Student Name Tags

Cut out along the dotted lines and place these on your desk so classmates can learn your name.

Collaborative Helping Hands Art Guide

Objective:
Students will create a collaborative art piece that celebrates community, practices fine-motor skills, and reinforces each child’s name recognition and the counselor routines.

Materials:

• Collaborative Poster Paper (large sheet or butcher paper)
• Assorted Color Markers
• Colored Sticker Dots
• Scissors (for counselor use only)
• Masking tape (to hang finished piece)

Prep (5 minutes):

• Lay the poster paper flat on a table or the floor.
• Scatter markers and sticker dots within easy reach.
• Write a title at the top of the poster, e.g., “Our Helping Hands”.
• Prepare a sample hand tracing with your own sticker dot name to model.

Step-by-Step Instructions (15 minutes)

1. Introduction (2 minutes):
   • Gather students around the poster.
   • Explain: “Today we’ll trace our hands, decorate them, and build a big community of Helping Hands.”
2. Demonstration (2 minutes):
   • Place your hand on the paper, trace it, write your name on a dot, and stick it in the tracing.
   • Add a small drawing or color to show them how creative they can be.
3. Hand Tracing (5 minutes):
   • Invite one student at a time to place their hand on the paper and trace it using a marker.
   • Give each student one sticker dot to write their name and place it inside their traced hand.
4. Decoration & Personalization (4 minutes):
   • Encourage students to use markers to add designs (e.g., patterns on the hand, little drawings around it).
   • Play soft background music or counselor’s favorite song to set a creative mood.
5. Assembly & Display (2 minutes):
   • Once all tracings are complete, step back and admire the piece with the class.
   • Use masking tape to hang the poster in the hallway or in the counseling office.

Facilitation Tips

• Praise each child by name as they contribute to reinforce name recognition.
• If a student is finished early, invite them to help another peer with coloring or to brainstorm design ideas.
• Use this time to circulate, chat individually, and build rapport.

Reflection Questions (5 minutes)

• “How did it feel to see all our hands together?”
  
  
  
• “What did you enjoy about decorating your hand?”
  
  
  
• “How does our Helping Hands poster show we can work together?”
  
  
  
• “When you need help at school, remember our hands are here to support one another!”
  
  
  

Name Toss Beanbag Activity

Objective:
Students will learn and practice saying each other’s names, build listening skills, and warm up for circle time routines.

Materials:

• Name Toss Beanbag

Setup (2 minutes):

• Have students sit in a circle on the carpet.
• Remind students to hold the beanbag with two fingers and toss gently at eye level.

Instructions (5 minutes):

1. Model the Game: Counselor holds the beanbag, says, “I’m Mrs. Garcia,” and gently tosses it to a student.
2. Student Turn: The student catches the beanbag, says, “My name is ___,” then tosses to another classmate.
3. Continue Around: Keep going until every student has caught the beanbag, said their name, and tossed it onward.

Facilitation Tips:

• Use eye contact and a clear, loud voice when stating names.
• If a student is shy or unsure, prompt them quietly with their name or let them pass and come back later.
• Celebrate each turn with positive feedback (e.g., “Great job, Alex!”).
• Monitor safe tossing: remind students to stay seated and pass gently.

Time: 5 minutes

Reflection Rubric

Use this rubric to assess students’ end-of-lesson reflections on what they learned about the counselor and classroom routines.

Scoring Scale
• 4 – Exemplary
• 3 – Proficient
• 2 – Developing
• 1 – Beginning

Instructions for Use

• After the “Reflection & Closing” activity, use this rubric to note each student’s performance.
• Circle or record the score for each criterion.
• Provide one specific comment to reinforce strengths or guide improvement.

Example Comment: “Great job, Maya! You explained how the counselor listens and helps solve problems, and you spoke very clearly.”

Counselor Routine Chart

When you need to see the school counselor, follow these steps:

1. Raise Your Hand
If you need help, quietly raise your hand in class.

2. Ask Your Teacher
Politely tell your teacher that you need to go see the counselor.

3. Wait Quietly
Sit or stand calmly at your desk or by the door until the counselor is ready for you.

4. Walk Calmly to the Office
When the counselor calls your name, walk slowly and quietly to the counseling office.

Remember:

• Use a quiet voice.
• Keep your hands to yourself.
• Be patient and respectful.

Following these steps helps everyone know how to get support when they need it!