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The 3 Learning Styles
This week, I am working with my fourth grade friends for the first time this school year. Over the years, I have incorporated the learning styles into individual school counseling and in my small groups for academic advisement. This year,…
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Teaching Children About Self-Expression
I recently found an adorable book about self-expression called Unique Monique written by Maria Rousaki. I’m sure you have an idea of why Monique is unique just by looking at the cover. However, her large, red glasses are not her…
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12 Ways to Manage Anger
A common issue I deal with in my school counseling program is assisting students with anger management difficulties. I discuss this issue with all students, Kindergarten through fifth grade. I know you have all heard different anger management tips and…
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A Very Respectful Foldable
I have continued to spend time thinking about how to use foldables in my school counseling program. I teach students about a different character trait each month during classroom guidance at my school. My latest idea is this four flapped…
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Character Trait Review
My school district has adopted eight character traits. Each month, we focus on one trait. As I visit students during classroom guidance, we talk about the trait of the month. Students take turns sharing examples of how they have shown…
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8 Tips New Test Takers Should Know
I was determined to find a new way to review test taking tips with our third graders this school year. As everyone knows, this is their first year taking the “Big Test.” In the past, I have worked with third…