"Happy Kids Don′t Punch You in the Face: A Guide to Eliminating Aggressive Behavior in School" Book Study (Summer, 2026)

Content
12 modules

Rating

Course length
15 hours

Instructor
Lisa Weier

Released
29 Apr 2026

Price
$0 - 50

Description

* This course is worth 15 continuing education contact hours (CECH) or one graduate credit. 
 

Take a positive approach to behavior intervention for results that work―and last! 

When there’s a nuclear meltdown happening in your classroom, this book is your trusted guide on what to do in the heat of the moment, and how you can prevent future incidents. These field-tested strategies integrate principles of behavioral intervention with the best practices of positive psychology. Inside you’ll find:

  • Ready-to-use tools and guidelines

  • Practical guidance developed from the author’s extensive experience training educators

  • Solutions that work now and support each student’s future well-being

  • A deliberate focus at the classroom, building, and system level

 

Book: "Happy Kids Don′t Punch You in the Face: A Guide to Eliminating Aggressive Behavior in School” by Ben Springer 

Website: https://resources.corwin.com/happykids

Objectives

Participants will: 

  • reflect on current behavior management practices and create one actionable plan to improve classroom responses to aggression and support long-term behavior change.

  • identify patterns to help schools adapt to the needs of students with extreme behaviors.

  • identify at least three contributing factors to aggressive student behavior and develop proactive strategies to address those factors within their educational setting.

 

Happy Kids Don’t Punch You in the Face: A Guide to Eliminating Aggressive Behavior in School – Alignment to Professional Teaching Domains

Danielson Domain

Connection to the Book

Domain 1: Planning and Preparation

Guides educators in planning proactive behavior supports and interventions that address the root causes of aggressive behavior and meet students’ social-emotional needs.

Domain 2: Classroom Environment

Promotes the development of safe, structured, and supportive classroom environments that reduce aggression and foster positive relationships.

Domain 3: Instruction

Provides practical strategies for teaching replacement behaviors, de-escalating conflict, and responding effectively to aggressive student behaviors during instruction.

Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities

Encourages educators to reflect on behavior management practices, collaborate with colleagues and families, and continuously refine strategies to support student behavior and well-being.

Learning credits

CECH
15.0
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Course Syllabus
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"Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face" by Ben Springer
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Week 1: Introduction and Chapter 1
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Week 2: Chapters 2 and 3
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Week 3: Chapters 4 and 5
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Week 5: Chapter 7
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Final Reflection
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I would recommend this book study to everyone who works in a school system, no matter what position they may hold.
 
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