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Practical advice and inspiration for teaching social-emotional skills in the classroom and at home. Empowering students to build grit, resolve conflicts, and thrive.
Calm in the Chaos: Strategies for Supporting an Upset Student
Whether it’s a playground conflict, academic frustration, or something happening at home, elementary students can ...
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Teach Girls Bravery not Perfection
Reshma Saujani is a woman with a mission. She is on a campaign to change ...
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Resilience: Helping Students Thrive Through Challenges
What does a student do when faced with a challenging situation? Give Up Find an ...
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Building Self Esteem the Growth Mindset Way
Back in the day when I was a kid, (which I admit was long, long ...
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Growing Self-Esteem in Schools: Simple Ways Counselors Can Make a Difference
What is Positive Self-Esteem? Positive self-esteem is a child’s belief in their own worth, abilities, ...
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When Good Isn’t Good Enough: Supporting the Perfectionistic Child
Do you know a child who is a perfectionist? Do they put more pressure on ...
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Words Matter: What Not to Say to an Anxious Child
Before Covid-19, anxiety was on the rise, however, the pandemic has made for a significant ...
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From Crayons to Classrooms: Easing the Kindergarten Transition
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for children and their parents. As an elementary school counselor, ...
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One Counselor, Many Hats: Navigating Solo Counseling in Elementary Schools
It’s tough being the only counselor in a school. There can be lots of issues. ...
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