Spotlight on Young Children : Challenging Behavior / Charis L. Wahman and Janice K. Lee, editors.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Wahman, Charis L., editor.

Lee, Janice K., editor.

Series:

Spotlight on Young Children Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Children with disabilities.

Early childhood education--Activity programs.

Early childhood education.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (156 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : National Association for the Education of Young Children, [2024]

Summary:

This book provides educators with practical strategies to address challenging behavior in young children. It emphasizes culturally responsive approaches, the importance of social and emotional development, and the role of early childhood educators in guiding positive behavior. The book is structured into three parts: preventive practices, targeted practices, and intensive practices, offering guidance on becoming a social and emotional teacher, understanding children's play, and employing functional assessment and positive behavior support. The work aims to equip teachers with tools to manage behavior in early learning environments effectively, highlighting the need for professional growth and self-care among educators. Targeted at early childhood educators and program leaders, it addresses the increasing behavioral challenges in young children due to various factors, including adverse experiences and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Introduction

Part One: Preventive Practices

Becoming a Social and Emotional Teacher: The Heart of Good Guidance

Culturally Responsive Strategies to Support Young Children with Challenging Behavior

Culturally Appropriate Positive Guidance with Young Children

Understanding Young Children’s Play: Seeing Behavior Through the Lens of Attachment Theory

Outdoor Recess Matters! Preventing and Reducing Children’s Challenging Behavior on the Playground

Part Two: Targeted Practices

Building Meaningful Relationships: Tips for Children Who Display Challenging Behavior

A Three-Step Approach: Promoting Young Children’s Self-Regulation and Language During Conflict

Instead of Discipline, Use Guidance

Responses to Challenging Behavior: Why Some Common Strategies Don’t Work and What to Do Instead

Part Three: Intensive and Individualized Practices

Becoming a Better Behavior Detective: Applying a Developmental and Contextual Lens on Behavior to Promote Social and Emotional Development

Functional Assessment and Positive Behavior Support: The Role of Early Learning Program Leaders and Teachers

Reducing Challenging Behavior During Transitions: Strategies for Early Childhood Educators to Share with Parents

Index Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781952331312

1952331315

OCLC:

1441721176