Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction
Overview

Purpose
Audience
Performance Standards
Organization of the Guide
Organization of the Modules

Definition of Icons

At A Glance

Getting Started

Questions and Answers about
Children with Challenging Behaviors

Module 1
Laying the Groundwork

Outcomes
Key Concepts
Background Information

Activity 1-1: Why Does He Act This Way?
Activity 1-2: The Power of Assumptions
Activity 1-3: Seeing Possibilities

Next Steps: Ideas to Extend Practice
Handouts

Handout 1: Phil's Story
Handout 2: Assumptions
Handout 3: Discussion Questions
Handout 4: Scotty Must Have Done It!
Handout 5: Role Play
Handout 6: Observer Worksheet
Handout 7: The Power of Assumptions

Module 2

Practically Speaking

Outcomes
Key Concepts
Background Information

Activity 2-1: Take a Look
Activity 2-2: Promoting Protective Factors
Activity 2-3: Finding Strengths
Activity 2-4: Assessing the Classroom Environment
Activity 2-5: Making Changes

Next Steps: Ideas to Extend Practice
Handouts

Handout 8: Running Record Form
Handout 9: Roles
Handout 10: Making a Difference
Handout 11: Strategies to Support Resilience
Handout 12: Where Are We?
Handout 13: Trouble Spots
Handout 14: Checklist
Handout 15: Adapting the Environment
Handout 16: Adapting Routines and Transitions

Module 3

Building a Supportive Environment

Outcomes
Key Concepts
Background Information

Activity 3-1: Asking for Help
Activity 3-2: What If?
Activity 3-3: Finding the Support You Need
Activity 3-4: Take Care of Yourself'

Next Steps: Ideas to Extend Practice
Handouts

Handout 17: Rose's Journal
Handout 18: Worksheet Questions
Handout 19: Epilogue
Handout 20: Draft Contingency Plan
Handout 21: Cartoon
Handout 22: Discussion Questions
Handout 23: Survival Tips

Continuing Professional
Development

Resources