But I want to be good!

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This book describes issues related to neurodiversity and trauma and strategies for responding to children with diverse and significant needs.

It has a proactive focus in seeking to prevent the impact on an educator’s well-being that occurs where severe behaviours persist or the educator feels unsupported.

Description

“But I Want to Be Good!” offers practical and insightful guidance for educators on how to support children displaying challenging behaviours in early childhood settings. Grounded in the author’s four decades of professional and personal experience in early years education, this book focuses on children with diverse and significant needs.

The book addresses issues related to neurodiversity and trauma, offering strategies for responding effectively. It takes a proactive approach to prevent educator burnout by providing strategies to manage behaviours and ensure support in the face of persistent challenges.

As disruptive, aggressive, and defiant behaviours increasingly emerge in early childhood settings, this book acknowledges the difficulties faced by educators. Many educators understandably struggle to meet the individual needs of children whose behaviour challenges the group dynamic and the learning environment.

Inspired by the heartfelt cry of a distressed four-year-old—“But I want to be good!”—the book operates on the premise that children are doing the best they can in any given moment. It explores the causes of challenging behaviours, often linked to normal developmental stages or unmet needs that cause stress. Drawing on case studies, the book shows educators how to compassionately and professionally examine the underlying reasons behind a child’s behaviour. By considering the environments and resources available in their settings, educators are better equipped to support all the children in their care, fostering positive outcomes for everyone involved.

This book is an invaluable resource for early childhood educators looking to navigate the complexities of challenging behaviours with understanding, compassion, and professionalism.

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