Educator′s Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems

"Waller has written a wonderfully engaging book for teachers on how to influence child behavior using nonpunitive and supportive ways. This book is thoroughly grounded in contemporary learning theory and infused with a twinkling sense of humor."—Bruce A. Thyer, Professor of Social WorkFlorida State UniversityManage problem behaviors with solid techniques and a sense of humor!Most of the disruptive, problematic, aggravating, or inconvenient behaviors that children develop can be changed by using good behavior support strategies. This highly readable, lighthearted book presents research-supported principles for positive behavioral management in a way that will appeal to teachers, administrators, and other professionals who work with children. Enabling readers to see the humor in working with challenging students, this book:Provides an overview of effective behavior managementOffers short chapters that discuss basic behavioral strategies or principles through anecdotes and analogiesDraws parallels to real-life situationsProvides points to remember at the end of each chapter and suggested readings for related studyWith easy-to-implement methods, The Educator′s Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems is an invaluable resource for teachers, administrators, and parents looking for ways to motivate children and remedy classroom behavior problems.