**Preventing Behavior Problems
PREPARE FOR TRANSITIONS. From preschoolers to teenagers, all children have difficulty transitioning from one activity to another. Be prepared to help your children transition. Teach them how to bring closure to one activity and how to begin another. This may slow you down, but it will reduce tantrums and other behavior problems.
PREPARE FOR BIOLOGICAL CLOCKS. When we are hungry or tired we are less patient. Difficult children will become impossible when they are tired or hungry. Activities that take place right before a meal or right before bed should be simple and routine. Does that mean you should never allow children to play up to the last minute before dinner, or to push their energy level to enjoy an activity in the evening? No, just be prepared to help them out.
KNOW YOUR CHILD. If your child is very competitive and cannot handle losing a game, address this before the game starts or avoid competitive games. Use coaching and teaching to help your child develop the skills needed to deal with losing or failing. If your child has trouble controlling himself on trips, keep your outings short. To make your errands go easier, include an activity that your child perceives as fun.
KNOW YOUR CHILD'S TOLERANCE LEVEL. If your child becomes overwhelmed when routines are changed, give your child time to prepare and even choose whether or not to participate. Know when to leave an event - leave before your child is over stimulated or over tired.
PREPARE TO IGNORE THE "WHAT" AND REACT TO THE "WHY."
If you know your child is simply attempting to get your attention and the method being used is disruptive, ignore what your child is doing and find another reason to pay attention to your child. Don't set yourself up for a confrontation that you can avoid. Always look for the "why." Hungry children need to be fed - then you can talk to them about their behavior. They need to recognize that they get cranky when they are hungry and you can watch for this and help them.

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A B C's of Homework Teachers & Parents Teaching children how to do homework can be as easy as A B C! Come to this webinar and learn these practical and useful tips that can really help children be successful with school work. 3 Clock Hours and Certificates of Attendance are available for an additional fee Click for more information July 23, 2010-10:30-1:30 PDT This webinar will be presented by the Executive Director of Families Together for People with Disabilities Chris Curry ooooooooooooo *If you have any questions please give us a call 509 335 2321 *The webinar fee is $50.00 per site and there is no limit on how many people can watch at your site!

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Children who Challenge Tele/webinar
Young Children Workshop
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