• Discussion and Identification of Rumor Spreading

    • Topics
      Cliques, Communication, Social Skills
    • Objective

      Children and teens learn how rumors are spread, how hurtful they can be, and how to take action to prevent the spreading of rumors.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      5

  • Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Assertiveness, Self-Control, Stress
    • Objective

      To recognize the difference between major life stressors and everyday hassles that cause stress.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Effective Communication: Resolving Family Conflicts

    • Topics
      Communication, Conflict Resolution, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To learn how to communicate effectively with family members using specific strategies.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult, Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Encouraging a Child to Initiate a Time-out

    • Topics
      Parent Training
    • Objective

      A form for parents that explores the concept of teaching children to self-initiate a time-out.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Family Meetings

    • Topics
      Communication, Parent Training, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To raise awareness about how family meetings can help family members work out their differences.

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

  • Fishing to Feel Good

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Leisure, Stress
    • Objective

      To introduce coping strategies for dealing with daily stressors.

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

  • Giving Gifts

    • Topics
      Asperger's Syndrome, Autism Spectrum, Self-Esteem, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To build self-esteem by considering the reward of giving a gift.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Giving to Others

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Character Education, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about the value of giving appropriately to others.

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

  • Goal Setting Practice Sheet

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem, Study Skills
    • Objective

      To practice the act of goal setting.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Assessment, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, 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
      3

  • Goal Setting: Realistic & Measurable

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Goals, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem, Study Skills
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about goals and benefits of goal setting.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Assessment, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle 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