Redirecting Behavior

Learn ways to redirect a child’s challenging behavior before it escalates. This video is part of a series of 15-minute in-service suites on Engaging Interactions and Environments.
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[@cheytoriagoode389]

Redirection cuts down on problematic behaviors. It helps the class run more smoothly and efficiently

[@yrodlulu1437]

This works if implemented early enough in a child's life. Not so much when you get an angry 4 to 5yr old. That is used to getting their way. I've been punched kicked cursed you name it. I love and enjoy my job but we need new research in this new generation

[@christinasweetheart2810]

I really wish they would do a video of that scenario. That's really how it goes. Videos like this are helpful but I feel are not blunt and truthful to what really goes on...

[@juanperez-df1mo]

interesting points ,if anyone else trying to find out how to discipline toddlers try Loctavan Teaching Toddler Strategy (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my co-worker got excellent results with it.

[@hasmeenc.4739]

There are books about, no so much videos though, I am not sure of the names but there is one about “thinking outside the box” about feelings and “managing emotional mayhem”. And it’s a day to day struggle until the child understand and realizes what it is wanted from him/her in a school environment. Persistence as patience is all that it’s needed.

[@Gsoup83]

it works k-college age. when students exhibit major behavioral issues no amount of redirection is gonna help them. they need more assistance. (get tested, iep, medication, therapy and/or counseling) at the end of the day they are all humans(though some are little humans) dealing with big problems.

[@MssMoli]

I totally agree with you. Everyday, it is more common to have challenging children in the classroom, not the tipically distracted/bored child who would just talk or look away and these advices would help a lot, I mean really challenging and violent children who would hit, argue, curse, run, etc,. from the very beginning during the whole class and would not listen or make eye contact at all. All these advices are thought as if all misbehave children would listen to you mediatelly and that's not happening.

[@onepercentruleeveryday]

practiced discipline with patience becomes so powerful that our efforts starts shining light upon the results which were earlier hard to even see!:)

[@gilmalauderdale6102]

Redirecting behaviors is a form of a trick in disguise. It works well if the application comes gently and meaningful to them. It works like avoiding falls as one see them coming. The best thing to do, it would be to change pathways. Being alert of situations is best when this application is taken. A positive cue: Gentle and loving.

[@colleenseifert8275]

We need to be aware and stay calm. Reminding them of their good behaviors.

[@SunshineJoe-cx8yz]

Indeed.

[@lindaann7526]

Redirecting behavior in the classroom is very helpful because it’ll help with behavior problems and make it easier on the teachers and students. Linda S.

[@wendy4ronpaul]

This technique is excellent to be applied at home too....or anywhere....patience ..they are also learning by observing everyone...

[@jamedave1323]

She was scared of reading at the beginning - afraid of being mistaken. Yet right after 2 months followed this reading guideline *4ChildrenReading. Com* she has started beginner novels and reads on her own! The results genuinely amazed me! Any age level could use this method.?

[@lisaburge6632]

Redirecting behavior in the classroom is very helpful. Help children with their behavior run class much smoothly.

[@evangelinespruill3101]

Patient is a virtue. Sometimes you have to wait it out and let the child calm down then have the conversation seems to help me to get them back in focus.

[@jelaqcelag5101]

Last March, I stumbled upon this reading guideline KidslearnReading4.blogspot.com My boy and I have been really serious in performing reading lessons since then. These days, my son don`t need my assistance to read textbooks. My boy feels really confident and is doing good in Kindergarten this year.?

[@ashleygibson2342]

Exactly. I think us as adult often want and to some degree expect answers now. It is not our job to punish them for feeling emotions but guide them through those emotions.

[@playgrounddolls7766]

Well today to be a teacher and orginize full class behavior in psychologically correct way towards childs brain and feelings You need a stainless steel nerves and...eggs. I would suggest rise wages for teachers to keep them motovated.

[@lindavasquez7605]

I'm a teenager but I'm really good with autistic kids so thanks for your help

[@prof.robsonsouza]

Thank you very much , it´s been very useful for me , may God bless you all.

[@evangelinespruill3101]

This video show me other ways to redirect students in the classroom.

[@HelloPeeps7869]

What about a child who is aggressive and likes to pretend to shoot at people? This child has been moved several times to different schools, and he ended up in our classroom. Child punched another student in her face. Please help.

[@anazambrano7212]

Keep looking for help . never give up.

[@aliciamcgrath8230]

@Keegan Newton James what on Earth are you talking about???

[@marclabrie6027]

Discipline

[@Starfish6]

@@aliciamcgrath8230 lmaoo

[@Starfish6]

Ass whooping

[@molly6966]

What is the grade level and what is the subject that they are teaching?

[@gwendolynneformwalt2659]

When you say on a cue like what do you mean I'm trying to follow the video but it doesn't make sense and plus I'm a student taking a childcare course at CCBC

[@nekeshawilliams8224]

Redirecting behavior is positive way of helping a child.

[@breastsleepingmuse9446]

so much inspiration thank you teachers

[@LeaDiary]

Discipline very important to practice specially with the kids

[@Lady_Caster]

Could we upload a better quality version of this? 360p is terrible and substanded even for when this was first put up in 2015

[@cjbayt7468]

Redirecting behavior works well if you see it coming. I have one child who becomes very angry for no reason. It is hard to tell when or what will set him off. If you do redirecting with him, it will make him more angry and his frustration grows to the point of hitting and kicking anyone within reach. even teachers. I have to pick him up and take him to another room all the while he is kicking and trying to hit me and pull my hair. He has been kicked out of another Preschool because of this. Our director thinks we can change his behavior so he is with us for good.

[@ashleygibson2342]

Hey, I’ve had a few kids like that. One thing that I finds helps is talking about it and truly trying to sympathize with the child. Once they know they have communicated their emotional state, and as long as you remain calm in your response, it opens up the door to redirect. Another thing I did was give him appropriate outlets to display this anger. Have him color “the mad out” of his body, say “It hurts our friends when we hit. (Or whatever) Instead lets stomp our foot and say “I’m mad.” And stop his feet.

[@ialbuquerque259]

​@@ashleygibson2342yesss, that is what I was thinking about! also, helping him to name the feeling and identify more physical signs of anger may help, once he will be able to notice some of those signs coming! or even when he does get mad, knowing the name of the feeling and its impacts on his body and mind allows them to think of calming and regulating strategies

[@crystalpreuett9539]

What happens in one of these fantasy world classrooms they're showing: Student: (not helping others clean up centers) Teacher: (has already, in a nonconfrontational way, reminded off task child of what they should be doing) "Jack, which center would you like to help clean up? You're so smart, you know where all our materials go in each center! Maybe you could help your friends who seem to be having trouble remembering how to tidy up one of our centers." Student: "Yeah, I am good at cleaning up, huh?! I'll go help Sofia with putting up all the Play-Doh stuff!" *What happens in a REAL classroom:* [Same scenario as above, but the student's response would be more like the one below]: Student: "I don't have to clean up! (Throws various materials all over the classroom. He then begins laughing hysterically and running around the classroom to get away from the teacher, who is trying to stop him from throwing more toys, and is telling him he needs to sit in the "thinking chair" for making his "bad choice".) Children today aren't taught respect and obedience. Instead, they are taught that they are never to blame for anything, and that adults must cater to their every whim. Btw, this isn't a grouchy old lady who has a "Shame on kids these days" attitude; I'm a 35 yr old former K and Pre-K3 teacher who loved my school babies dearly, but had to quit to be a SAHM due to the physical and mental stresses of trying to handle classes that consisted of numerous behaviorally disturbed children.

[@monaghanfan18]

DITTO, GIRL.....DITTO. Your scenario is exactly the same as mine. 30 + years old, quit 2 years ago because I kept having ulcers from the stress of an overly packed classroom, no discipline allowed, and coworkers who had zero passion for the beautiful children we were working with. I finally had to throw in the towel after 9 years of working at my job. I loved my babies dearly too.

[@crystalpreuett9539]

@@monaghanfan18 I'm sorry you had to endure all that for 9 years. Nobody should have to endure that kind of heck on Earth! And on top of it all, here are these innocent students caught in the crossfire and paying the price of a culture who is in major moral decline, and the "couldn't care less unless it benefits me" administration of many schools. 😢

[@monaghanfan18]

@@crystalpreuett9539

[@0143ram]

So true...

[@MssMoli]

You could not describe it better! Not a grouchy old lady here either, that's just the reality in today'd classroom, more and more common.

[@music0cool]

Should teach this to all to-be parents

[@user-ci3pe]

YES. I believe there would be less people in jails and prisons if we start at childhood. Early childhood education is so valuable and it’s especially important for parents to teach their children social skills, self regulation, etc.

[@user-yv8zb3rs1h]

debemos hablarles y explicarles de muchas maneras sin perder la paciencia no gritarles darles ejemplos y con juegos y hablandoles con mucho carino sin gritar y mostrandoles imagines

[@erika4144]

Great video!! Erica C.

[@laa2902]

Hope this applies to hyperactive and unmediated first graders!

[@shelbyrea9898]

Most likely it would work even with early elementary kids. So long as you can get their attention on something else

[@dealingwithfeeling763]

Hi, I would like to collaborate with your channel. Dealing with Feeling helps people cope with feelings. We aim to help children cope with feelings early on so they do not struggle with emotions later on but know them as drivers on their path.

[@oskarsiebold71]

true

[@SunshineJoe-cx8yz]

Great tips.

[@alamoprepper9041]

Thanks teacher uses redirection and I use same lessons at home now I know what it is

[@nekeshawilliams8224]

Great video (ms Monique)

[@evangelinespruill3101]

Good advice

[@randomuploadsism]

didn’t see any problem behaviour in this video!

[@bradgonzaga3390]

Review the topic! I think you miss the discussion!

[@jeniferriquelme1219]

Very helpful video 😁

[@patrciaclemons8183]

Teaching young humans to grow up to be manipulators since year 1. Good job America.

[@keiwonahale]

okay thanks miss lokayaandokayI

[@elenawhtenack6564]

Admiral Herbert G. Hopwood High School

[@irenekelenc4559]

The "gentle touch" could still look threatening to some parents or children even if its used by the teacher in a manner that is meant to gently redirect. The is the generation of sensitive helicopter parents and children, trust me.

[@jazzyg6059]

You're being dramatic

[@KitanKate]

@@jazzyg6059 don't worry, that's just a person who doesn't work in childcare, and if they do...they shouldn't.

[@user-ci3pe]

Then you could explain to the parents the purpose of the gentle touch.

[@user-fo5bo8bx5o]

Encourage children to be independent ,to be creative and set limits for children in a constuctive ,respectful manner,.anticipate problems and redirect; Provide children opportunities to interact with multiple materials and support critical thinking and broblem solving skills. During Morning with children have conversation about feelings ,gently touches.

[@user-iq5rf7ni2u]

Helpful

[@marclabrie6027]

Time outs don't work

[@ryanbearse8831]

Summer 2015

[@deborahdearmin3449]

behavior guidance useful

[@joannaherring83]

Deborah Dearmin qq

[@dilipmandal7021]

Useful giidence

[@Lyfeoflillie]

I have a child in my class with biting problems, and another who curses, and another who hits.

[@bobbysbackyard5310]

As an infant educator I would love to hear your thoughts on this video I just made "5 Little Ducks - Bobby's Backyard - SONGS" I would appreciate any advice you would be willing to give! thank you!!

[@nefrareece3494]

Classroom management

[@mayaavelarde6490]

😱😱😱

[@CubanGirl-oo4pg]

When I was a child I was punished and spanked. Because of that I suffer a traumatic condition called education

[@Fascinatingfacts77]

I sent my kid just turned 3 to the blended pre school nearby in USA . Almost all teachers were polite and kind. I was very curious and see group app pics that day to see how my kid was doing . All kids pics except my kid .i asked teacher where is my kid and whether my kid is ok. Teacher said it is kids responsible to come and sit. Also she secretly bullied me called me names hungry ladybug.also next day holloween craft she cut like a middle finger paste on paper and draw "U" in the border and make my kid to hold with that picture while other kids holding pumpkin photos and posted on group app. After she abused my innocent kid like that and She set my kids iPad password as "sheep". She insulted me in the field trip. Point is I am old and smart enough to know I was being bullied by a racist psycho teacher.. Even tho other teachers are polite and kind, and not aware of knowing this .I stopped my kids school and homeschooling my kid. I am typing this to lighten my heart. The terrible thing is other kind teachers might not know the truth or wrongly informed. It is always good to hear the two part of story and decide. For example . If a person point out an apple and say it is a pear, no one is fool enough to believe it blindly. At least they use their own conscious to just see it. One thing is for sure. If only the head is straight, then a tail will be going in a right direction. If a head itself in a wrong direction, then the tail will be in wrong direction inevitably. Even though I like to send my kid to free school, I am really scared . Becoz of some gossiping teachers ,this incident affected my other kid who is in same district connected school .where her class teacher keep giving her whole month lunch detentions for no good reason in the end of year and mentally torture her. In repot card she put ( Positive relationship with school-NA means not improved ) Mental abuse of the kid by a teacher to take on their parents is also a sin. Poisoning other good teachers by gossiping is the disgusting behavior. Point is , if someone gossip, it is foolish to believe it right away.and take revenge on innocent souls. Everyone must understand. Plz don't think just becoz you have power , you can do anything you want and no one is watching . I 100% know there is GOD and he is watching and waiting for the right time to teach a lesson to the vengeful ones. Thank you

[@rosaliazepeda1221]

ravi kumar i am so sorry this happened to you and your kids.

[@kellytaylor1282]

As a teacher, I am very sad to hear this. There are some really bad teachers out there that need to find a new career.

[@johnbutton3644]

Hi I'm haylie

[@kchavis7671]

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[@saifserai36]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else trying to find out best toddler parenting books try Loctavan Teaching Toddler Strategy (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my colleague got amazing success with it.

[@repenttoday8070]

corporate punishment worked in the 1950s-1980s

[@garincoleman2792]

You would have less behavioral problems if you the ocse didnt remove the father from their lives and charge ridiculous payments so ocse and the counties can recieve federal incentive payments