Learn how to rethink discipline policies, strengthen team spirit, and implement policy changes with Developing and Implementing Effective Discipline Policies, the workbook companion to the award-winning book Effective Discipline Policies. Written for early childhood administrators and principals, trainers, coaches, and consultants, this book can help guide your policies to success!Using the five-step model, discover how to use the data gained from the unique Teaching and Guidance Policy Essentials Checklist (TAGPEC) tool to:build teamsrethink discipline approachesdevelop young children's social-emotional competence to reduce challenging behaviorstrain staffimplement school-wide policiessupport continuous quality improvement effortsSuccessful behavior-guidance approaches in early childhood programs aren't only possible, they are also highly successful! With this book you can ensure your students get the best guidance possible under thoughtful discipline policies aimed toward skill development and growth.

Challenging behaviors can derail an early childhood learning community, and punishment and exclusion are not the answer. Young children need support and instruction to help them learn how to cooperate, listen, share, and interact positively with their peers and with adults. Where to start?Effective Discipline Policies offers clear, evidence-based information and an easy-to-use checklist to help administrators craft a developmentally appropriate, consistent, effective behavioral guidance policy that benefits all members of the learning community:For the teacher: a better classroom environment with fewer challenging behaviorsFor the child: a positive climate and nurturing approach that teaches real social skills and builds self-esteemFor the administrator: fewer challenging behaviors, support and clear expectations for teachers, and parents who feel heard and respectedFor parents and families: children are learning across all domains, have positive experiences with school, and feel respected and a part of the school communityAWARD WINNER!Academics' ChoiceTM 2018 Smart Book Award