Friendship Self Control Lesson Plan
A comprehensive 8-session lesson plan for a first-grade counseling group, focusing on self-control and friendship using Kelso's Wheel of Choices. Includes a structured 30-minute instructional sequence with games, discussions, and a creative craft activity.
Kelso Choices Discussion Guide
A guided discussion tool for counselors to facilitate conversations about self-control and Kelso's Wheel of Choices. Includes specific prompts, facilitation notes, and reflection spaces for group interactions.
Friendship Self Control Worksheet
A student-facing worksheet for first graders to identify self-control strategies and illustrate themselves using Kelso's Wheel of Choices. Designed with large handwriting lines and a clear drawing area.
Friendship Self Control Story
A charming short story about Benny Bear, illustrating how using self-control and waiting patiently (a Kelso Choice) leads to better friendships. Ideal for read-alouds or guided reading in a 1st-grade counseling setting.
Self Control Friendship Exit Ticket
A quick check-for-understanding assessment with two multiple-choice questions about self-control and friendship skills. Doubled on one page for easy printing and distribution.
Kelso Choices Scenario Cards
A set of printable "Kelso's Choices" cards featuring common playground scenarios and appropriate choices for students to practice decision-making and self-control. Pairs well with a group game activity.
Rainbow Fish Discussion Guide
A discussion guide for 'The Rainbow Fish' book, focusing on sharing and friendship. Includes teacher-facing prompts and focus areas to help first graders relate the story to their own social-emotional development.
Parent Friendship Handout
A professional and friendly handout for parents, detailing the objectives of the counseling group and offering actionable tips for supporting social-emotional learning at home. Includes alignment with ASCA standards.
