Tips for Teaching Feelings Identification for Elementary School Counselors
When children can say, “I feel nervous because I have a spelling test,” instead of acting out, it’s a game-changer. Am I right?! Understanding and
Hey y’all! Thanks so much for stopping by. My name is Laura and I am an Elementary School Counselor turned Curriculum Writer. At my precious school in Nashville, TN, 97% of my students were living in …
When children can say, “I feel nervous because I have a spelling test,” instead of acting out, it’s a game-changer. Am I right?! Understanding and
If you were to ask your students: “What is mental health?” or “How do you take care of your brain?” How many of them could
Goal-setting is an essential life skill, and what better time to start than in elementary school? Teaching kids how to set and achieve goals not
Teaching diversity and acceptance to little learners is essential for building a safe, inclusive, and compassionate school community. When children learn to celebrate differences, embrace
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday to weave in social-emotional learning. Gratitude is a valuable quality to nurture year-round, but the holiday season is the perfect
From online gaming to social media to YouTube, kids are hooked on technology more than ever before. Don’t get me wrong, technology has its benefits!
Teaching social-emotional learning (SEL) to PreK students is, arguably, even more important than academics! But, doing so can be intimidating for elementary school counselors with
Calm down sensory bottles are soothing, visual tools designed to help kids cope with BIG feelings. The slow, mesmerizing motion of the contents inside calms
Teaching mindfulness is a powerful way to nurture elementary students’ emotional intelligence, resilience, and overall well-being. By starting small with engaging activities, high-quality visuals, fun
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, mindfulness has emerged as a powerful tool to help us manage stress, improve focus, and foster emotional
As a school counselor, one of our key roles is to equip students with social-emotional skills, and self-control is one of the most important! Self-control
As elementary school counselors, our job is to equip students with essential social-emotional skills that serve them in school and beyond. The growth of self-control