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How to Make a Fidget Bracelet with a Free Executive Functioning Planning Sheet

Whether you're a teacher, school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or a parent looking to make a fun DIY craft with kids, this DIY...

Craft

How to Write S.M.A.R.T. Social-Emotional, Behavioral Health, and Mental Health IEP & Treatment Plan Goals

If you've ever stumbled upon the term smart goals or have been wondering what that means, let me break it down for you. S.M.A.R.T. is an...

SMART Goals

Cultivating Social-Emotional Skills in the Summer: Fun Activities for Families

Summer is a season of warmth, exploration, and growth, providing many families with a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful...

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources

How to Create a Calm & Professional Therapist Instagram Feed Without Spending Hours Design

Raise your hand if you’ve ever opened Instagram, scrolled through a few therapist accounts, and thought: Wow, their feed looks so clean...

Therapist Social Media Marketing

Grit and Perseverance Videos and Activities for Kids

Perseverance is a powerful trait that can help kids overcome challenges and achieve their goals, no matter how tough things get. Teaching...

Perseverance and Grit

Spring, Easter, and St. Patrick's Day Counseling and Social Emotional Learning Activities

I live in New England, and our winters can be tough so for me, Spring is such a magnificent time of year! As soon as my crocuses start...

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources

18 Growth Mindset Books for Kids About Mistakes, Art, and The Power of Yet!

Growth mindset is a term popularized by Dr. Carol Dweck that emphasizes the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed...

Growth Mindset

Growth Mindset Videos and Activities for Kids

Having a growth mindset means that you believe that our abilities, intelligence, and talents can develop with effort, learning, and...

Growth Mindset

Valentine's Day Social Emotional Learning Activities on Self-Compassion and Kindness

February is such an exciting month for school counselors because it’s the month that both National School Counseling Week (Feb 6-10,...

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources

Resources and Activities to Celebrate National School Counseling Week (NSCW)

As school counselors, we know the importance of taking a moment to recognize, celebrate, and advocate for our profession. National School...

School Counseling Resources

Supporting Students with Winter Social-Emotional Learning Activities for Counseling and Classrooms

Winter is a season of festivity and joy and it can also be a period of unique challenges for both students and educators. You know what's...

How and Why We Should Teach Children How to Use I-Statements for Assertive Problem Solving

In order for children to be successful in life, they need to know how to communicate their feelings and solve disagreements in a healthy way

9 Tips to Help Kids Who Are Anxious About Drones

We live in a time where instant access to information is at our fingertips. If you have a question, you can ask Siri, hop on a...

Anxiety

Picture Books About Perseverance and Grit for Kids

Here is a list of the best picture books about perseverance and grit for children

Perseverance and Grit

How to Structure Group Counseling Sessions with Children

Group counseling is an excellent way to teach children foundational life skills such as maintaining healthy relationships, communication,...

IEP vs. 504 Plan: 7 Tips to Understand the Difference

Guest post by April Rehrig As a teacher or mental health worker helping kids with special needs, I know you care a lot, it’s more than...

Effective Parent Communication and 7 Tips for Having Difficult Conversations with Families

Counselors and educators, enhance parent communication with these 7 tips for handling difficult conversations.

5 Things You Should Know About Quitting

Admit it, You Are a Quitter Guest blog post by Shannon Triplett We value perseverance as a society. We tell people never give up, keep...

Fall and Halloween Sensory Bins and Dough Activities to Explore Feelings

As the crisp autumn air rolls in and the leaves begin to change color, it’s the perfect season to engage young learners in...

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources

Fun Fall Counseling and Social Emotional Learning Activities

Explore engaging fall counseling and social-emotional learning activities for Autumn, Halloween, and Thanksgiving!

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources

Progress Monitoring SMART Goals and Data Collection for School Counselors

As part of our duties as school counselors, it’s essential to set goals, and progress monitor to collect data on our students' progress....

3 High-Impact Art Therapy-Inspired Activities to Transform Anger

Guest blog post by Erica Curtis, LMFT, ATR-BC Anger is on the rise. Before a few years ago, I had never seen signs in businesses...

Email Signature Quotes for School Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers, and Other Educators

Therapists, school counselors, social workers, and psychologists play a pivotal role in nurturing the academic, emotional, and social...

Organization

Amazon Prime Day 2024 Counselor and Teacher Social Emotional Learning SEL Top Deals

Amazon Prime Day 2024 begins on Tuesday July 16, 2024 and ends on Wednesday, July 17. I've got my cart stocked up and I wanted to share...

Holidays and Seasonal SEL Resources