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 nothing else can.Read on to learn more about anxiety in children, why books are an effective resource, and 4 MUST-HAVE books to add to your school counselor ... VIEW POST
Must-Have Storybooks to Help Kids Cope with Anxiety
Helping Kids Cope with Anxiety
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 can overlook. Helping kids cope with anxiety must be a top priority!What Does Anxiety Look Like in Elementary-Aged Children?Children experience worries, fears, and ... VIEW POST
