1. Mrs. Blake 5 th Grade Counseling Lesson January 2015

2.  Develop positive attitudes toward self as a unique and worthy person (PS:A1.1)  Identify and express feelings (PS:A1.5)  Identify personal strengths and assets (PS:A1.10)  Recognize, accept, respect, and appreciate individual differences (PS:A2.4)  I can think positively about myself and see myself as a unique and worthy person.  I can identify and express feelings I have about myself.  I can make a list of my strengths and the things I like about myself.  I understand that no two people are identical and I can respect differences.

3.  What is self-concept?  What are some factors that help shape the way we think about ourselves?

4. ½ of Group – Survey on the iPad 1. Click on Socrative Student 2. Type in the following code in the “Teacher’s Room” box 3611d0ff 3. Complete the 12 questions honestly and independently. This is completely anonymous. 4. When you are finished, log out and give the iPad to another group member. ½ of Group – Loupe your Thumb 1. Take 1 index card, a pencil, and a loupe from the bucket. 2. Observe your thumb through the loupe and NEATLY draw exactly what you see, as detailed as you can. You will be turning this in! Note: Your drawing should take up the whole card on one side. 3. If you have time, lightly color your thumbprint.

5. Compare your thumbprint to the thumbprints in your group.  How are they the same?  How are they different?  Are any two thumbprints alike?

6. Someone doesn’t agree with me My friend’s happiness My ability to do something (sing, dance, play sports, etc.) Whether or not people like me A failing grade on a test How pretty, handsome, or cute I am Someone I care about is angry with me Someone doing something nice for me Habit 1: Be Proactive

10.  Make a list of the stuff you are good at.  Give yourself 3 compliments everyday.  Remember that your body is your own, no matter what size, shape, and color it is.  Remember that there are things about yourself that you cannot change.  When you hear negative comments in your head, tell yourself to stop.  If you feel badly about yourself, talk to an adult you trust about it. By focusing on the good things you do and all your great qualities, you learn to love and accept yourself — the main ingredients for strong self-esteem!

12. ½ of Group – Exit Ticket 1. Click on Socrative Student 2. Type in the following code in the “Teacher’s Room” box 3611d0ff 3. Complete the 6 questions honestly and independently. This is completely anonymous. 4. When you are finished, log out and give the iPad to another group member. ½ of Group – Finish Thumbprints On the back of your thumbprint card: 1. Write your name in the top left corner. 2. Write your teacher’s name in the top right corner. 3. Write 5 things you like about yourself. 4. If you have time, you may finish coloring your thumbprint and decorate your card.

13.  I can think positively about myself and see myself as a unique and worthy person.  I can identify and express feelings I have about myself.  I can make a list of my strengths and the things I like about myself.  I understand that no two people are identical and I can respect differences.