I saw this infographic recently and it really resonated with me. It has so many options which could work with almost any child or adult! Sometimes when our students are stressed or overwhelmed at school it's hard to find ways to help them cope. But, using something like this as a guide could really help. Especially for those that may take some time for teachers to build relationships with. Often they relate well to only one teacher and then they can't cope when that person is away. These are usually the times when you may see behaviour and actions really escalate in a school setting.
These students seem to 'misbehave' or act 'irrationally' from our view point. Really it's just that they need help to learn some coping skills. "What can I do if my 'go to' teacher is away?" " What will help when that sense of belonging and connection are missing if they aren't here with me?" "I'm feeling anxious and I don't know how to make it stop." Here is where our connections with students are so important. If they feel safe and happy to talk to you then they can begin to learn some valuable coping skills. Learning to cope is a lifelong skill that they can carry with them into the future, rather than the baggage that comes with the misbehaviour.
Nga Mihi,
Bex
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