• Prediction Task

    • Topics
      Behavior Management, Emotional Problems, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Recovery
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about a technique in which paradoxical intention is used as a way to give control back to the child to make positive behavioral changes.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Positive and Negative Self-Talk Form

    • Topics
      Critical Thinking, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To practice making positive rather than negative self-talk statements, based on self-reflection of positive experiences as a way to build self-esteem.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Organize Your Thoughts: Responsibility

    • Topics
      Character Education, Critical Thinking, Goals, Motivation, Self-Esteem, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

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

  • 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

  • My Accomplishments

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Movie Talks

    • Topics
      Character Education, Feelings, Leisure, Motivation, Relationships, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about the value of movies as a tool to evoke feelings and send positive messages to children.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Maze of Distractions

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Goals, Motivation, Self-Control, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To practice returning to and completing a task despite distractions.

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

  • Making Fears Smaller: A Fill-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Goals, Motivation, Stress
    • Objective

      To help children learn to face their fears in small steps.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • It’s Your Turn to Shine!

    • Topics
      Goals, Motivation, Parent Training, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Handout
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge
    • Number of pages
      2