Children Learn Best Through Story
A one-stop resource for elementary school counselors with picture books and ready-to-go lesson plans that children will love.
Do your students struggle with self-confidence,
making friends, or coping with failure?
Being an elementary school counselor can be overwhelming:
So many children with so many different problems: anxiety, friendship, bullying, academic struggles, lack of self-confidence, lack of self-control… How do you create lessons that address so many problems?
So little time for researching the best practices and best way to engage children. Who has time to read all the current books and research when you have such a demanding job?
So few lesson plans with flexibility. How do you adjust a lesson to teach different ages and different mindsets?
Without an overall plan, counselors are constantly putting out fires rather than helping students develop the skills they need to thrive.
I understand.
As a school counselor for twenty years, I helped hundreds of students solve many of the same problems they experience today. My goal is to provide grab and go lessons that teach important life skills like empathy, growth mindset, mindfulness, and organizational skills all through the magic of story. All the lessons are aligned with ASCA standards while engaging students with meaningful story themes and activities.
You have an important job to do as you nurture and grow tomorrow's leaders. Wyatt the Wonder Dog Books and Lesson Plan series can help.
Lynne Watts, Author
"Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Teamwork, is another great example of helping kids improve their social skills. It teaches kids the power of working together and how much better we are when we work as a community"
Dialogue
Promotes meaningful conversations with discussion questions
Connection
Develops bonds and teaches social emotional skills
Application
Includes age-appropriate activities in every book and lesson
Picture Books
(Stories to Learn By)
(Stories to Learn By)
Children learn best through story and all the Wyatt the Wonder Dog picture books are ready made lessons on social skills and emotional learning with discussion questions and an activity in the back.
Kits and Curriculum
Resources
Resources
Wyatt the Wonder Dog Kits and Curriculum Resources are designed to help busy elementary school counselors nurture tomorrow's leaders with powerful lesson plans and fun activities that engage young students.
Free Resources
Teaching Kids to Cope
Give kids the skills to cope in today's world. Anxiety is a ongoing concern with kids today. These 9 skills will teach kids how to deal with anxiety and much more.
About Wyatt the Wonder Dog
Meet Wyatt... a dog who wonders about everything
My name is Wyatt - they call me The Wonder Dog because I wonder about everything.
Like your students, I have a hard time sitting still and listening. I have to practice really hard on this.
I’d love to get to know you and learn how I can help your students. If you'll grab a dog treat and click the button, I'll tell you more!
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Wyatt The Wonder Dog Books
by Lynne Watts
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What People Say About The Wyatt Books
kind words from educators, parents, and kids!
"Going to kindergarten is a milestone for everyone and the beginning of the year is usually filled with excitement and angst. Wyatt the Wonder Dog addresses the typical concerns that most children have in a sweet and relatable way. Kindergarten really is fun!"
"Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Teamwork is another great example of helping kids improve their social skills. It teaches kids the power of working together and how much better we are when we work as a community"
"[Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Mindset] This book is funny! It's dogs doing things that only people do! I learned to try new things."
Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Giving is a delightful book that teaches kids (and reminds adults, as well) that generosity is possible no matter how old, young, rich or poor we are. This is a powerful message and an engaging story that every child will love.
~Jen McDonough, author of Living Beyond Rich
Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Friendship teaches not only friendship and making connections, but also how to become successful at problem solving. Great for school counselors, teachers and families. Bravo!
Sharissa Shatten~ School Counselor
Feeling left out? Need help getting along with friends? Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Cooperation weaves important life skills into engaging story telling. Join Wyatt as he learns how to be the superhero in his group of friends by using cooperation and compromise.
~MaryFrances Gonzalez MACCCSLP
Have you ever had a friend that did some things that you disagreed with? Wyatt does and he doesn't know what to do about it. Join Wyatt as he learns that being honest with his friend is the best and only way to solve the problem. A great story!
~Lynn Hughes M.Ed. school counselor
If you've ever lost your lunch money or misplaced your favorite toy, you can relate to Wyatt the Wonder Dog. This adorable story offers simple, helpful ideas that kids and parents can use to make life less stressful and more fun!
~Erin K. Casey, author
Angelene loves her nightly reading session with her dad. She has really gotten into the Wyatt books to the point that she finds one, gets excited, puts it next to her reading spot and waits to show her daddy each evening. I love every moment of listening to Warren and Angelene read through the stories, discuss them, and go through the questions. These are a great tool for any child but especially one that struggles with behavioral issues.
You are so gifted! Thank you for sharing your gift with others!
- Yvonne, Warren and Angelene
