Preface Overview: What This Book Will Do for You Acknowledgments About the Author Introduction: The Lentil Incident 1. The Roots of Aggression and the Coercive Cycle 2. What Does Not Work 3. The Triangle of Power: Systems of Prevention and You 4. Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face 5. Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis 6. Optimistic Teaming 7. Bringing It All Together: The Step-by-Step "Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face" Process Conclusion: Where Are They Now? Student Snapshots! Appendices Appendix A: The Coercive Cycle and How to Break It! Appendix B: RIP Catharsis Appendix C: RIP Corporal Punishment Appendix D: The Better Reprimand Appendix E: Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behavior (DRI) Appendix F: Identifying Core Beliefs When Considering Discipline Appendix G: List of Evidence-Based Screening Tools Appendix H: Steps to Conduct a Basic Pilot (Feasibility) Study in Your District to Screen for Behavioral Problems in Students Appendix I: Influence Tips From Robert Cialdini Appendix J: Applications of RICH Theory to IEP Goals and BIP Goals Appendix K: The Replacement Behavior Race Appendix L: Reinforcement Checklist Appendix M: Functional Behavioral Assessment Form Appendix N: Sample Behavior Intervention Plan Write-Up Appendix O: Behavior Data Infographic Appendix P: "Hello There, Elephant" Worksheet Appendix Q: Thought Replacement Exercises Appendix R: Emergency Contact Information Form (Template) References Index
The book includes: Practical guidance developed from extensive training Solutions that work now and support each child's future well-being Deliberate focus at the classroom, building, and system level
Ben Springer is an award-winning and nationally certified school psychologist. Dr. Springer is also the author of the popular books Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face (2018) and GPS: Good Parenting Strategies (2021). Dr. Springer has served in schools as an autism specialist, school psychologist, behavior specialist, and Director of Special Education. In 2017, Dr. Springer founded Totem PD, a professional development company for educators and mental health practitioners with Dr. Ben Belnap.