Khalil is an incredibly happy, energetic, eight-year-old boy. Prior to moving from south to west Jackson, Khalil had severe challenging behavior. He and his family were physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted and in desperate need of help. His parents tried strict disciplinary actions and punishments, but nothing seemed to work with their youngest son. They felt like they were failing!
Now Khalil is starting second grade at a new school and his parents are nervous that he will have trouble adjusting. He is the youngest of three and enjoys sports and video games.
Problem Behaviors
Likely to tantrum (prolonged whining, crying, screaming, and dropping
to the ground) and then sometimes throwing an object when someone places a
demand to go somewhere. When he tantrums and throws objects, he is sometimes
allowed to continue playing or the transition of going somewhere is prolonged.
This results in temporarily escaping the transition or delaying “going
somewhere”.
Likely to tantrum (prolonged whining, crying, and screaming) or throw
objects when he is asked to share toys or an activity. When he tantrums or throws
objects, he is then given the item back that he had previously or allowed to
continue playing or he is given a preferred item or activity. This results in adults
withdrawing demands.
Assignment
Develop a comprehensive, well thought out classroom management plan for Khalil and his family that would support improved behaviors. You are free to be as innovative as you like but please reference your approaches and provide context.
