Mrs. BitzerMar 30, 20206 min readHelping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 *This information is from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) website. Please refer to this link to access printable...
Mrs. BitzerMar 30, 20201 min readGrowth Mindset(Lower Elementary) Read Aloud: Giraffes Can't Dance Music Video: We Can Activity: My Mindful Brain Activity: 3 Good Things (Upper...
Mrs. BitzerMar 30, 20201 min readSize of the Problem(All Students) PDF: How Big is My Problem? Activity: Gratitude Scavenger Hunt Activity: Holding on and Letting Go - Have your child trace...
Mrs. BitzerMar 30, 20201 min readCoping Skills(All Students) Animal Live Cams: Baltimore Aquarium Monterey Bay Aquarium (with calming music) Florida Bald Eagles Shark Lagoon -...
Mrs. BitzerMar 30, 20201 min readStarfish BreathingStarfish Breathing 1. Make a starfish with one hand, fingers spread wide. 2. Put the index finger from the other hand on the outer base...
Mrs. BitzerMar 29, 20201 min readStay At Home Care PacketBig Life Journal is dedicated to helping you and your children get through this unsettling period of increased shelter at home. Below you...
Mrs. BitzerMar 27, 20201 min readIdentifying Feelings(Lower Elementary) Activity: Externalize Feelings - Discuss feelings in the context of miniature toys. Which of your child’s toys...
Mrs. BitzerMar 27, 20201 min readResponding to BehaviorsResource: PBIS World General Strategies Set rules and be consistent When escalated, give your child time and space to calm down. When...
Mrs. BitzerMar 27, 20201 min readReinforcement and FeedbackVideo: Schedule Daily Check-ins Video: Praising Resource: Using Behavior Charts Activity: Reward Jar General Strategies Acknowledge...
Mrs. BitzerMar 27, 20201 min readProactive Behavior StrategiesProactive strategies help create predictability and structure. Document: Tips for Creating a Home Learning Environment Activity: Create a...