Together we can make a world where all children grow mentally fit and cognitively strong. But what about the days—and there are many—when we feel completely, totally, and undeniably disheartened? The days that threaten joy and attempt to swipe our hope. These are the days when we need tools, resources, and straightforward conversations to know that hope can stick—even in the stickiest situations.
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Together we can make a world where all children grow mentally fit and cognitively strong. But what about the days—and there are many—when we feel completely, totally, and undeniably disheartened? The days that threaten joy and attempt to swipe our hope. These are the days when we need tools, resources, and straightforward conversations to know that hope can stick—even in the stickiest situations.
As educators, we see lots of tricky behaviors, and it's natural to want to find labels to help us make sense of the way kids are behaving. In episode 19, we talk about helping students develop habits for positive behaviors without labeling students in negative ways. This is Sticky Hope.
Links Mentioned
Roots to Response Behavior Sheet
Timeline
00:00 Understanding Student Behavior: A Teacher's Journey03:48 Navigating Antisocial Behaviors in the Classroom06:47 The Importance of Labels: Understanding vs. Judging09:39 Developing Replacement Behaviors for Positive Interaction12:45 Tools for Advocacy: Behavior and Skills Tracking16:10 New Chapter
Key Takeaways
Skylar's behavior was a call for attention, not defiance.
Understanding behavior as an indicator of interaction with the world is crucial.
Labeling behaviors can lead to misinterpretation and ineffective responses.
Antisocial behavior exists on a continuum and requires nuanced understanding.
Replacement behaviors are essential for teaching new skills.
It's important to differentiate between antisocial behavior and the child themselves.
Teachers often feel embarrassed about challenging behaviors in the classroom.
Documentation of behaviors and interventions is vital for seeking support.
Developing skills is the focus for both students and teachers.
Creating a supportive environment can lead to positive changes in behavior.
Sticky Hope
Together we can make a world where all children grow mentally fit and cognitively strong. But what about the days—and there are many—when we feel completely, totally, and undeniably disheartened? The days that threaten joy and attempt to swipe our hope. These are the days when we need tools, resources, and straightforward conversations to know that hope can stick—even in the stickiest situations.
