Change Happens: Teaching Elementary Students How to Adapt With Confidence
Change is a natural and unavoidable part of life—and for elementary students, change happens more often than adults realize. New
Teaching Integrity in Elementary School: How Reflective Questions Build Critical Thinking and Strong Character
Integrity is one of the most important — and most teachable — social-emotional skills in elementary school. For young students,
Debunking the Biggest Myths About Self-Confidence (What Kids Really Need to Know)
Self-confidence is often talked about as if it’s something students either have or don’t have. In reality, self-confidence is a
Growing Hopeful Minds: How to Teach Optimism and Resilience
Optimism is a powerful life skill that helps children face challenges with confidence and persistence. For elementary school counselors, teaching
From “I Can’t” to “I’ll Try Again”: Growing Perseverance and Resilience
Perseverance is the engine that drives resilience. When elementary students learn to keep going when something is hard, confusing, or
Anger Has a Message: Learning to Listen
Why is it that some kids just seem angry all the time? And what is the best way to handle
Anger: Let It Go or Problem Solve?
In a previous post, I discussed anger and how it interacts with the brain. If kids are not tuned in
Teaching Integrity: A Key to Building Resilience and Strong Character
Integrity is more than telling the truth. Integrity is doing the right thing—especially when no one is watching—because it aligns
Box Breathing for Kids: A Stress-Relief Strategy Every Elementary School Counselor Should Use
Box breathing—also known as square breathing—is a simple, structured deep breathing technique designed to calm the nervous system and improve
Self-Control & Resilience: Strategies Every Elementary School Counselor Should Use
Self-control is the ability to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to make choices that align with goals rather