• The Rosebush Technique

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Communication, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Stress
    • Objective

      To raise awareness about a projective imagery technique in which the child is asked to reveal a sense of himself/herself by viewing himself/herself as a rosebush with vulnerabilities and defense mechanisms.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, 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
      2

  • Assertiveness: The Bad Lunch

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Motivation, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To increase awareness about the value of speaking up about what you want, or self-advocating, as a way to connect more honestly with others.

    • Types of Tools
      Handout
    • 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

  • Caring Commitment Calendar

    • Topics
      Character Education, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

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

  • Good Citizen Award

    • Topics
      Character Education, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To recognize good citizenship in others, using computer software templates to develop award certificates.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:B1 Improve Learning, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Respect

    • Topics
      Character Education, Critical Thinking, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To reflect on the value of respect when considering people, places, and events.

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

  • Social Rules Slideshow

    • Topics
      Character Education, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To develop a slideshow using Powerpoint software that teaches the social nuances and unspoken rules of school.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Middle School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:B1 Improve Learning, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Teaching Tolerance

    • Topics
      Bullying and Cyberbullying, Character Education, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To understand, accept and respect the fact that people have different preferences.

    • 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
      2

  • Teasing Thermometer

    • Topics
      Behavior Management, Bullying and Cyberbullying, Critical Thinking, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To differentiate between friendly and hurtful teasing.

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

  • Thank You Notes

    • Topics
      Communication, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To be aware of the value of communicating thanks to others, using thank you notes.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Technique, Worksheet
    • Grades
      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

  • That’s What I like about You

    • Topics
      Communication, Motivation, Relationships, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To improve self-esteem by recognizing positive qualities in others.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      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