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Summer Street Counselor Corner

with Ms.Hunt

Summer StreetCounselor Cornerwith Ms.Hunt
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Happy May Superstars!

I don't know about you, but my allergies are driving me crazy! It is a sure sign of Spring. I hope everyone had a safe and fun April Vacation and are ready for the last stretch of the school year! Last month was AMAZING with everyone back in the building. I'm so happy we can all finish the last part of the school year together. We are so close to summer vacation! Keep up the hard work SSS!

Encouraging Optimism Encouraging Optimism

Encouraging Optimism | Child Mind Institute

Encouraging Optimism | Child Mind Institute

Helping kids navigate the last phase of the pandemic, whether they are overeager to return to normal or anxious about more disappointment.

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Growth Mindset Anthems from Sesame Street Growth Mindset Anthems from Sesame Street

Sesame Street do Growth Mindset
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Lynn Lyons Podcast on Social Anxiety v. Social Awkwardness

Lynn Lyons is an international speaker and psychotherapist based in Concord, New Hampshire who helps children and families manage anxiety disorders. In this podcast, Lynn discusses the differences between social anxiety/social awkwardness and what is considered normal v. atypical.


Social Anxiety or Social Awkwardness Podcast

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Sensory Tool DIY: Weighted Lap Friend

Weighted blankets and stuffed animals are all the rage. The provide a sense of relief for kids who may feel anxious or overwhelmed. The only problem is they can be a bit pricey. Check out this awesome DIY for a weighted lap friend and tell me all about yours when you see me at school!


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How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers

How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers | Child Mind Institute

How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers | Child Mind Institute

One of the biggest challenges of raising a child with intense needs is managing the emotional fallout. Caregivers find techniques reduce stress and anxiety.

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Being Frank Read Aloud Being Frank Read Aloud

Being Frank

Discuss these questions with an adult after the read aloud!

1. Do we always have to tell the truth? What if it hurts someone's feelings?


2. What happened when Frank ALWAYS told the truth? Would you want to be friends with Frank? Why or why not?


3. Did the characters in the story ask for Frank's opinion? Which character did and how did Frank respond? How did Franks honesty change from the beginning of the book to the end?

Preventing Parent Burnout Preventing Parent Burnout

Preventing Parent Burnout | Love for Your Child | Child Mind Institute |

Preventing Parent Burnout | Love for Your Child | Child Mind Institute |

Parenting is hard work, and parenting a child with mental health issues is exponentially harder. How can you keep going without becoming exhausted? A support network is key, but so is tapping emotional resources, especially your love for your child.

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Activity: Egg Carton Animals

Check out this fun, simple, and budget friendly craft! You can make an entire forest of different creatures using old egg cartons you have lying around the house. Get creative and have fun :)



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How to Help Kids Sleep How to Help Kids Sleep

How to Help Kids Sleep | Child Mind Institute

How to Help Kids Sleep | Child Mind Institute

Getting kids to fall asleep and stay asleep can feel impossible, but there are well-tested strategies parents can use to say goodbye to bad nights.

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Feelings Wheel Feelings Wheel

Check out this awesome feelings wheel! It provides a great range of vocabulary for children to utilize to describe how they feel!

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Obscure May Holidays

There is always a reason to celebrate and find something positive. I think that is especially important during the times of COVID. Check out these obscure holidays in May!


May 1st: May Day

May 2nd: Brothers and Sisters Day

May 3rd: Lumpy Rug Day

May 4th: National Teachers Day

May 5th: Bike to School Day

May 6th: National Nurses Day

May 7th: International Tuba Day

May 8th: National Train Day

May 9th: Lilac Sunday

May 10th: Clean Up Your Room Day

May 12th: Limerick Day

May 13th: Leprechaun Day

May 14th: Dance Like a Chicken Day

May 15th: National Chocolate Chip Day

May 16th: National Sea Monkey Day

May 18th: Visit Your Relatives Day

May 19th: World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day

May 20th: Pick Strawberries Day

May 21st: National Endangered Species Day

May 22nd: Buy a Musical Instrument Day

May 23rd: World Turtle Day

May 24th: International Tiara Day

May 25th: Tap Dance Day

May 26th: World Otter Day

May 27th: Sunscreen Day

May 28th: National Hamburger Day

May 29th: International Jazz Day

May 30th: Water a Flower Day

May 31st: National Macaroon Day

Parent Resources Parent Resources

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School Adjustment Counselor Website

Looking for more resources? Check out the Adjustment Counselor website for SEL information, resources, and more!


Adjustment Counselor Website

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I'm on Twitter!

Ms.Hunt is officially on Twitter. Follow my page for SEL updates, articles, and other helpful tips throughout the school year. @MsHuntSSS
Home

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Is your kid just being a kid, or is their behavior something to worry about? Here are four starting questions to help you learn what signs to look for to tell the difference.

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William James College Interface Referral Services

The Interface referral service is a mental health and wellness referral help line. Callers from Lynnfield are matched with licensed mental health providers from their database within an approximate two week period of time and are matched by location, insurance and specialty needs of the caller.

The number to reach is 888-244-6843 and they can be reached Monday-Friday from 9-5.


https://interface.williamjames.edu/

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A Healthy Lynnfield Mental Health Resource List

We are including this comprehensive list as it is a great resource for mental health resources in our area.


https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-xLJDUNz7g-oD6e-3Rmclvw75nmSWzQJ/view

Therapy Matcher

Therapy Matcher

Are you looking for a therapist? We can help. Contact Us

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Contact Me:

Heather Hunt, MSW, LCSW

School Adjustment Counselor

Summer Street School

Email: hunth@lynnfield.k12.ma.us

Phone: (781) 334-5830 x3821

Twitter: @MsHuntSSS

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