Do you know why the school bus driver is such an important person?
Date: March 14th, 2013
Watch this video [2:41] to learn why the day starts right for the child who has a good school bus driver.
When a student tries to bait me…
Date: March 7th, 2013
Watch this video [2:13] to learn one way to avoid taking the bait when a defiant student wants to test your reaction.
Don’t forget, behavior can erupt because of a cognitive disability
Date: February 28th, 2013
Watch this video [1:39] for Polly’s insight into how difficult behavior can be the result of a student being frustrated and overwhelmed due to a cognitive disability.
Do you require students to make eye contact?
Date: February 21st, 2013
Watch this video [1:33] to learn why you might not want to say to a student, “Look at me when I’m talking to you.” Polly gives three important reasons.
Why you should get down there on the playground
Date: February 14th, 2013
Watch this video [1:19] to learn why standing in the thick of it instead of being on the perimeter is an advantage when it comes to recess duty.
Don’t Take the Bait*
Date: February 7th, 2013
I watched a colleague make four mistakes in a row. It was a painful way to start a Monday.
What’s behind an angry student’s behavior in your classroom?
Date: January 31st, 2013
Watch this video [2:43] to learn what’s happening on the inside with an angry student. Polly’s insights and practical techniques have changed teachers’ lives.
Does teaching little kids on the carpet invite behavior problems?
Date: January 17th, 2013
Watch this video [1:51] to learn why teaching little kids on the carpet can stimulate behavior problems. Learn when to use the carpet and when to avoid it.
What does consistent behavior management look like?
Date: January 10th, 2013
Watch this video [1:59] to learn how consistent behavior management improves behavior and makes it easier for all adults and students.
A Quick Little Way to Intercept a Behavior Escalation
Date: January 3rd, 2013
Watch this video [1:12] to learn a quick, quiet little way to intercept a behavior escalation.
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