To effectively tackle aggressive behaviors in children, it is crucial to develop a understanding of the underlying causes and triggers. Aggression in children can stem from a variety of factors such as frustration, difficulty in expressing emotions, unmet needs, or even imitating behaviors they have witnessed. By gaining insight into these root causes, teachers can … Read More about Help with Aggressive Behaviors in the Classroom

Halloween, the spooky season filled with costumes and candy, often brings a sense of excitement and disruption to classrooms. But what if I told you that maintaining routine and structure on this bewitching day is what will help you keep your sanity and have fun!? It’s true. By embracing the festive spirit without sacrificing classroom … Read More about Halloween Activities: Embracing the Fun While Keeping Structure and Routine

Teaching self control to kids can often times become a tricky topic. When a child hears, “Use self control”, do they even know what that means? So often we expect kids to know exactly what we mean or how to behave, but we fall short in our teaching and explanation. We cannot expect a child … Read More about Self Control: What it Really Means to Kids

Are you needing a better way to help some of your students learn and grasp behavior expectations and classroom rules? Well, have you tried using a social story? Social stories leverage the art of storytelling to create a connection between the material and the students. By weaving the rules into a narrative, you can make … Read More about Teaching Behavior and Classroom Rules with a Social Story

Many districts around our area are piloting at four-day school week. When I first heard of the news, I wanted to know more behind the why and the research that was associated with the change. I have read about the the potential this change can have on student engagement, academic performance, and overall well-being. With … Read More about Social Story about Four Day School Week

A lot of us have experienced that sinking feeling of receiving a behavior note home from school. It often signals a negative incident, a disagreement, or a disruptive behavior. But what if I told you that these behavior notes can be transformed from mundane reports into powerful communication tools that promote understanding, collaboration, and positive … Read More about Break the Cycle: Transforming Behavior Notes Home into Powerful Communication Tools