School Counseling Topics by Grade

**Some topics may not be taught to all age groups. Younger grades in particular may spend more time on foundations of cooperation rather than learning about a topic like "civil debate." **

Pre K: 

Identifying emotions and guessing what is happening in social situations using pictures (using Second Step). Later in the year, PreK 4 also practices group songs and dances to practice social skills in group situations. 

Kindergarten: 

Active listening, Hurt Feelings, Sexual Abuse Prevention, Playing fair, Zones of Regulation, Empathy, Focusing Attention, Being a good friend, Identity, Kindness, Emotional Expression, Dealing with frustration, Positive thinking, Sharing toys, Careers, Confidence, Self-regualtion, Teamwork, Relaxation and Mindfulness, 

1st Grade: 

Kindness, Sexual Abuse Prevention, Self-control, zones of regulation, optimism, identifying emotions in self and others, mindfulness, identity, recognizing fear, diversity, gratitude, Persistence, Decision-making, thinking about the future, empathy, inclusion, handling disappointment, understanding physical boundaries, consent, showing care, healthy bodies, yoga, being helpful, expressing thanks. 

2nd Grade:

Restorative circles, recognizing emotions in self and others, positive thinking, blame, bullying prevention, problem-solving, worry, sexual abuse prevention, identity, gender, disabilities, being different, dealing with frustration, getting help, activism, strategies for anger, careers, teamwork, self-talk, sadness, cultural traditions, managing feelings, friendship, birth order, stress relief, journaling, grief. 

I team: 

Consensus, Perspective, Personality, Body Positivity, Bullying Prevention, Problem-solving, identity, sexual abuse prevention, understanding the immigrant experience, understanding the Native American experience, Brain development, self-care, STEM careers, diversity, values, compassion, community traditions, managing strong emotions, Decision-making, Public safety, test anxiety, brain storming, mental illness, making a difference, puberty, neurodiversity, peer pressure, hope. 

Upper Unit: 

Agreement, Restorative justice, Ripple effects of personal action, repairing harm, maintaining community, careers, harassment, Suicide awareness, racism, rumors and gossip, activism, communicating with adults, mindfulness, peer pressure, respectful listening, self-reflection, puberty, sexual abuse prevention.