A middle school boy with Down Syndrome was recently placed in a program where I consult after being dismissed from every other therapeutic school … [Read more...] about Wait for Him to Grow
No Novocain
Upon my return to the dentist today, following the debacle last year where one simple filling resulted in damaged jaw muscles that required months … [Read more...] about No Novocain
No Knuckle
I was told by my primary doctor that I should see a hand surgeon about my broken hand. Bottom line, I just had my appointment with the hand surgeon … [Read more...] about No Knuckle
No Fingerprints
It turns out I don't have leave finger prints when I touch things. I had to go the Rl Attorney General's office, Bureau of Criminal Investigation … [Read more...] about No Fingerprints
Match the Dress
I'm approaching the end of a painting project that's had me back and forth to Home Depot every day this week, starting on Sunday. Once to get the … [Read more...] about Match the Dress
It Was In The Drain
The tub was draining slowly so I investigated, and this is the sea monster I pulled out. More than a foot long and over an inch in diameter in … [Read more...] about It Was In The Drain
Hands
Her hair was cut short and curled. It didn’t look bad, but my instinct was to say nothing about it so I kept my comments to myself as she passed me … [Read more...] about Hands
Enjoy the Moment
Christmas evening and we are outside with a deck full of people. Wood smoke heavy with oak and sage hangs in the air while cello, deep and … [Read more...] about Enjoy the Moment
Fluid Reinforcement and Continuous Feedback Systems
Reinforcement is defined as an outcome or event, following a behavior, that strengthens that behavior. It comes in a multitude of forms and sizes, … [Read more...] about Fluid Reinforcement and Continuous Feedback Systems
Engagement-Relationship
Engagement-Relationship: Guide to Articles Establishing Relationships with Students Attunement Communication for Better Classroom Management … [Read more...] about Engagement-Relationship
Time Out Guidelines and Training
Guidelines and Training Time out refers to the practice of excluding the student from ongoing classroom activities for a brief period of time. … [Read more...] about Time Out Guidelines and Training
Student Profile Form: A Rating of Student Social, Emotional & Behavioral Functioning
Repeated administration of the Student Profile over the course of the school year can show the level of progress the student has made in the … [Read more...] about Student Profile Form: A Rating of Student Social, Emotional & Behavioral Functioning