Happy Kids Don′t Punch You in the Face

A Guide to Eliminating Aggressive Behavior in School

Ben Springer

• Publisher: Corwin
• Year: 2018
• Print ISBN: 9781506392790
• eBook ISBN: 9781506392813
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Behavioural Management

Take a positive approach to behavior intervention for results that work—and last!  

When there's a nuclear meltdown happening in your classroom, you don't have a second to think. This book is your trusted guide on what to do in the heat of the moment, and how you can decrease the chances of incidents happening in the first place. Its field-tested strategies integrate principles of behavioral intervention with the best practices of positive psychology—a fresh, effective response that respects the tough realities you face every day.  

Happy Kids takes a student-centered approach to behavior, emphasizing optimism and student happiness without sugarcoating the realities of managing your students. Inside you'll find:  

• Ready-to-use tools and guidelines 
• Practical guidance developed from the author's extensive experience training educators 
• Solutions that work now and support each student's future well-being 
• A deliberate focus at the classroom, building, and system level   

Whether you're a teacher, school counselor, psychologist, or administrator, Happy Kids has the guidance you need to manage behavior, ensure safety for all, and bring peace back to the classroom and school.

 

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title
• Acknowledgements
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Preface
• Overview: What This Book Will Do for You
• Acknowledgments
• About the Author
• Introduction The Lentil Incident
• 1 The Roots of Aggression and the Coercive Cycle
• 2 What Does Not Work
• 3 The Triangle of Power Systems of Prevention and You
• 4 Happy Kids Don’t Punch You in the Face
• 5 Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
• 6 Optimistic Teaming
• 7 Bringing It All Together The Step-by-Step “Happy Kids Don’t Punch You in the Face” Process
• Conclusion Where Are They Now? Student Snapshots!
• Appendices
• Appendix A The Coercive Cycle and How to Break It!
• Appendix B RIP Catharsis
• Appendix C RIP Corporal Punishment
• Appendix D The Better Reprimand
• Appendix E Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behavior (DRI)
• Appendix F Identifying Core Beliefs When Considering Discipline
• Appendix G List of Evidence-Based Screening Tools
• Appendix H Steps to Conduct a Basic Pilot (Feasibility) Study in Your District to Screen for Behavioral Problems in Students
• Appendix I Influence Tips From Robert Cialdini
• Appendix J Applications of RICH Theory to IEP Goals and BIP Goals
• Appendix K The Replacement Behavior Race
• Appendix L Reinforcement Checklist
• Appendix M Functional Behavioral Assessment Form
• Appendix N Sample Behavior Intervention Plan Write-Up
• Appendix O Behavior Data Infographic
• Appendix P “Hello There, Elephant” Worksheet
• Appendix Q Thought Replacement Exercises
• Appendix R Emergency Contact Information Form (Template)
• References
• Index
• Publisher Note