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Get rid of the Automatic Negative Thoughts - Positive Thinking
Students will learn about cognitive distortions that impact self-esteem and anxiety. Discover different types of automatic negative thinking and change it to positive thinking. Now includes a digital version for use with Google Slides. Great for small group counseling or class lessons. This activity takes about 30 minutes to complete with a small or large group. The goal is for students to recognize their irrational thinking. Includes: ►Activity description including instructions/walk-through o
2nd - 6th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) Bundle, Cognitive Distortions, Coping Skills
Created by an Educational Psychologist with over a decade of experience working with children and young people. This Automatic Negative Thoughts Bundle helps kids identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts. Using flashcards, games, cheat sheets, and worksheets featuring 10 common cognitive distortions, kids learn to recognize negative thinking patterns like all-or-nothing thinking, mind reading, and catastrophizing. ⭐️ What's Included? ⭐️ Click on the PREVIEW above to take a closer look at al
3rd - 8th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Get Rid of Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) Activity, Positive Thinking
This Automatic Negative Thoughts Activity helps kids identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts. Using flashcards featuring 10 common cognitive distortions, kids learn to recognize negative thinking patterns like all-or-nothing thinking, mind reading, and catastrophizing. The activity also includes response cards to replace ANTs with positive, realistic thoughts. This interactive activity encourages kids to reframe their thoughts, build resilience, and develop healthier thinking habits in a fun
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School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) Workbook
This is a 4 page document to support positive self talk. This is a great visual tool for students who struggle with Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) that stem from anxiety, low self esteem, fear of school or school refusal, anger, depression, and anything else that may cause students to think negatively about themselves, school, social situations, etc. Students learn that negative thoughts can take over their mind, and that they have the power to "chomp" the negative thoughts with their own po
1st - 12th
School Counseling, School Psychology
Automatic Negative Thoughts Brochure
This tri-fold brochure is packed with information about recognizing and managing automatic negative thoughts. These brochures can be used for lessons with the entire class, social skills groups, life skills lessons for special education teachers, or individual counseling sessions. Bonus pages: 10 bookmarks 1 coloring page ❤️ Follow my store to be notified of half off deals on new resources. More brochures:• Meet the School Counselor Brochure• New Student Group Welcome Brochure 4th - 8th grade•
3rd - 8th
School Counseling, School Psychology
Also included in: Everything All Year School Counseling Bundle
Challenging Automatic Negative Thoughts Program and Activities
This curriculum focuses on identifying, challenging, and reframing negative thinking with the idea of "finding the sunny side" like a sunny side up egg! It includes enough material to last 9-13+ sessions, and engages students with catchy phrases like "Don't let your brain get scrambled!" and "Omelet of Strategies!" This program is recommended for use individually or in small group settings. This download includes: •Workbook that includes a pre and post-survey and features a self-assessment
4th - 6th
School Counseling, School Psychology
HELPFUL VS UNHELPFUL THOUGHTS automatic negative thoughts/framing your thoughts
Do your students struggle with recognizing and managing negative thoughts? Teaching children to differentiate between helpful and unhelpful thoughts can make a huge impact on their emotional well-being, self-confidence, and ability to cope with challenges. Our Helpful vs. Unhelpful Thoughts Sorting Activity is designed to make this process simple, engaging, and interactive for students. This resource empowers students to: Identify thoughts that lift them up versus those that hold them back.Pra
4th - 7th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS CBT Negative Self Talk Reframe Negative Thoughts Automatic
Looking for an engaging way to help teenagers understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors? This reflective CBT workbook for teens introduces the cognitive triangle through relatable scenarios, encouraging self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and healthier decision-making. Perfect for counseling, therapy sessions, classrooms, or SEL programs, this resource makes cognitive behavioral therapy concepts practical and accessible for teens. KEY FEATURES: Cognitive behavio
9th - 12th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Cognitive Distortions + Automatic Negative Thoughts | Counseling Tools + Posters
Give students the visual tools and concrete language to spot their automatic negative thoughts and reframe cognitive distortions with more balanced, realistic thoughts.You see negative thinking patterns taking hold in elementary and middle school students: catastrophizing, black-and-white thinking, mind-reading. But cognitive distortions can be tough to teach, and much of the material is too clinical or not designed for students. Without visual supports, real-life examples, and practical strate
3rd - 7th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: Reframing Negative Thoughts Self Talk | Counseling CBT Activities Vol2
Challenging Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) CBT Worksheet, Positive Reframing
Help kids identify and challenge their Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) with this engaging and kid-friendly worksheet! Perfect for use in counseling sessions, classrooms, or at home, this resource guides children through recognizing unhelpful thoughts and replacing them with more balanced, positive thinking. A great tool for building emotional awareness and promoting a growth mindset. You may also like my matching ANTs Card Game!What's included?Click on the PREVIEW above to get a good look a
3rd - 8th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts Digital Counseling Activity
The Automatic Negative Thoughts Digital Counseling Activity by Counselor Clique is an interactive resource for school counselors to use with high school students or middle school students easily with digital/distance learning, hybrid, or in-person! Students will focus on identifying their negative thoughts and reflecting on healthy ways to replace those thoughts. This is a great addition to your high school social/emotional lessons (for social emotional learning)! Students can type and drag an
9th - 12th
Health, School Counseling, School Psychology
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Patricia C.
Automatic Negative Thoughts Cards | CBT for Kids | ANT Flash Cards | Therapy
Help kids recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts with this engaging CBT-based ANTS (Automatic Negative Thoughts) Card Set. Perfect for school counselors, therapists, teachers, and parents, this printable 8.5x11” PDF resource includes 15 colorful flashcards that teach children how to spot common thinking errors and challenge negative self-talk in a fun and empowering way. This cognitive distortions and mindset tool is ideal for social-emotional learning, therapy sessions, or classroom calm-d
1st - 6th
Character Education, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: CBT & Calm Down Cards for Kids | SEL Bundle for Counseling and Classroom
Automatic Negative Thoughts Mini Flipbook
This flipbook is packed with information about recognizing and managing automatic negative thoughts. These can be used for lessons with the entire class, social skills groups, life skills lessons for special education teachers, or individual counseling sessions. Bonus pages: 5 bookmarks 2 posters in full color ❤️ Follow my store to be notified of half off deals on new resources. You might also like:• Meet the School Counselor Brochure• New Student Group Welcome Brochure 4th - 8th grade• New S
1st - 3rd
School Counseling, School Psychology
Also included in: School Counseling Flipbook Bundle Grades 1-4
ANT Escape: Escaping Automatic Negative Thoughts and Cognitive Distortions Game
Thank you for checking out ANT Escape! ANTS are those automatic negative thoughts that can plague us. They just pop in out of nowhere! This resource is geared toward higher level middle schoolers and early high school students, as the automatic negative thought can be a complex subject to tackle. ANT Escape will help your individual or small group understand what ANTS are, what types of ANTS are most common (i.e., some common cognitive distortions we might experience), and ways we can combat tho
7th - 10th
School Counseling, School Psychology
Meet the ANTS (Automatic Negative Thoughts)
ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts) Lesson & Activity Resource Help students build self-awareness and emotional regulation skills with this engaging resource focused on Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs). This product is designed to introduce students to common types of negative thinking patterns while making the concept memorable, relatable, and interactive. This resource breaks down several types of ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts), including clear explanations of each thinking pattern pair
PreK - 12th
Classroom Community, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Challenge Automatic Negative Thoughts Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Free Poster
Use this free CBT poster to help students and clients challenge automatic negative thoughts. If you are looking for other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools, you may also enjoy: THE CBT CARD GAME!
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Classroom Community, School Counseling, School Psychology
Cognitive Distortions CBT Worksheet Reframing Negative Thoughts Automatic Worry
Start the new school year on a positive note with our no prep CBT Activities Lessons Bundle (44 Pages) of 3 resources, complete with a worksheet designed to help students identify cognitive distortions. Perfect for individual sessions, small groups, or classroom SEL activities, this bundle supports students in recognizing cognitive distortions, learning how reframing negative thoughts can guide them in managing automatic thinking patterns, reduce worry, and build emotional resilience. Why You'
3rd - 6th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts Brochure K-2
This tri-fold brochure is packed with information about recognizing and managing automatic negative thoughts. These brochures can be used for lessons with the entire class, social skills groups, life skills lessons for special education teachers, or individual counseling sessions. Bonus pages: 10 bookmarks 1 coloring page ❤️ Follow my store to be notified of half off deals on new resources. More brochures:• Meet the School Counselor Brochure• New Student Group Welcome Brochure 4th - 8th grade•
K - 2nd
School Counseling, School Psychology
Also included in: Social Emotional Learning Brochures K-2
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTS) Examples-CBT Cognitive Distortions Poster
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTS) Printable Wall ArtYou will receive 6 high resolution PNG files that print in over 20 different sizes. A print size chart with the different sizes is included. Common sizes include: - 4” x 6” - 8” x 10” - 8.5” x 11” - A4 International Standard - 11” x 14” - 16” x 20” Thank You! ❤️ I really appreciate your interest in this product! Feel free to contact me with any questions! Terms of Use© This resource was created and copyrighted by MentalHealthCenter
Not Specific
Classroom Community, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thought (ANTs) Workbook
The cognitive triangle is a cognitive coping skill from the TFCBT model. If I could teach every single person one tool, this would be the one I would choose! Our thoughts are so powerful both as kiddos and adults. I teach this to clients of every age! This is a worksheet with every step of using the cogntive triangle mapped out with the theme of ants at a picnic which will help kiddos remember and connect with the concept!
K - 9th
Health, Psychology
Automatic Negative Thoughts ANTs Short Stories W/ Questions Worksheet SEL Autism
Help Students Recognize and Replace Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs)Support students in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building a more positive mindset with this 20 Automatic Negative Thoughts Short Stories & 80 WH Questions resource! Perfect for special education, speech therapy, and SEL, this toolkit builds self-awareness, emotional regulation, and cognitive flexibility through structured, relatable scenarios. ✅ Identify common negative thinking traps and their impact✅ Learn
K - 7th
Character Education, Science of Reading, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts Game | CBT | Counseling SEL
Most kids and teenagers have negative automatic thoughts (cognitive distortions or mind traps) that affect their emotions .The goal is for them to learn to identify the different types of automatic negative thoughts and to use different strategies that allow them to challenge these thoughts and avoid falling into the mental trap that makes us feel bad and worried. What’s included in the game? Game pieces for 6 players Short version game board Long version game board 27 cards with cognitive disto
5th - 8th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
ANT Automatic Negative Thoughts Activities Challenging Scenario Cards Worksheets
Looking for an easy, engaging way to teach automatic negative thoughts (ANTs), cognitive distortions, and positive thinking? This automatic negative thoughts activity workbook helps students learn how to identify, challenge, and build positive self talk. Includes:12 common types of ANTs with kid-friendly definitions36 practice scenarios to help students guess the type of ANTQuestions to encourage reflection and positive thinkingBlack and white and color versions includedThank you for shopping by
2nd - 6th
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Automatic Negative Thoughts ANTs Social Story: Poster & Reflection Sheet Autism
Build Positive Thinking with this 10-Page Social Story on Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) Help children recognize and challenge unhelpful thoughts with this supportive 10-page social story. Designed for students who experience frequent self-doubt, worry, or negative self-talk, this resource promotes emotional awareness, cognitive flexibility, and confidence: ✅ Explain what ANTs are—those unkind thoughts that pop up automatically✅ Teach simple ways to catch, question, and replace negative thin
PreK - 4th
Character Education, School Counseling, School Psychology
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