This is a very interesting read. The idea that a person will behave if they "can" is a different way to look at a situation. Ross Greene boils takes an approach of collaboration with challenging students using what he calls CPS Plan B (empathy, define the problem, invitation). He models for t...
Complete the ALSUP for a specific challenging kid. Pick a specific unsolved problem as the focus of your first attempt at Plan B with that kid. Which unsolved problem should you pick? Perhaps one that is causing the kid’s challenging behavior most often or setting the stage for his worst moments....