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Book SynopsisChildren enter the school doors today with many diverse needs: mental health problems, ADHD, anxiety, victims of physical or sexual abuse, homelessness, or facing some other type of trauma. Teachers in today's classrooms are struggling to understand the needs of their students and to provide a supportive and nurturing environment, while maintaining structure and routine. In whatever setting students are, teachers must understand the challenges that students come to school facing, know how to assess the needs of the children, build positive relationships with them, collaborate with others, and take care of themselves. The first book in this two book volume explored the needed components in setting the stage for meeting the needs of the students. This second volume provides the specific interventions that teachers will need to implement. Included in this volume are evidence-based academic interventions and behavioral interventions. Other chapters provide interventions to incorporate
Trade ReviewThis book is a must have for teachers who wishes to expand their knowledge and skills in the area of behavior management and for related service personnel who are involved in developing Behavior Improvement Plans. It provides a comprehensive overview of strategies, and examples of how they can be used in the school environment. Included in each description of strategies are barriers that might limit results and suggestions of how to overcome these barriers . This volume is packed with practical information and tips for maximizing student success. -- Linda McKee, Retired Special Education Administrator
Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter One—Evidence-Based Behavioral Interventions Chapter Two—Evidence-Based Academic Interventions Chapter Three—Building Physical Fitness and Wellness Chapter Four—Creative Arts and Their Role in Working with Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Chapter Five—Teaching Social Skills Chapter Six—Planning for Effective Transitions Conclusion
