Now early childhood professionals have their own guide to the popular Prevent-Teach-Reinforce (PTR) model--the research-proven, family-centered approach used in schools nationwide to resolve challenging behaviors. Developed by top behavior experts, this practical, reader-friendly guidebook shows you how to improve the social-emotional development and prevent challenging behaviors of young children in preschool settings by:

• Preventing behavior problems
• Teaching proactive communication and social skills
• Reinforcing positive behavior

A highly effective approach drawn from the research and principles of applied behavior analysis and positive behavior support, Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Young Children will help you

• resolve persistent challenging behaviors
• address problem behaviors common in younger children
• set individualized goals for children
• conduct family-centered assessment and intervention
• help children with and without disabilities
• work effectively with diverse families
• collect reliable data and use it to inform next steps

The CD-ROM includes planning forms and worksheets tailored for early childhood programs, including a Goal Sheet, Daily Log, Behavior Rating Scale, Intervention Menu, and Team Implementation Guide. And four detailed case examples walk you through the PTR-YC steps and implementation.

Ideal for a wide range of early childhood settings--including preschools, Head Start, and child care programs--this practical guide will help you resolve even the toughest behavior challenges in young children.

A featured book in our Better Behavior Kit