal with. As they named things, I had each one come to the front, choose a rock to represent the problem, and hand it to the volunteer. I also added a few to keep it going and give them more ideas. Once the volunteer’s hands were at capacity, I gave him a SUPER easy test and a pencil. (I printed off a one digit addition test.), and said he had 10 seconds to finish. After a few seconds, I started “yelling” at him saying things like, ”This should be easy! Why have you not started? You should be done by now!” After the point was made, I asked the volunteer how he felt right then (frustrated/ agitated, etc). I asked the class why he was struggling to take such an easy test, and what would make it easier? I then explained that it’s nearly impossible to do well at school when you are holding onto so many rocks. The school counselor (me!) can help them handle all of their rocks. I told them again that even the strongest people will need help at times. From here, I transitioned to the specific services offered to students (Groups, classroom, individual, school programs, etc), and how to get in touch with me if they did need to talk about something. I also used this time to discuss any questions that we had not already covered from their index cards. String: I gave each person a piece of string. I told them that the object was to tie a knot in the middle of the string. The rules are that once they pick up the string, their fingers become "superglued" to the ends of the string- they can't switch fingers. There can NOT already be a knot in the string when picking it up, they can NOT cut the string, and the knot can NOT be on the outside of the string (tying the ends together). I then quickly added that "it's okay to ask for help, BUT it is possible to do. It CAN be done." I let the students struggle with it for a while, repeated the instructions several times, and waited for the first person to ask me for help. Once they asked for help, I motioned for them to follow me to a hidden area of the class, and explained the trick to them. (Cross your arms into a "knot" so that one hand pops up through the hole in your arms. Grab each end of the string while arms are crossed. Uncross arms, and you should have a knot.) Make sure you try this first before doing it with kids so you know how!! I explained to a handful of the students, before others started to catch on. From this point, I let those I had helped teach others in the class how to do it. I told the class that the point of the exercise is that it's okay to ask for help! Even the strongest people... (will need help at times!) (Purchase the lesson plan and worksheets from my TPT store!)
Using props in school counseling lessons is a cost-effective way to make lessons memorable and engaging. School counseling props are the perfect way to make a concept come to life and reach students. Jodi from The School Counselor Is In uses props to create creative school counseling lessons.
A Jar Full of Feelings is a visual sensory regulation activity to help children recognize and respond appropriately to their feelings.
One of the things I've gotten fairly established at this point is my first session of individual counseling with students. Here's 4 of my go to activities.
This elementary school small group counseling program promotes positive girl relationships! Teach your students about positive communities that value inclusiveness, diversity, and empowerment to transform the girl community in your school! As your students learn to unlock the Girl CODE, they will practice showing compassion, reframe pessimistic or negative views to build an attitude of optimism, embrace diversity, and explore actions that empower girls! What's included: ⇢2 student self-rating forms ⇢teacher rating form ⇢objectives assessment checklist ⇢8 scripted lesson plans with objectives, outline, materials list, & ASCA standards alignement ⇢all necessary handouts ⇢vibrant visual aids in color and black/white ⇢40+ page student workbook to encourage actionable steps during the week ⇢hands-on activities ⇢meaningful discussions
Spice up your classroom guidance and small group counseling activities with these fun St. Patrick's Day counseling activities! explore friendship, luck, goal setting, cooperation and mindfulness with a seasonal flair.
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A Lesson About Rumors and Gossip is the perfect lesson for teaching the difference between rumors and gossip, how gossip is hurtful, and how you can help. It contains: ✔ Lesson Plan ✔ ASCA standards ✔ Rumors versus Gossip Poster ✔ 5 Tips to Stop Gossip Poster ✔ Warm Up Cards ✔ Gossip Is It On Purpose Or Accident Worksheet ✔ Gossip Is It On Purpose Or Accident Tally Recording Sheet This lesson is also part of the December Counseling Bundle which contains 4 great lessons and games at a discounted price. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Once you have purchased this resource don't forget to come back and leave feedback to help you gain some TpT credits! If you want to keep up to date with my sales, new resources, freebies and so much more click the green ★ next to my store name! What are TpT Credits? You can gain TpT credits by going back and leaving feedback on any purchases that you have made. The credits build up and then you can use them off future purchases - from any seller on TpT!
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On a limited budget, need to know the absolute must haves for an elementary school counselor? Here's the list of my favorite tools and resources.
The ultimate school counselor supply list to stock your office with school counseling supplies for a packed school year. Books, crafts, prizes.
Help kids who worry track their experiences and look for patterns to drive your counseling sessions and build worry battling calming skills!
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This is a great analogy for kids to think about and discuss for emotional control - an "emotional remote control" just like you use for the TV.
This is a work of fiction about two lonely people searching for paradise by a very experienced marriage counselor.\nTwo lonely people have a chance encounter which leads them to love and adventure in the Middle East. In their quest to find happiness they face peril and adventure that threatens their lives in Petra and Israel. They face terrorists and Bedouin tribes that transport them to another world. The book's author is by a very experienced marriage counselor.
Do you need a new way to provide students with hands-on interactive activities? Try a lap book! This Empathy Lap Book gives students the chance to explore why empathy is important, how to be empathetic, and practice identifying how others are feeling and responding with empathy! These lap books are great for small group or individual counseling. Make one book for your office and laminate the lap book elements so students can write with dry erase markers or let students make their own lap books! Lap book download includes color and black/white printing option with instructions and pictures of a fully assembled product. **This lap book is included in my lap book bundle!** You may also be interested in my other lap books! Keep in touch: Counselor Keri on Pinterest Counselor Keri on Twitter Counselor Keri Blog Counselor Keri on Facebook Counselor Keri on Instagram: @counselorkeri [email protected] Terms Copyright © Counselor Keri, Keri Powers Pye. All rights reserved by author. This product is to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher, classroom, department, school, or school system is prohibited. This product may not be distributed or displayed digitally for public view. Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Clipart and elements found in this PDF are copyrighted and cannot be extracted and used outside of this file without permission or license. Intended for classroom and personal use ONLY. See product file for clip-art and font credits.
Children's books for Zones of Regulation and books that support self-regulation skills in kids.
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How do you introduce the school counselor's role? An introduction to staff and students helps avoid confusion and gains support for your counseling program.
Feelings thermometers or scales are an essential tool in your counseling office. I can't think of something else I reached for or referenced more often with students. They are reusable, research-based tools that help kids put a situation in perspective, build self-awareness, develop a self-management plan, and connect thoughts, feelings, and actions. Phew, talk about
