From Crayons to Classrooms: Easing the Kindergarten Transition

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Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for children and their parents. As an elementary school counselor, you’re in a unique position to support families during this exciting and sometimes emotional transition. When parents are equipped with the right tools, they can help their children start school with confidence, resilience, and curiosity. As the school counselor in…

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Growing Strong: Four Characteristics of Resilient Children

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It is a rare individual who does not encounter  disappointments and difficulties during their childhood years. As counselors, we have the privilege of nurturing tomorrow’s leaders and helping them develop courage and resilience in order to handle these difficulties. Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity, overcome obstacles, and adapt positively to life’s…

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Teaching children to have courage

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What is the meaning of courage? In her book, The Gifts of Imperfection, Brene Brown identifies the three cornerstones of whole hearted living:  courage, compassion and connection.  Wouldn’t we all  love to encourage these qualities in our children? The word courage comes from the the Latin word, “cor” which means heart.  Today courage is usually associated…

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