Supporting Sensitive Topics: Picture Books for Navigating Childhood Challenges
Books for Navigating Childhood Challenges
I’m Laura, a school counselor with more than 15 years of experience. In 2017, I was honored with the title of Elementary Tennessee School Counselor of the Year.
My passion is to foster empathy among children through the use of picture books. My therapy dog, Boss, has inspired me to continue his legacy and share just how powerful and “pawsitive” animal-assisted therapy can be.
School would be the “pits” without you!
My Books
Follow along with Brooklyn—and her puppy, Boss—to learn about focus, perseverance, and the power of understanding your brain.
My Brain Is Like a Puppy, written for children ages 4 to 8, uses rhyme and humor to teach young readers about their brains, how to navigate challenges, and the power of perseverance, compassion, understanding, and empathy.
A ready-to-use small group counseling curriculum to help PK-3 students overcome separation anxiety and build confidence and independence at school.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Six Complete Lessons with ASCA® standards
- Comprehensive Action Plan
- Permission and Completion Letters to send to caregivers
- Attendance Logs
- Pre- and Post-Assessments for program effectiveness
- Results Report to share with interested parties
This workbook will equip you with everything you need to do just that! Teach crucial skills like planning, time management, and goal setting in thirty-minute lessons for small group instruction in grades 2-9. It’s flexible, adaptable, and requires minimal prep time!
Inside, you’ll find:
Results Report to share with interested parties
10 Complete Lessons with ASCA® standards
Comprehensive Action Plan
Permission and Completion Letters to send to caregivers
Attendance Logs
Pre- and Post-Assessments for program effectiveness
What are you looking for?
Great ideas, tips and tricks?
A great picture book?
A small group curriculum or book companion?
Want to see where I am speaking next or want me to come to you?
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The Ruff Guide for School Counselors 🐾
Your month-by-month roadmap for meaningful counseling lessons, creative programming ideas, book recommendations, and practical strategies for the entire school year.
Stop scrambling for ideas. The Ruff Guide helps you plan ahead with engaging lessons, seasonal activities, read-aloud suggestions, and school counseling ideas designed to make your year easier.
What’s Inside:
✔ Monthly lesson ideas from August to June
✔ Book recommendations connected to counseling topics
✔ Seasonal programming ideas for your counseling program
✔ Classroom lesson inspiration
✔ Creative activities you can use right away
✔ Tips to help you stay organized all year long
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