My Blog of Ideas

  • 10 Must-Have Things to Include in Your School Newsletter

    10 Must-Have Things to Include in Your School Newsletter

    10 Must-Have Things to Include in Your School Newsletter

  • Picture Books to Support Kids with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD, & More

    Picture Books to Support Kids with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD, & More

    Picture books have a special way of helping children feel seen, understood, and less alone. A well-chosen story can open the door to conversations about challenges that may be difficult to put into words, while also celebrating the strengths, interests, and unique perspectives of every child. In this post, I’m sharing picture books that can…

  • 9 Nature-Based Ideas for Educators: Simple Ways to Bring Nature Into Your Classroom

    9 Nature-Based Ideas for Educators: Simple Ways to Bring Nature Into Your Classroom

    What if we stopped thinking of nature as something that happens during recess, field trips, or the occasional outdoor lesson—and started thinking of it as part of the learning environment? I am a big believer in getting kids outside whenever we can. Nature gives children opportunities to move, notice, wonder, explore, problem-solve, create, and connect…

  • hosting a school wide book swap

    The Who, What, Where, When & Why of Hosting a School Book Swap

    Why I Love a School Book Swap Hosting a book swap has become one of my favorite school-wide events to promote literacy, foster a sense of community, and just to see kids smile: There are few things I love more than sending students home with a book they chose themselves. A school book swap is…

  • rethinking small groups

    Rethinking Small Groups: 5 Approaches That Have Worked for Me

    Recently, someone asked me for ideas for running small groups, and it got me thinking about all the different ways I’ve used groups over the years. When many of us picture a small group, we think of a counselor-led intervention that meets once a week for 30 minutes and follows a structured curriculum. There’s certainly…

  • Bridging the Gap Between Counseling and the Classroom

    From the Counseling Office to the Classroom: Helping Students Generalize Skills

    In my latest blog post, I’m sharing five strategies that help students generalize skills across settings, including partnering with teachers, using visual supports, involving caregivers, reinforcing skill use, and gradually transitioning support. Read the full post to discover practical ways to help students move from practicing skills to actually using them when it matters most.

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