• Talking to Yourself about Being Responsible

    • Topics
      Classroom Issues, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To learn about and practice positive self-talk when taking responsibility for your belongings.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A1 Improve Academic Self-Concept, A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:A3 Achieve School Success
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Story Problem Checklist

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Self-Injury, Stress
    • Objective

      A checklist of story writing characteristics which might indicate undetected problems or issues that should be addressed further.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Renew and Share the Earth’s Bounty

    • Topics
      Critical Thinking, Health Issues
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about preserving the earth by learning about organic farming and starting a community garden; to consider ways to promote the value of eating less popular vegetables.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Opening Doors to Achievement

    • Topics
      Career Exploration, Critical Thinking, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To increase problem-solving skills by gathering knowledge and experience in confronting obstacles.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:B1 Improve Learning
    • Number of pages
      3

  • One Step at a Time

    • Topics
      Career Exploration, Critical Thinking, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To gain an understanding regarding the importance of short-term goals in meeting long-term goals.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:B1 Improve Learning
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Once Again, Please

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Goals, Learning Disabilities, Study Skills
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Effects of Emotional Abuse

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Parent Training, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Self-Injury, Stress
    • Objective

      To raise awareness about the effects of being exposed to emotional abuse.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Adult, High School, Middle School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4

  • Staircase to Termination

    • Topics
      Communication, Critical Thinking, Goals, Recovery, Relationships, Time Management
    • Objective

      A form to help children understand and prepare for the short-term timeline of therapy, and track the number of sessions left before termination of therapy.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:B2 Plan to Achieve Goals
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Simon’s Success

    • Topics
      Character Education, Goals, Motivation, Social Skills, Study Skills
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about the value of being responsible, and demonstrating qualities reflecting good citizenship through storytelling.

    • Types of Tools
      Handout
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A1 Improve Academic Self-Concept, A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:A3 Achieve School Success
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Reinforcers

    • Topics
      Behavior Management, Critical Thinking, Goals, Motivation, Parent Training, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about using external and internal reinforcers as motivation to achieve a desired task.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Assessment, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      3