The Strong-Willed Child
The Strong-Willed Child In a favorite comic strip, a little boy tells his Dad, “You’ll never be as smart as me Dad. Back when God built your brain…he was using older technology.” Pretty clever, huh? Probably hits home for many adults who rely on younger children to tweak their websites, blog posts and download all…
Read MoreThree Ways to Support Shy Kids
How to Support Shy Kids Recently at an outdoor concert, I watched a self-assured young boy spot twin girls playing nearby, walk up to them and ask, “Can I play with you?” He was quickly assimilated into the group and soon the three of them were happily playing together although they were never formerly introduced…
Read MoreBuilding Bridges: Fostering Friendships Through Role-Play
Friendships are a crucial part of childhood, offering emotional support, opportunities for social learning, and a sense of belonging. As elementary school counselors, you play a vital role in helping students develop the necessary social skills to make and maintain friendships. One of the best ways to do this is through role-play either in a…
Read MoreIntrovert or Extrovert?
What is the Difference? When I teach training groups on temperament, one question that often comes up is how to best teach and encourage a child who is reserved or introverted. . Often extroverted parents or educators feel that they need to help introverts become more outgoing and get more involved in a social network.…
Read MoreCreating Engaging Lessons: Best Practices for Elementary School Counselors
Crafting engaging and interactive lessons for young elementary age students is both an art and a science. As counselors, we have the unique opportunity to captivate young minds, instill valuable lessons, and foster a love for learning. Here are four best practices for creating dynamic lessons while avoiding common mistakes. Creating an Engaging Lesson: Set…
Read MoreTen Secrets to Effective Parent Communication
Communicating Effectively with Parents As the school year begins, an important part of starting school for every counselor is establishing communication with parents. This is especially true in the younger years but even in later years, counselors have a responsibility to keep parents informed. I know you probably got into this field because you enjoy…
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