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
Social Emotional Learning
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
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
School Counselor Self-Care: 5 Essential Ways to Renew Your Energy and Avoid Burnout
As elementary school counselors, we spend our days helping students navigate challenges, build resilience, manage emotions, and develop the skills
The Science of Encouragement: What Elementary School Counselors Need to Know About Positive and Negative Comments
Elementary school counselors play a critical role in shaping school climate, supporting student growth, and helping children develop the social-emotional
Caring for the Caregiver: Self-Care Strategies for Counselors During Stressful Times
As an elementary school counselor, you are a beacon of stability for your students, especially during times of crisis. Whether
School Counselor Conference Success: Tips for Learning, Networking, and Growth
Every year, I attend several conferences as a speaker, vendor or participant, so I’ve seen conferences from many different perspectives.
Journaling for Kids: Prompts that Build Emotional Growth and Confidence
Journaling for kids is one of the most effective and flexible tools elementary school counselors can use to support emotional
From ‘I Have to Get It Right’ to ‘I Can Try Again’: Tackling Perfectionism in Kids
Perfectionism in children is often misunderstood. At first glance, it can look like motivation, high standards, or academic excellence. But
The Power of Storytelling in Elementary Counseling: Helping Kids Learn Life Skills That Stick
Why Young Children Learn Best Through Stories Elementary school counselors are always looking for effective, developmentally appropriate ways to teach