Challenging vs Reactive Behaviors
Who is being challenged during a "challenging behavior?"
The adult
How much of the brain is developed by 5 years old?
90%
___________ before you Correct
CONNECT
What are the 2 different types of love?
Conditional and Unconditional
When can you join in children's play?
When they invite you!
Learning cannot happen when ______________ is present.
Chaos
When do missed opportunities happen?
During Chaos!
Ask before you ______________
TELL
What are some examples of Conditional Love in a classroom?
I love.....
I like......
What is the easiest way to put Joy in your classroom?
Make it FUN!
What are some examples of children trying to get their needs met.
Crying
Screaming
Tantrum
Children need to be Heard, Understood and ____________________?
Respected
Teach to the _____________
HEART!
What are some examples of Unconditional Love in a classroom?
I noticed.....
I see....
I hear.....
Surveying
Showing Interest
Full Engagement
Celebration of Accomplishment
How do children learn best?
Through Play
WHAT is the missed opportunity when Chaos is in the classroom?
life skills - problem solving, negotiation, collaboration, compassion, understanding, prespective taking.
Kind
Loving
Firm
Fair
If children are Heard, Understood and Respected they are experiencing what?
Unconditional Love
What does PDA stand for?
Positive
Descriptive
Acknowledgement
Explosive Behavior + Reactive Reactions =
STRESS - Impatient and irritable reactions!!
T or F - Can infants really learn?
TRUE
Better and Consistent!
What are our CORE VALUES?
Fun
Family
Growth
Authentic
Team Work
FALSE