Who Has SKILLS?

 This week, I started my Social Skills Groups, with the help of my intern.  I have 3 first grade classrooms, 2 second grade classrooms, and 1 third grade classroom.  Each classroom is different and unique, they all work at different levels. I'm working with a diversity of students; from high ability to special needs.  All the students have a special gift in their skills, but I am here to teach more.

My intern, Ashley, came up with a monthly calendar to what topics we will cover in the group.  It is very well mapped out and keeps us on track.  We both collaborated together on what we would like to do and topics we would like to hit.  Our 2 biggest topics are MANNERS and DISABILITIES AWARENESS. 

•   Every child needs to have and learn their MANNERS.  We need to teach the children RESPECT.  They need to respect others beliefs, abilities, disabilities, and most important, they need to respect themselves.

•  Teaching and talking about disabilities is important, because helps the kids understand why kids use certain things to help them learn, speak, walk, focus, and even calm themselves down.  There are so many tools that are available to teach your students about disabilities and how to socially interact and accept our kiddos who have a difficult time.

This week was in introduction to the Social Skills Group and what plans and ideas are in store.  These are eager children, ready to start.  I have had the luxury to work with small groups daily, larger groups in 2 days or simply doing a whole class instruction.  I can't wait to see what's in store for these groups and how much the kids learn and understand the skills they need to succeed in life.

I will keep you posted on what's to come and what we've done as a group!! 

Do Your Best,
Counseling Kiddos