Lost at School: Why Our Kids with Behavioral Challenges are Falling Through the Cracks and How We Can Help Them,   ISBN:9781416572268

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I am a parent, not a teacher, but another parent told me she'd bought several copies of this book for her son's teachers because it was so helpful. I found it absorbing reading. My son has been challenging since 2nd grade (he's in 7th now). Having a diagnosis now that makes sense has helped relieve our guilt as "ineffective parents," but oh, how I wish we'd had this book years ago, as we could have avoided all those times of trying to "show him who's in charge" that never did any good. The beauty of this book is that you don't need a diagnosis to start figuring out what's causing the kid to act out and start making a difference. I think it ought to be required reading for every school administrator and child therapist. The principles are outlined and built upon by an author who clearly understands how people learn and retain information. The didactic is interspersed with "real life, names have been changed" stories of kids like ones you've probably met before.

I've heard this approach referred to as "Pick your battles" - but that's not accurate because the goal here is to avoid the battles and do things a different way. If you want more info, do a search on Dr. Greene's "Basket Method" and you'll get a brief explanation, although not enough to do it justice. It is obviously not a cure-all. And my son on the autism spectrum is probably not the easiest test case. But if you are a parent or teacher with a kid that you refuse to give up on, get this book - and fast.

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What a great book! Now I have to figure out how to get our local school onboard. Our son is 6 and has sensory processing disorder. Conventional discipline doesn't work very well for him. As I read this book, I saw my son in it and have begun using Plan B at home.

I bought and read "The Explosive Child" first and am convinced Ross Greene is on the right track.

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With this book Dr. Ross Greene proves himself as an expert in the area of children with difficult behaviors. He thoroughly explains a very practical approach in working with students who are unable to manage or control their own behavior. His method of treating misbehavior as a skill deficit rather than a problem helps adults understand a previously misunderstood population of children. I would recommend any adult working in the area of student discipline read this book. It will provide a whole new perspective on students that are often thought of as nothing but "trouble makers." This was one of the most thought provoking books I've read in a long time.

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I love this book. When I was half-way through it, I gave it to a colleague who needed it and immediately ordered another copy. It's the kind of book that rings true and shines with respect for children and their families, framing things in terms of unsolved problems and lagging skills. It is a book I recommend to anyone who wants a fresh way to look at "old" challenges and problems that have kept everyone locked into responses that don't work.

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As we look towards fixing and improving an education system that often fails children and families, this book brings together the science and compassion needed to help children with behavioral disorders who are being poorly served by some current practices. For educators, parents, and all concerned, this book provides insight, direction, and proven strategies for change.

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