Welcome to Creative Counseling Resources! My name is Michelle and I am an Elementary School Counselor turned Curriculum Writer. You have found the go-to resource for School Counselors seeking fresh, interactive, and innovative ideas. I'm here to inspire and empower you with creative lessons that will truly engage and motivate your students. Whether you're looking for interactive activities, unique approaches, or inspiring strategies, I've got you covered! Let's collaborate together!
Michelle is a professional school counselor with over 30 years of experience in elementary and middle schools. She earned her National Board Certification in 2005 and renewed it in 2013. She was honored as the Elementary School Counselor of the Year by the Palmetto State School Counselor Association and represented South Carolina as the nominee for National School Counselor of the Year.
Help students master communication skills with this interactive A Bug and a Wish lesson! This fun SEL activity teaches conflict resolution strategies through relatable scenarios and introduces students to using "I” messages to express their feelings and wishes. Build essential social skills in a way that’s practical, easy to teach, and memorable for young learners. This ready-to-use resource includes a detailed lesson plan, an interactive PowerPoint slideshow, and hands-on activities like
❤️ Are you looking for a Red Ribbon Week Activity that takes little setup but makes a HUGE impact? Introducing the Wheel of Healthy Choices! This animated, spinning wheel and engaging game will have your students hooked, cheering, and learning all at once! How it Works: Simply hook up your laptop to a projector, grab a microphone, put on your gameshow voice, and let the fun begin! Students Spin the Wheel: We've got a colorful digital spinner that'll add a dash of suspense and anticipation.
K - 5th
Health, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
❤️ Meet your School Counselor with a heroic twist! This Superhero Meet the Counselor Introduction Lesson is perfect for back-to-school elementary students to learn the role of the School Counselor! Students will have a super time learning about you and your job as the School Counselor. Best of all...your planning and work is already done for you in this ready-made, back-to-school Guidance Orientation! This lesson plan is designed to make your job easier. This action-packed introduction comes
Tired of juggling sticky notes, paper calendars, & scattered counseling documentation? This editable digital counseling notes system helps school counselors quickly document student meetings in LESS than one minute using an easy-to-use Google Form! Collect meaningful counseling data, stay organized, and instantly view bar graphs and pie charts that help identify student needs and trends over time.Perfect for busy school counselors who need a simple, low-prep way to track counseling sessions,
Not Specific
School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning
Revolutionize your Behavior RTI/MTSS Program with intervention tools that streamline your referral, data collection, & goal tracking process! This comprehensive BRTI Bundle is designed to simplify the Response to Intervention procedures while improving the overall effectiveness of the interventions. This all-in-one resource package includes everything you need to implement a successful behavior intervention program. Inside, you’ll find detailed tracking sheets, customizable referral forms,
Simplify RTI/MTSS using a digital Student Behavior Tracking form. Our Google Forms template is perfect for making data-driven goal interventions. Collect all the necessary information in one place to generate clear and actionable data for intervention plans! Tired of the endless paperwork and chasing down scattered behavior notes? Introducing the Behavior RTI MTSS Data Tracking Digital Pre- Intervention Tracker Google Form, your ultimate solution for simplifying behavior intervention track
Create a digital counseling space students will LOVE exploring! These interactive SEL Virtual Counseling Office & Rooms give students a fun, engaging way to practice SEL skills, complete check-ins, explore calming activities, and connect with their school counselor — both virtually and in person. With 4 0+ clickable objects already linked, these ready-to-use Google Slides rooms save you time while creating an exciting experience for students to explore independently. This ready-to-use reso
⭐️Looking for a fun way to boost career awareness and interest? This Career Exploration ActivityBooklet is perfect for Career Day and career research! ⭐️ This resource will guide students through the process of career exploration. Students can research up to three careers, gathering key information such as job details, necessary skills, and workplace environments. The activity is designed to be informative and enjoyable, making career exploration a highlight of your school counseling progra
Looking for engaging teamwork challenges that promote team-building activities & foster SEL? This exciting lesson combines goal-setting strategies & interactive games to teach students the value of working together. Perfect for back-to-school, goal-setting lessons, or any time you want to boost collaboration and communication in your classroom! What's Inside This LessonThis ready-to-use resource features eight engaging teamwork challenges designed for elementary students. Activities like Bu
Is your Meet the School Counselor lesson feeling a bit… well, not super exciting? Get ready to turn your School Counselor Introduction into a fun, memorable, emoji-filled experience students will actually look forward to! This Back to School Counseling introduction helps students instantly connect with their school counselor while learning the counseling role through interactive games, discussions, and creative activities. Say hello to your new favorite back-to-school counseling lesson! This
Looking for Friendship Kindness Activities or a Holiday Guidance Lesson that combines teamwork & fun with learning? This SEL Christmas Escape Room is the perfect way to build classroom community. Students will help Santa's reindeer escape the Naughty List by solving challenges that build empathy, compassion, caring communication, and conflict-resolution skills. Along the way, they’ll enjoy earning cookies from Mrs. Claus while fostering friendship and a stronger classroom community. Oh
Promote kindness and friendship in your classroom with these printable Kindness Bracelets or Bookmarks! Perfect for anti-bullying lessons, Friendship Week, or social-emotional learning, this fun coloring activity helps students reflect on empathy, kindness, and inclusion. Great for morning work, centers, or class discussions— print, color, and wear or share!They can even double as bookmarks when the ends are cut off. For extra durability, laminate them after decorating. Cut, color, and be a
Unleash Superhero-Level Organization with this fun Study Skills Lesson! Help your students master executive functioning skills on time management, organization, and study skills. This ready-to-use resource transforms essential skills into an engaging adventure that older elementary students will love. With interactive activities and fun visuals, your students will feel empowered to conquer chaos and achieve academic success. What’s Inside the Lesson:Kick things off with the “Chaos, Clutte
Are you tired of students struggling to focus and follow directions, leaving you feeling frustrated? Introducing our Mon-STAR student, a friendly little monster, who shows students how to use their eyes, ears, feet, and more body parts to actively listen and follow directions! From fun hand movements to drawing their own mon"star" listening monsters, this lesson is all about making learning fun while honing those essential listening skills! Get ready to transform your classroom with the incredi
Teach your students about having manners, respect and respectful behavior in the classroom! This SEL Character Education role-playing lesson will have your students actively engaged as they step into the role of actors in three thrilling courtroom scenes!Start with a group activity: It's thumbs up or thumbs down time! Students give a thumbs up if the scenario demonstrates respect, and a thumbs down if it doesn't. Click through the slides to reveal if the class nailed it! Then transform your
3rd - 6th
Character Education, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Enhance your faculty's understanding of the Behavior Response to Intervention RTI/MTSS process with our customizable visual flowchart. Editable using PowerPoint, this Behavior RTI flowchart allows you to personalize your school's process for improved engagement and clarity. Streamline your RTI process today and empower your educators to make data-driven decisions for student success.Key Features:Clear and Customizable Structure: Our flowchart provides a crystal-clear structure for managing b
K - 12th
For All Subjects, School Counseling, School Psychology
Are you searching for a fun, interactive way to teach online Internet Safety, Personal Safety, & Digital Citizenship? This Cyber Safety lesson is packed with engaging activities and essential knowledge about staying safe online! From tackling cyberbullying to practicing proper online etiquette, your students will gain the tools they need to navigate the digital world with confidence. Perfect for any educator teaching about technology and online behavior, this resource is easy to use, pr
2nd - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Boost executive functioning skills with Strategies to Improve Focus and Attention in the Classroom Study Skills Lesson! Motivate your students to conquer distractions by engaging their super-focusing and attention powers! Discover practical strategies for effective focus, including maintaining good health, active participation, and tuning out distractions. Kick off the lesson with the entertaining Evil Villain game, challenging students to follow commands in reverse! Students will learn how s
❤️ Spark primary students to explore career interests with this engaging Christmas Career Awareness "How Santa Got His Job” holiday lesson & Elf Yourself activity! This fun-filled activity combines Christmas cheer, career exploration, and creative play. Students will meet Santa's elves while discovering how their own interests can lead to exciting future careers! ❤️ In this Career Awareness lesson, students will create Career "s-ELF-ies", envisioning their future professions. This lesson emph
Unlock your students' success with this engaging Learning Styles Inventory Survey! Perfect for differentiated learners, this study skills lesson reveals each student’s unique learning style, equips them with personalized study tips, and delivers practical study strategies they’ll love. The lesson starts with fun assessment questions that'll get you thinking about your unique superpowers. Just like each hero has their strengths, you've got your own learning superpower waiting to be discovered
Welcome to Creative Counseling Resources! My name is Michelle and I am an Elementary School Counselor turned Curriculum Writer. You have found the go-to resource for School Counselors seeking fresh, interactive, and innovative ideas. I'm here to inspire and empower you with creative lessons that will truly engage and motivate your students. Whether you're looking for interactive activities, unique approaches, or inspiring strategies, I've got you covered! Let's collaborate together!
Michelle is a professional school counselor with over 30 years of experience in elementary and middle schools. She earned her National Board Certification in 2005 and renewed it in 2013. She was honored as the Elementary School Counselor of the Year by the Palmetto State School Counselor Association and represented South Carolina as the nominee for National School Counselor of the Year.
Teaching style
Student centered
Awards & shining teacher moments
Palmetto State Elementary School Counselor of the Year, 2017
Renewed National Board Certification, 2013
ADEPT Trained, SAFE-T Evaluator Certified, 2013
RAMP certified School Counseling Program, 2009
National Board Certified, 2005
My own education history
University of South Carolina-Columbia
Masters, Educational Psychology
University of South Carolina-Columbia
Bachelors, Psychology
Additional biographical information
Michelle is the author of The Creative Counselor Blog at http://thecreativecounselor.blogspot.com/
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