• Initiating a Conversation

    • Topics
      Asperger's Syndrome, Autism Spectrum, Communication, Social Skills
    • Objective

      Children and teens learn important skills that will help them initiate conversations with others in a way that is respectful and competent.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Discussion, Handout
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Learning About Each Other

    • Topics
      Self-Esteem, Social Skills
    • Objective

      Students get to know each other by asking questions and listening to responses.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Lend a Helping Hand

    • Topics
      Character Education
    • Objective

      To consider ways of helping those in need, to empathize with a resident of a shelter.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Middle School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Letting My Feelings Out

    • Topics
      Communication, Feelings
    • Objective

      Students identify healthy ways to express their feelings.

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

  • My Feelings

    • Topics
      Communication, Feelings
    • Objective

      Students work together to understand and share feelings.

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

  • My Positive Qualities

    • Topics
      Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      Students learn to acknowledge their personal strengths.

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

  • Reaction Techniques to Prevent Rumor Spreading

    • Topics
      Cliques, Communication, Social Skills
    • Objective

      Children and teens learn and practice specific techniques for stopping rumors from spreading.

    • 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
      3

  • Relationships and Gender Identity (For Girls Only)

    • Topics
      Relationships, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      This activity asks female students to examine the role of women and perception of self in society.

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

  • Saying What You Feel

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

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary 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

  • Sticks and Stones

    • Topics
      Character Education, Communication, Feelings, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To help students understand the effects of name-calling and the reasons behind it.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2