Anxiety is on the rise in school-age children, and more and more students are coming to their school counselor for anxiety support. To help kids manage these big feelings, storybooks are my go-to therapeutic tool. They help children feel “not-so alone” in their experiences, teach practical skills, and relate to them on their level like […]
Did you know that 1 in 7 children have been abused or neglected in the past year? And for every report made related to child abuse or neglect, it is estimated that there are 2 more incidents that go unreported? With four children dying each day in the United States due to child abuse or […]
Childhood trauma is more prevalent than most expect. According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative, greater than 65% of children report at least one traumatic event by the time they turn 16 years old. Trauma can have a lasting impact on the brain, as well as the social, emotional, and academic development and well-being […]
Did you know that approximately 9.2% of children have anxiety? This is a 27% increase from years before 2016 (Lebrun-Harris, 2022). What does this mean for you as a school counselor or classroom teacher? In a school of 500 students, there will be around 50 students experiencing anxiety. This is NOT a number that educators […]
It’s almost that time of year. The one that students, teachers, and administrators dread. The couple of weeks when nothing else seems to matter, and everything gets put on hold. Educators, you know what I’m talking about. TESTING SEASON! Standardized tests can make even the most calm, cool, and collected students and teachers feel on […]
School counselors who have been dreading teaching career awareness…I have good news for you! Teaching career exploration does NOT have to be boring! With the right story books and resources, it’s actually super engaging and fun! As you know, college and career readiness is one of our three main areas of focus as school counselors. […]
