Meltdowns. Hitting. Power struggles over every. Little. Thing. There are so many moments in toddlerhood where we find ourselves thinking,“... What do I do now?” Taught by one of the world’s most respected experts, this class is a comprehensive guide to handling behavior in children ages 15 months to 5 years. You’ll learn easy-to-implement strategies that can help you navigate any tricky toddler behavior calmly & confidently.
LESSONS
1
An Introduction to Toddler Behavior
2
Where Behaviors Come From: How Development, Temperament, & Context Play a Role
5
Your Job When Managing Behavior
4
5 Steps for Managing Behavior
5
Tantrums & Meltdowns
6
Physical & Verbal Aggression
7
Other Common Scenarios
8
Toddler Behavior Bonus Q&As
ABOUT
How child development contributes to toddler behavior
What your role is—and is not—in managing toddler behaviors
Strategies for staying calm & in control
Step-by-step instructions for handling tantrums, physical aggression, hurtful words, bedtime battles & so much more
Pro tips for how to handle sharing, separation anxiety, and saying “I’m sorry”
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Claire Lerner, MSW, LCSW is a child development specialist with over 30 years of experience working with children and families. A trained social worker and psychotherapist, Claire earned her master's at the NYU School of Social Work. She provides guidance on parenting and child development to families, preschools, and pediatricians. Claire is also an author and parent of two.
Claire Lerner, MSW, LCSW