IN MY CONTROL vs OUT OF MY CONTROL | School Counseling Sorting Lesson Activities

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to help children understand what is in their control and what isn’t? Our “What Is In and Out of Your Control” Sorting Activity is a hands-on resource that empowers children to focus on what they can control while letting go of what they cannot. Perfect for classrooms, counseling sessions, or home use, this activity promotes self-awareness and emotional resilience in a meaningful way.

What’s Included in our “In & Out of my Control” Activity?

• Parent Tip Sheet: Practical suggestions for parents to help children apply the concept at home.
• In and Out of my Control Sorting Cards: A variety of scenarios for children to sort into “In My Control” or “Out of My Control” categories.
• Posters for Visual Support: “In My Control” and “Out of My Control” posters to support sorting.

Whether you’re a counselor, teacher, or parent, our “What Is In and Out of Your Control” Sorting Activity is a valuable tool to support children to understand their locus of control.

This resource empowers children to focus on what they can control, let go of what they cannot, and build confidence and emotional resilience through self-awareness.

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🖋️ ASCA AND CASEL ALIGNMENT
This resource supports these ASCA Student Standards
Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success:

• B-SMS 7: Effective coping skills
• B-SMS 6: Ability to identify and overcome barriers

CASEL competencies: Self-Awareness, Self-Management

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