Stop–Think–Choose: A Simple Impulse Control Strategy for Elementary Students
Have you ever watched a student react to a situation almost before they had time to think about what they
Better Behavior Plans: A Guide for School Counselors
I once was counseling the parents of a child who didn’t want to come to school. After investigating the situation
Healthy Friendships: Boundaries Every Child Should Know
Children sometimes think being a good friend means always saying yes, always playing together, or never disagreeing. Healthy friendships don’t
Friendship Problems? 7 Skills Kids Need to Solve Conflicts
“I don’t want to be his friend anymore!” School counselors hear this statement regularly. Friendship problems are a normal part
How to Make Friends: 3 Simple Skills Every Child Needs
For some children, making friends seems easy. For others, walking up to another child and saying “Can I play?” can
Everyone Belongs: 10 Ways Kids Can Be a Belonging Builder
A child can be surrounded by classmates and still feel completely alone. Creating a sense of belonging requires more than
The Friendship Formula: 7 Qualities of a Great Friend
Every child wants to have friends, but children aren’t automatically born knowing how to be a good friend. Friendship is
Creating a Culture of Creativity at School
Teaching creative thinking shouldn’t be limited to one counseling lesson. Schools can create an environment where creativity is encouraged every
Teaching Kids to Think Creatively: 7 Strategies for Elementary School Counselors
Fortunately, creative thinking is not a skill reserved for naturally artistic or imaginative children. It can be practiced and strengthened.
Think Outside the Box: Teaching Creative Thinking Skills to Elementary Students
In a world filled with artificial intelligence, smartphones, search engines, streaming entertainment, and instant answers, teaching kids to think creatively