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Also Known As: Behavior Management Plan, Behavior Support Plan, Positive Behavior Support Plan Parts of a Behavior Intervention Plan When creating a BIP, the first step is fact-finding to describe the problem behavior in measurable terms, with examples. It takes a look at the setting and events in the student’s life that may be associated with the behavior. It examines the likely precipitating events for the behavior, likely consequences, and also the contexts in which the behavior doesn’t occur....

Age group: 30-40 months Duration of activity: 20 minutes Although relay races may be too complex for young children, they will enjoy this simplified version.

If you have a painful or red patch on a breast, you should report this to your doctor because it could be a sign of mastitis.

All fish has some level of mercury in it, so it’s important to limit the amount of fish you eat, including tuna. You should also avoid fish with high mercury content altogether. That being said, abstaining from fish—and tuna specifically—during pregnancy is not recommended due to the nutritional benefits of eating it. Even though tuna often gets a bad rap when it comes to mercury, it’s important to know that there are actually multiple different types of tuna....

The key is to find out why your periods have been absent and what you can do about it. Read on to learn more about amenorrhea (or the lack of a period) including why you may not be having regular menstrual cycles and what can be done about it, especially if you want to get pregnant. Your Period and Getting Pregnant Your period is the most obvious sign that your body’s reproductive system is at least trying to operate....

5 to 10 minutes Materials Deck of playing cards Directions This will be a little messy and you might lose a few cards, but if you are willing to shuffle the deck and hand it over, curiosity will take care of the rest. Extensions Shuffle the cards and deal them, saying, “One for me and one for you.“Encourage your baby to give you some cards, being willing to return them if requested....

Taxes If you are self-employed, there are some tax considerations you’ll need to understand. Generally, a person who is self-employed is categorized as one of the following legal entities: Sole proprietor General partnership Limited liability corporation (LLC) S Corporation or C Corporation The simplest and most common form of ownership for people just starting a small business is a sole proprietorship. That means that you are the sole owner of the business....

What Are Charter Schools?Charter schools began in the early 1990s as publicly funded schools that offer families another choice in the education system. They are not private schools and do not have tuition. Charter schools are not held to many of the rules and regulations of traditional public schools. For example, the schools can create their own curriculum and grading systems, and teachers are not required to have a master’s degree or state teaching certification....

Help your child write a letter expressing her likes and dislikes, and then make a time capsule to put it in. 30 minutes to an hour Materials A few of your child’s favorite things Directions Extensions Have your child help to make a time capsule for you, selecting things that you care about. Talk about what you would both put into a capsule for your neighborhood, city, or country. Discuss what an imaginary character on television or in a book would put into a time capsule....

To Settle or Not to Settle? That Is the Question Now that most states have formulas for determining child support, there is little mystery about the outcome if you were to have a judge decide. If you are the custodial parent and your spouse isn’t willing to meet the state’s guidelines during negotiation, why should you settle? Most of the time, of course, you shouldn’t. But there are exceptions. The following are some important reasons for agreeing to less child support than the state’s guidelines might otherwise allow:...

Is the pediatrician on your insurance plan? Is he or she in a convenient location so that you don’t have to drive for an hour with a sick child? Are the office hours convenient for you? How long do you have to wait for an appointment? Will you always see your own pediatrician? How long will you be kept waiting in the office? Is someone available when the office is closed if you need help?...

How Popular Is the Name Claire? Claire has been one of the top 500 girl names in the U.S. since 1973, but it has been particularly popular for the past two decades. In 1998, it was ranked at No. 91, appearing in the top 100 for the first time. Since then it has continued to rise, peaking at No. 40 in 2016. The latest statistics show that Claire at the No....

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Defining Limits for Your Child Any limit you set for your child has gotta pass the Limit Test—it’s gotta fit inside your family’s values, and it can’t contradict your family rules. Here are all the qualifying considerations of an effective limit: Does the limit fit within your value system? Look at your family values statement. Say you have a statement that reads, “We solve our problems with words, not violence.” If so, this limit wouldn’t pass: “When John is fighting with Eliza, he’s only allowed to punch her on the arms, legs, and torso....