Just in time for Back to School, we are giving away four sets of the New Counselor and Teacher Starter Pack! Sign up at ncyi.org/giveaways for a chance to win. #giveaway #backtoschool

Do you ever stop to think about the influence you have in a child's life?? You shape a future adult by the words you speak and the actions you take. You get to be a buffer to the lies of the world. What a magical opportunity to watch little humans bloom right before your eyes. 🌻

It's an important reminder. We often expect children to show up in better than we do as adults. How might we grow their confidence and boost their empathy skills by offering them the same patience as grace that we hope for on the hard days? #bigfeelings #empathy #patience

Most of the time Lester's pretty happy, but when things seem to be unfair his ears gets hot, his face turns red and he blows his top! Soda Pop Head will help children control his/her anger while helping them manage stress. ncyi.org/sodapophead #bigemotions #anger

Knowing children are not looking to have a meltdown, our compassion and curiosity after one will allow them navigate big feelings without shame.

Check out our blog! The most important skill to teach our children is the ability to control something– a behavior, a thought, an impulse, movement, or a feeling. This is called self-regulation. Keep reading at ncyi.org/blog. #safety #connection

Louis just can't sit still, and everyone keeps telling him he has ants in his pants. His mom explains this means he wiggles a lot. Julia Cook helps when kids struggle to control their wiggles and improve impulse control. ncyi.org/antsinmypants

Children navigating challenges don't respond to discipline in the ways we'd hope because they are dealing with the loss of possibility. It's in the moments when we want to correct where creating feelings of connection and safety will lead to lasting change. #safety #connection

The feedback on this new picture book has been wonderful! If you're interested in using this book as a kickoff for your school year, email us at [email protected] and we'll send you our Kickoff kit, with lesson plans, activities, and more! ncyi.org/igotthis

The "both and" of life means we can be messy and working towards change at the same time. #botharetrue #bothand

Check out our blog! I have questions that I love to ask educators at the beginning of each year. What is the impact you hope to make on the students you teach this year? What is the impact you hope to have on their lives? Keep reading at ncyi.org/blog. #makemistakes

When we focus on the good, the good gets better. What a beautiful reminder for ourselves and the young minds we get to work with each week! 🌟 #focusonthegood #mindset

This kind of positive reinforcement has lasting effects. As you're planning out the start of the school year, what tips do you have for helping to build confident kids? #confidentkids #empowering

No matter how hard life is, when we have safe people around us who take the time to really "see" us and care about our stories...anything becomes possible. What a powerful impact you have the potential to be in so many lives! #love #kindness #guidance

Check out our blog! Listening is tough. And as teachers, we need to develop strategies that offer opportunities to listen with understanding. Keep reading at ncyi.org/blog. #ListeningSkills

As we head into fall, here are several important dates to remember. Looking for helpful resources to talk about suicide prevention? Visit NCYI.org. We have several titles for you and students! #september #suicideprevention

Being present and building connections at the beginning of the year can only make the rest of the year better. #bepresent #buildrelationships #buildconnections

Students need tips and tricks for self-regulation...and so do we. These feelings of stress, thinking we're not good enough, or loneliness can eat our lunch. It's important to acknowledge it, feel it, ask some deeper questions...and then take action to shift out of that place.

Help children identify and express their feelings, develop effective coping mechanisms, navigate conflict, and embrace a #growthmindset. Learn age-appropriate activities and exercises and clear steps for emotion regulation. ncyi.org/growingupstrong Allison Edwards #resilience

Just like every child is unique, so are their challenges. Even when things feel broken or incomplete, there's always a way to create something beautiful. Let's celebrate the resilience of our students and empower them to shine bright, no matter what. #resilience #kids