Problem: Develop a comprehensive, well thought out classroom management plan.
Case Study Summary
Khalil is an incredibly happy, energetic eight-year-old boy. Before moving from south to west Jackson, Khalil had severe challenging behavior. He and his family were physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted and desperately needed help. His parents tried strict disciplinary actions and punishments, but nothing worked 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 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.