Positive behavior can be taught. Join the thousands of teachers in schools nationwide who have used this positive approach to discipline to establish calm, safe classrooms in which students can do their best learning.The approach to discipline presented in this book helps children develop self-control, understand how positive behavior looks and sounds, and come to value such behavior.With many examples from their own classrooms, three experienced teachers offer practical techniques to help you:Establish clear expectations for behavior from day oneTeach students how to articulate their learning goals for schoolCreate classroom rules that connect to students" goalsUse techniques such as interactive modeling to teach positive behaviorReinforce positive behavior with supportive teacher languageQuickly stop misbehaviorRestore positive behavior so that children retain their dignity and continue learningJoin the thousands of teachers in schools nationwide who"ve used this positive approach to discipline to establish calm, safe classrooms in which students can do their best learning. K-8.