More Behavior Solutions In and Beyond the Inclusive Classroom. Beth Aune
BETH AUNE, OTR/L
BETH BURT & PETER GENNARO
More Behavior Solutions In and Beyond the Inclusive Classroom
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This work is dedicated to the many students whose
daily challenges and successes have inspired us.
We are privileged to share your journey.
Acknowledgments
Thank you to my grandmothers, Betty Aune and Virginia Bell, whose strength of character, steadfast faith in God and family, grace, beauty, charm, and intelligence inspired me to reach for the stars and embrace life’s endless and joyful possibilities.
~ Beth Aune
Many thanks to all the staff at Future Horizons for all of their hard work behind the scenes. This truly is a collaboration. My contributions to this book would have never been possible without the help of many families, dedicated professionals, and educators (especially the teachers and staff at Belvedere Elementary). I am grateful to you all for your willingness to share your experiences and your lives with me, and I am awed by your determination, excitement and perseverance in changing a child’s life. My love and gratitude to my wonderful family and friends. I am so incredibly blessed to have you in my life! During times of laughter, stress, tears and joy, I can always count on you. Lastly, but not least, to God, who reminds me often that He has a plan for all of our kids (Jer 29:11). We are given the privilege of being part of that plan.
For William, David, Dominic and Melina - the next generation of students.
~ Beth Burt
I would like to acknowledge those who made it possible for me to have received my own education when I was young: my mother, father, and sister had the foresight to realize that only with the appropriate education would I find myself in a position to choose my future. I want to further acknowledge those teachers and administrators who did more than just present curriculum, but saw within me and others a potential to perhaps create a positive difference during the short time we are here.
~ Peter Gennaro
Table of Contents
SECTION ONE: Inside the Classroom
Leaving the Classroom without Permission
Lack of Focus in Whole Group Instruction
Difficulty Completing Independent Work
Difficulty Organizing Materials
SECTION TWO: Outside the Classroom
Getting Off the Bus and Out of the Car
Unsafe or Inappropriate Use of Equipment
“Aggressive” Behavior on the Playground or During PE
Difficulty Joining in Group Activities/Isolating