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When families and school staff work together as partners in school and programwide PBIS systems, implementation improves and there are better outcomes for everyone involved. Sharing responsibility for school-wide plans and procedures and using similar strategies at home help students generalize pro-social behaviors across the community. On this page, there are specific resources for families as well as resources for coaches who collaborate with families daily.
National Pyramid Model Backpack Series: Teaching Children Social Emotional Skills at Home
Make Life Easier: Resources for Teaching and Organizing Routines In and Out of the Home
Communication is key: Strategies to Improve Communicating with Your Child
Giving Positive Feedback Starters: Providing Positive Feedback and Encouragement to Your Child
Today I feel: Teaching Your Child to Express Their Feelings
How We Can Stay Calm: Strategies to Help You and Your Child during Challenging Behaviors
Taking a Break: Using a Calm Down Area at Home
Rules at Home: Teaching Children What to Do vs. What NOT to Do
Solution Kit Home Edition: Problem Solving with Picture Cards
Barton Research Lab Resources for Families: Resources for families including managing challenging behaviors, social emotional development, play and recreation, inclusion, diversity, acceptance, preparing for school, and advocacy.
Scripted Stories for Social Situations: Resources in multiple languages for transitions, routines in the home, and problem solving.
National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations Booklist: Diverse examples of books that can be used to promote social-emotional skills such as feelings and emotions, friendships, kindness, and problem solving for ages 3-8.
Pennsylvania Families Incorporated: PFI is a not for profit Statewide Family Network providing support to families raising children and youth with emotional, behavioral, and special needs, as well as serving as an advocate in the different child serving systems.
PA Parent and Family Alliance: Free resources for parents whose children are experiencing mental health challenges including access to the podcast, "This is Not What I was Expecting," Tips Sheets written by parents for parents, navigating the juvenile justice system, and networking.
Family Routine Guide: Strategies for the common routines and activities that occur during the family’s week. This workbook provides ideas that will assist parents/caregivers in thinking about what the child may be communicating through his/her challenging behavior and how to develop a plan of support.
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