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by Doris Bowman (Author), Rick Bowman (Author), Marc McLean (Editor)
Behavior tells a story. Transform how you understand it-and respond withtrauma-informed neuroscience-aligned strategies that truly work.
Far more than just a "how-to" guide for Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Support Plans, this
book empowers educators in any role with the why-a clear, trauma-informed, neuroscience-aligned
understanding of student behavior. Then it delivers the how with a flexible, ready-to-use framework for
applying that insight in every setting across the school day.
In the classroom, hallway, lunchroom, or team meeting-whether you're responsible to conduct the
assessment and create the plan, or to implement the plan daily with the student-you'll be equipped to:
- Use trauma-informed practices proactively and consistently-not just in crisis
- Conduct trauma-informed FBAs that uncover the root causes of behavior
- Design effective, skills-based behavior support plans that build regulation and connection
- Recognize and respond to signs of stress, trauma, and dysregulation in any school setting
- Create behavior plans that build lasting skills, not just attempt to reduce behaviors
- Apply trauma-informed practices not just in intervention plans-but throughout the entire school day
- Create environments where all students, especially those with trauma or neurodivergence, can thrive
Grounded in neuroscience and real-world experience, this guide makes powerful, research-backed practices
accessible for real-world implementation. It bridges the gap between understanding student needs and
responding with interventions that truly work-without overwhelming staff or relying on outdated behavior
charts and punishment-based methods.
Includes downloadable templates, planning tools, and sample interventions for immediate use-plus
exclusive access to a comprehensive online Resource Portal filled with additional tools, extended guidance,
recommended practices, and implementation supports to deepen your impact across all settings.
