{"product_id":"the-why-behind-classroom-behaviors-prek5-9781071816103","title":"The Why Behind Classroom Behaviors PreK5","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eReframing behaviors for competence, confidence, and successful outcomes\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  With dysregulation and neurodevelopmental diagnoses on the rise, classrooms are more diverse than ever. Despite efforts to support each student's needs and sensitivities, educators are often left frustrated and unsupported when strategies for managing all kinds of behaviors, from anxiety to acting out, prove ineffective, short-lived, or even detrimental to the students' and teachers' happiness and progress.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  Through a reflective lens, this book equips teachers and support staff to help all students thrive by identifying and fostering each teacher's and child's individual differences and unique strengths. Written in an accessible, conversational style, this book will help educators:\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  - Build confidence in identifying and addressing behaviors in order to support student growth and brain development\u003cbr\u003e  - Learn about an interdisciplinary approach that combines education, occupational therapy, and psychology to better understand and navigate brain-based regulation, relationships, and behaviors in the classroom\u003cbr\u003e  - Use relevant research, illustrations, and strategies for reflective and experiential moments\u003cbr\u003e  - Discover strategies to facilitate co-regulation, establish positive classroom relationships, address sensory needs,             communicate with parents, and practice self-care\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  This reflective, insightful book provides workable strategies to help all students, as well as those who care for them, feel more competent, confident, and successful.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThis book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e provides practical, realistic, and useful guidance to Pre K-5 teachers everywhere. The authors effectively convey the key aspects of brain and bodily functioning that impact on student behavior and the reflections and interactive scenarios help the read put theory into practice.\u003c\/em\u003e \" -- Kellee Oliver\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThis manuscript digs deeper than the usual classroom behavior books do. With it′s deep dive into brain research, it helps the reader better understand the why behind so many of the behaviors that are seen in the classroom today. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eI was able to implement many of the strategies immediately into my own classroom. \u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e -- Hope Edlin\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eWith the pressure of test scores, the \"why\" helps us to address and help students become successful. This book will be very beneficial for teachers to use.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Stephanie L. Turner\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eEducators are always asking why students do what they do. We need to ask why. This book will \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eprovide practical, realistic and useful guidance for educators. It will allow students to develop progress academically and emotionally in a positive supportive environment. \u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e -- Tamara Daugherty,\u003cbr\u003e\"Searching for the Why \u003cem\u003eis highly useful, and needed for teachers.  The \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ecurrent brain -based research, clear writing style that makes it easy to understand, good real life examples of typical misbehaviors, charts for diagnosing one’s own students, and very good advice on preparing for meetings with parents and special education staff is essential for educators in the field.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e                             Searching for the Why -- Marcia LeCompte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter 1: Searching for the “Why?”    A Brief Introduction to Interpersonal Neurobiology    Applying a Brain-Based, Relational Lens to the Educational Setting Chapter 2: Regulation as the Foundation for Learning    What Is “Regulation”?    Reframing the Developmental Expectations of Regulation    Developmental Milestones in Regulation    Promoting Regulation in the Classroom Chapter 3: The Teacher-Student Dyad and Classroom Community    Understanding the Teacher-Student Dyad and Regulation-Response Cycle    The Power of Mirror Neurons    Harnessing the Positive Power of Mirror Neurons    Rupture and Repair    Facilitating the Continued Development of a Teacher-Student Dyad Chapter 4: Foundations of Sensory Processing for Regulated Learning    Foundations of Sensory Processing in the Classroom    Teacher-Student Dyad and Sensory Processing    Sensory Systems and Their Impact on Learning    Facilitating Sensory Integration for More Engaged Learning Chapter 5: Building a Sensory Smart Classroom    Sensory Preferences and Sensory Processing Disorder—What’s the Difference?    Recognizing Different School-Based Sensory Needs Chapter 6: Developing an Awareness of Individual Differences and Promoting Integration    Recognizing Individual Differences    Moving Toward Integrated Learning    Teaching Students to Search for the Why    Language-Based Learning Disabilities    Nonverbal Learning Challenges    Giftedness and 2E    Other Common Diagnoses That Impact Learning    Common Misconceptions Regarding Learning Disabilities    The Power of Early Intervention    Supporting Integration of Students With Individual Differences Chapter 7: Handwriting That Promotes Integrated Learning    Developmental and Sensorimotor Facets of Handwriting    Writing as an Integrated Brain Activity    Regulation and Handwriting    Facilitating Improved Handwriting Chapter 8: Considerations for Specialty Teachers    A Note about Relationships and Regulation in Specialty Classes    Sensorimotor Factors in Specialty Classes    Learning Differences Unique to Specialty Classes    Boosting Regulation and Participation in Specialty Classes Chapter 9: Redefining Behavior Plans    A Note About Behavior Plans    Structure, Appropriate Boundaries, and Clear Expectations    Natural Versus Punitive Consequences    The Power and Peril of Praise    The Lifespan of a Meltdown and In-The-Moment Strategies    Putting It All Together: A Newly Defined Behavior Plan Chapter 10: Supporting Students Who Need Additional Help    Understanding Supports Within Your School    Accessing External Supports    Establishing a Teacher-Parent Dyad    Preparing for a Parent Meeting References Index","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738200912215,"sku":"9781071816103","price":30.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-why-behind-classroom-behaviors-prek5-9781071816103","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}