{"product_id":"encouraging-positive-behaviors-in-todays-kids-9781475858037","title":"Encouraging Positive Behaviors in Todays Kids","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA new guide for a new age will soon be here to assist educators in dealing effectively with common problematic behaviors (such as Aggression, Defiance) and other concerns (such as Developing Empathy, Sexual Abuse Indicators) of today's kids. It presents various interventions, strategies and activities compatible with the democratic principles of the larger society (No punishment, intimidation or threats allowed!). This handbook is provided to assist kids of all ages in developing skills in self-reliance, self-discipline, and self-determination, making them good decision-makers in matters that affect their livesa gift that will last a lifetime!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncouraging Positive Behaviors in Today's Kids is absolutely a MUST HAVE resource for every educator, counselor, and other school staff member committed to the education of our children. It is packed with comprehensive, research-based information to understand and address problem behaviors, while at the same time, building, developing and promoting positive behaviors among our young people.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Tim Hartwig, MEd, former high school social studies teacher and technology instructor, Boone, Iowa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncouraging Positive Behaviors in Today’s Kids is not only a “must have” toolbox for counselors and teachers but is also an excellent resource for parents and anyone else who works with young people. McCormick provides a wealth of strategies and activities to not only deal with problematic behaviors, but also to assist kids in developing positive behaviors in areas such as empathy and compassion, goal-setting and decision-making so they might become self-determining individuals, skills that will affect their future as well as present success.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Jose D. Vasquez, LCDCI, LVN, Managing Director of Lakeview Education, Rockwall, TX; Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor; former educator and nurse for high risk youth offenders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProviding up-to-date techniques and strategies along with abundant practical lessons and easy-to-do activities, Encouraging Positive Behaviors in Today’s Kids is a resource that will serve as a springboard to assist students with lifelong skills in becoming self-confident problem-solvers. This valuable resource provides educators with effective methods to change problematic student behavior, thus increasing confidence, satisfaction and even love for their profession.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Jan Hartwig, MEd, former high school special education teacher, Boone, Iowa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncouraging Positive Behaviors in Today’s Kids is a tremendously necessary read, not only for teachers and counselors, but parents and guardians as well! McCormick provides readers with indispensable skills and strategies to inspire good conduct, help children build character, and tackle problem behaviors. This book is essential in providing educators and caretakers with invaluable tools to assist in building strong foundations in the lives of today’s children! \u003c\/p\u003e -- Zayla Barron, chemical dependency counselor intern, swim instructor, soccer coach, mother, former educator, Rockwall, TX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1: Absenteeism\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2: Anger \u0026amp; Aggression Vs. Self-Control\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3: Anxieties \u0026amp; Fears\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4: Attention \u0026amp; Focusing Difficulties\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5: Attention-Seeking Behavior\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: Bullying \u0026amp; Hate Crimes \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: Child Abuse Indicators: Emotional, Physical, Sexual \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: Cooperation Vs. Defiance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 9: Decision-Making Difficulties\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 10: Depression \u0026amp; Sadness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 11: Divorce \u0026amp; Separation Issues \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 12: Empathy \u0026amp; Compassion Development \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 13: Following Directions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 14: Following The Rules \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 15: Goal Setting \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 16: Honesty Issues \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 17: Listening Skills \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 18: Motivation Concerns \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 19: Organizational Skills\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 20: Personal-Social Difficulties\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 21: Problem-Solving Difficulties \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 22: Respect For Authority\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 23: Respect For Self \u0026amp; Others \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 24: Self-Discipline \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 25: Self-Esteem \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 26: Separation Anxiety \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 27: Sexual Harassment \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 28: Social Anxiety \u0026amp; Shyness \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 29: Underachievement \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 30: Work Completion \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBibliography","brand":"Rowman \u0026 Littlefield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51040322421079,"sku":"9781475858037","price":23.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781475858037.jpg?v=1750946379","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/encouraging-positive-behaviors-in-todays-kids-9781475858037","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}