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# Dr. Jane Bluestein

Tips on behavior, relationships, and mental health

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- [Book: Managing 21st Century Classrooms](https://janebluestein.com/2014/book-managing-21st-century-classrooms/) - How to avoid ineffective classroom management practices! by Dr. Jane Bluestein You know all those behavior management strategies we learned to use in our teacher ed classes (and many subsequent workshops)? Well guess what! Some of them are actually making things worse! It’s long past time for our approach to classroom management to catch up to
- [Products Updated](https://janebluestein.com/2026/14439/) - The Beginning Teacher's Survival Guide Win-Win Strategies for Success. At the start of your career or at the end of your rope—an essential resource for beginning teachers and veterans who want an easier, more successful career. New from Dr. Bluestein's updated Original Reprint series. Available in paperback or Kindle edition. Creating Emotionally Safe Schools Create
- [Book: Creating Emotionally Safe Schools, 2nd edition](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - It's here!! A Guide for Parents & Educators-2nd edition by Dr. Jane Bluestein and Tom Hierck Note: Order from Amazon now (Kindle or paperback editions available) OR Order directly from the publisher, Solution Tree. Shorter, tighter, and even more read readable, this updated, research-based book covers all the bases—including, social, neurological, emotional, academic, cultural and
- [Dr. Bluestein’s Original Reprint Series](https://janebluestein.com/2022/dr-bluesteins-original-reprint-series/) - New Life for Old (and Not-so-Old) Books In the world of publishing, it is not unusual for books to have a natural life cycle. When two of my publishers downsized, several of my books went out of print. Getting the rights back to this content has allowed me to set up this new Original
- [“Pads” on the Back Templates](https://janebluestein.com/2012/pads-on-the-back-templates/) - A world of positivitity! FREE “Pads” on the Back™ Templates in 40+ languages (so far) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. Download for FREE! (Go directly to the list of languages for your free downloads.) The same 8 sentence starters in our original pre-printed “Pads” on the Back are now available in a reproducible
- [Book: The Perfection Deception](https://janebluestein.com/2015/book-the-perfection-deception/) - perfectionism, image, authenticity, mental, health, culture, self-care, relationships, motivation, attachment, emotional safety, healthy pursuit of excellence
- [Ordering Instructions](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ordering-instructions/) - Secure Ordering Online By the end of 2021, we had closed our store and emptied our warehouse. Items still listed on our Products Page are available, either as a drop-ship directly from the publisher or through online retailers. As we release updated and revised versions of certain out-of-print books and develop new material, links are
- [Free books](https://janebluestein.com/2019/free-books/) - Inventory: all cleared out! 2026 Update: Over the past ten years or so, as my publishers downsized and my former editorial teams retired or relocated, all but a few of my books were pulled out of print. I was happy to get the rights back to this material and continue to work with my “ePub
- [What’s a Purchase Order?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/whats-a-purchase-order/) - Confessions of an Accidental C.E.O. The following article follows the arc of a 50-plus-year career in education. It starts with an adaptation of a chapter for Tricia Gallagher’s 1991 book, For All the Write Reasons: Forty Successful Authors, Publishers, Agents, and Writers Tell You How to Get Your Book Published. I have followed this excerpt
- [Interview questions: Creating Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein. For the same interview questions with answers, click here. • We’ve seen so much in the news about violence in schools, yet your book does not focus exclusively on violence prevention. Why is that? • What makes a school an emotionally safe place? • Is this different from
- [Stop Telling Me How Lucky I Am!](https://janebluestein.com/2022/stop-telling-me-how-lucky-i-am/) - Note: I'm delighted that this page has gotten a lot of traction. Regarding comments: Please no ads for technology, crypto, porn, gambling, football, or other topics that are not related to the content of this site. Don’t need content development right now, thank you. Spam comments are sent to Trash. Also: Websites are not included
- [Leaving a Comment on this Site](https://janebluestein.com/2012/leaving-a-comment-on-this-site/) - Netiquette spoken here I look forward to hearing from site visitors and welcome feedback about any errors, dead links, or site content. I offer the option to submit comments and questions, with a request for common courtesy and a consistency with the tone and intention of this site. All comments are monitored and may be
- [It’s Only Disrespect if I Think it’s Disrespect](https://janebluestein.com/2013/its-only-disrespect-if-i-think-its-disrespect/) - Attitudes are in the eye—and ear—of the beholder Do you have snarky people in your life? This post was adapted from material originally written for beginning teachers. The same ideas and strategies are equally effective in home and work environments, as well as any educational setting. Just substitute “student” (or “kid”) for “child,” “co-worker,” or
- [Book: Rx: Handwriting](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-rx-handwriting/) - An Individualized, Prescriptive Program for Teaching Handwriting 40th Anniversary Edition, by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Updated) Do you have students who make their letters incorrectly? Do they have trouble connecting cursive letters? Do you have a few students who need a bit of individual attention, instruction or remediation with their cursive writing or printing? Are your
- [Book: The Beginning Teacher's Survival Guide](https://janebluestein.com/2021/book-the-beginning-teachers-survival-guide/) - Win-Win Strategies for Success by Dr. Jane Bluestein At the start or your career or at the end of your rope... Get your teaching career off to a winning start—or recharge your passion for your work! The new & revised edition of Dr. Jane Bluestein's pivotal guide for your teaching career! A great gift for new
- [“Magic” Sentences for Effective Communication](https://janebluestein.com/2013/magic-sentences-for-effective-communication/) - Positive language for avoiding conflict, negotiating agreements, and taking care of yourself “Magic Sentences” are key phrases that offer practical ways to use specific language to prevent, minimize, or de-escalate conflicts with others. Different sentences will be useful in different situations. These examples represent a win-win approach to relationships, and while they were originally developed for
- [Book: Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-magic-miracles-and-synchronicity/) - A Journal of Gratitude and Awareness by Dr. Jane Bluestein, Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed. & SJ Sanchez, M.P.A. Keep your focus on the positive! This life-affirming book will inspire you to reflect upon and document your feelings of gratitude and appreciation for the gifts of intuitive insights, “coincidences,” beauty, growth, accomplishment, help and support, and day-to-day miracles
- [Book: The Parent's Little Book of Lists](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-the-parents-little-book-of-lists/) - Do’s and Don’ts of Effective Parenting (25th Anniversary Edition) by Dr. Jane Bluestein Make the most of your relationship with your children. This book offers practical tips for creating a win-win authority relationship in an atmosphere of love, caring, and mutual respect. Includes thousands of simple, effective, kid-tested ideas to help you build character,
- [Speaking Resume: Local and State-Wide Conferences and Events by State](https://janebluestein.com/2019/speaking-resume-local-and-state-wide-conferences-and-events-by-state/) - Presentations throughout the United States This site has always included lists of where Dr. Bluestein has spoken, previously offered by individual states and countries. This page includes Dr. Bluestein’s US speaking engagements in one place. National U.S. events are listed on a separate page. You can also find a list of regional and local broadcast interviews (TV
- [Highlights and Milestones](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dr-bluestein-highlights-and-milestones/) - Timeline: Highlights and Milestones Milestones in the life and times of Dr. Jane Bluestein* 1951 Born, Philadelphia, PA. 1956 Move to Cherry Hill, NJ. Start Kindergarten at Coles School. 1967 Move from Cherry Hill to York, PA. Complete last two years of high school there. 1969 Graduate from York Suburban High School. Begin a long-term
- [Media Interview Questions](https://janebluestein.com/2012/media-interview-questions/) - Questions about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s most requested topics and titles Dr. Jane Bluestein is a dynamic, entertaining, and well-informed speaker and talk show guest. She has participated in hundreds of interviews over the past four decades and can speak to a number of issues for general audiences, as well as parents and educators. We offer the
- [Photos of Dr. Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/2012/photos-of-dr-jane-bluestein/) - Photo for your event We have recently updated the photos stored on this website’s server. If a low-resolution photo will do, simply right-click on the image to the left and save it to your hard drive. If you need a high-resolution photo of Dr. Bluestein for your event promotion or article, please contact our office
- [Media Policy](https://janebluestein.com/2012/media-policy/) - Resources & Policies for Working with the Media Many of the agencies that have hired Dr. Bluestein have taken advantage of her outstanding media skills by arranging interviews with their local newspapers, radio stations, and television networks to promote and support their programs, build public relations, and generate community attendance and involvement. If you plan
- [Script for Introducing Dr. Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/2012/script-for-introducing-dr-jane-bluestein/) - Introducing Dr. Jane Bluestein to your Audience The following script has been developed to make it easier to introduce Dr. Bluestein to your audience. The wording is slightly different from the biographical information provided on this site for use in your print and promotional materials. Pronounce BLUE-steen Please read as follows: Before I start, would you
- [Press Kit](https://janebluestein.com/2019/dr-jane-bluesteins-press-kit/) - Press Materials by Section For years, I offered a hard copy of my press kit which, besides my resume, listed pretty much every presentation, interview, and media appearance I had done since I started my business. This resume goes back decades, and as the years went on, the print version grew into a small book!
- [Media Resume: Regional and Local Broadcast Interviews](https://janebluestein.com/2019/media-resume-regional-and-local-broadcast-interviews/) - State-by-State Broadcast Interviews featuring Dr. Jane Bluestein This page is part of an extensive press kit and includes a list of radio and television interviews Dr. Bluestein has done for various stations around the United States. ALABAMA Huntsville: E-TV, interview with Keith Ward (06, 07). Mobile: WNTM-AM, interview with Dick Scott (97). Selma: WHBB-AM, interview
- [Media Resume: Print, Broadcast, and Internet Interviews](https://janebluestein.com/2019/media-resume-print-broadcast-and-internet-interviews/) - Interviews featuring Dr. Bluestein This page is part of an extensive press kit and includes a list of interviews Dr. Bluestein has done for television, radio, Internet, print, and broadcast media. US: National and Regional Broadcast Media by Program The Ann Masters Show, Talk Radio Network, Central Point, OR. (97, 98, 98) Bam! Radio: Body,
- [Speaking Resume: Parent and Community Training Programs](https://janebluestein.com/2019/speaking-resume-parent-and-community-training-programs/) - Presentations This page is part of an extensive press kit and includes a list of presentations Dr. Bluestein has done for parents and caregivers, as well as the general adult community. It includes topics addressing adult-child relationships, parenting, co-parenting, step-parenting, and caregiver training. This list also includes topics on self-care, mental health, addiction issues, and
- [Meet Dr. Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/2012/meet-dr-jane-bluestein/) - Promotional video with Dr. Jane Bluestein ]This video is also available on our home page. © 2012, Dr. Jane Bluestein Related links: Meet Dr. Bluestein in a brief introductory video. (Note: This is the same video as on our home page.) See what Dr. Bluestein can do for you: details on services offered. Information about Dr.
- [Speaking Resume: International, National, and Regional Conferences and Events](https://janebluestein.com/2019/speaking-resume-international-national-and-regional-conferences-and-events/) - Keynote presentations, training workshops, and webinars for educators Programs for teachers, administrators, school counselors, social workers, preservice teachers, career and vocational teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school staff, as well as the general community and private sector have been presented with various titles. Check out the list of topics here. 2018-present 16th National Conference on Adolescents
- [Dr. Jane Bluestein’s Audiences](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dr-jane-bluesteins-audiences/) - Groups and Organizations that have invited Dr. Jane Bluestein to present Dr. Bluestein has presented her keynotes, workshops, seminars, classes, and other trainings to hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. Here are some of the groups and organizations who have invited Jane to speak: Albuquerque Association of Gifted and Talented American Association for Counseling and
- [So You Want to be a Speaker](https://janebluestein.com/2022/so-you-want-to-be-a-speaker/) - Getting your message out to the world How exciting! I just got a request for tips from another teacher who wants to get a speaking career off the ground. This is something I've been wanting to write for a while, so the inspiration hit at a good time. I remembered that I had posted an article
- [So You Want to Write a Book?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/so-you-want-to-write-a-book/) - Tips for Would-Be Authors (and Speakers) I wrote this piece a few years ago after numerous requests for help from individuals who aspire to seeing their ideas in print. The following suggestions are based on my own experiences and conversations with other authors. There are loads of books and articles on getting published that will
- [International Speaking and Media by Country](https://janebluestein.com/2022/international-speaking-and-media-by-country/) - A World of Wonderful Experiences Earlier versions of this site had a separate post for each country and each Canadian province. In this latest update, I have condensed my international speaking and media experiences to one page. Select the country to go to directly to the listings for each location. Australia | Canada | Colombia
- [What is Optimal Self-Esteem?](https://janebluestein.com/2022/what-is-optimal-self-esteem/) - Egosystem or Ecosystem? This piece was contributed by Robert W. Reasoner, former president of the International Council for Self-Esteem. It appeared in the council’s Research Bulletin #1, May 20, 2006 It is generally accepted that people seek to maintain, enhance, and protect their self-esteem. Although there may be cultural variability in its expression, the tendency to seek self-esteem is
- [Tired of Nagging Your Kids?](https://janebluestein.com/2019/tired-of-nagging-your-kids/) - Here’s What you Can Do Instead You’ve probably heard them all. “Awww, Mom!!” “Do I have to.” Or my all-time favorite, “You can’t make me!” Or maybe your kids’ routines are more along the lines of pouting, arguing, ignoring you (or agreeing and then ignoring you). Either way, in the day-to-day dealings with children, there
- [Highlights of 2005: Part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2005/highlights-of-2005-part-2/) - See Highlights of 2005, part 1, part 3, and part 4 April 7, 2005 Up in the Air Literally. I’m on a plane (my 9th commuter flight in a week and a half) heading to Winnipeg. I’m starting to see a bit of light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve lost track of how
- [Encourager un Comportement Coopératif](https://janebluestein.com/2022/encourager-un-comportement-cooperatif/) - Trois approches Approches gagnant/perdant pouvant compromettre la sécurité affective de la classe: AUTORITAIRE : gagnant/perdant Stratégies: Humiliation, atteinte à la dignité, violation de l'estime de soi, critiques, blâmes, violence verbale et psychologique Menace à la sécurité physique, violence physique Approbation ou amour conditionnels, menace d'abandon affectif Privation d'un privilège ou d’une activité importants (p. ex.,
- [Le Soutien: S’occuper des Emotions (ou problèmes) d’un Enfant](https://janebluestein.com/2022/le-soutien-soccuper-des-emotions-ou-problemes-dun-enfant/) - Le Soutien... Cette page contient une liste de réactions qui ne montrent pas de soutien face aux problèmes ou émotions des enfants. N’importe laquelle de ces habitudes peut créer du stress et de la méfiance dans la relation, et bloquer les communications. Les réactions qui essayent de faire disparaitre les émotions La dynamique: Essais de
- [Dr. Jane Bluestein en Français](https://janebluestein.com/2015/dr-jane-bluestein-en-francais/) - Les ressources 5 Caractéristiques d’une Bonne Limite 6 Manières de Prendre plus de Temps pour Vous-même 9 Avantages à Poser des Questions au lieu d’en Donner des Réponses 9 Façons d’être plus Proactif 13 Manières de Créer un Model de Respect pour votre Enfant 14 Façons d’être un Parent Plus Conscient 36 Choses que Vous Pouvez
- [Conflict Prevention and Conflict Resolution](https://janebluestein.com/2022/conflict-prevention-conflict-resolution/) - Strategies for success Dealing with classroom conflict requires a multi-faceted approach, as problems can arise for a number of reasons. (Some don’t even have anything to do with school, but still manage to end up in a teacher’s or administrator’s lap!) Looking for a bigger hammer to hit them with (metaphorically speaking, of course) is
- [Directives sur la Façon de Faire Face à un Comportement Négatif](https://janebluestein.com/2022/directives-sur-la-facon-de-faire-face-a-un-comportement-negatif/) - Attaquez le problème, non la personne • Pensez «prévention». Personne ne peut prévenir tous les désastres éventuels, mais un grand nombre de problèmes peuvent être évités en prenant le temps de prévoir ce dont vous et vos élèves aurez besoin, en tenant compte de toutes les possibilités de malentendus ou de difficultés, et en établissant
- [Creating a Safe Emotional Environment for Kids (and Others)](https://janebluestein.com/2022/creating-a-safe-emotional-environment-for-kids/) - Beliefs that can help make emotional safety possible Kids have feelings. It’s a part of being human to experience the world and other people emotionally. Unfortunately, many adults have a hard time dealing with kids’ feelings. We may see them as inconvenient, feel uncomfortable around them (who wants to see a child in distress?), or
- [Les Intelligences Multiples](https://janebluestein.com/2022/les-intelligences-multiples/) - De nombreuses façons d’être «intelligents» Intelligence linguistique (verbo-linguistique ou verbale) Habiletés avec les mots; à utiliser le langage, a s’exprimer avec des mots, à l’écrit ou à l’oral, et comprendre ce qui est dit ou écrit. Habiletés connexes: raconter des histoires, bonne mémoire, écriture, discussion, débat, tenue d’un journal. Intelligence logico-mathématique Habiletés avec les chiffres,
- [Non-Supportive Responses to Avoid](https://janebluestein.com/2013/non-supportive-responses-to-avoid/) - Yes, these really do make things worse! What’s your first instinct when someone you care about* is in distress? For those of us who are inclined to offer comfort and understanding, it’s probably a good idea to see if our actual responses match our intentions. Ideally, you’ll be in a calm space—with time to listen
- [Éviter les phrases à 1re personne](https://janebluestein.com/2014/eviter-les-phrases-a-1re-personne/) - par Dr. Jane Bluestein Description: Formule pour exprimer les sentiments qui sont liés au comportement d’une autre personne : «Quand tu __ , je me sens ___ (et je veux que tu )» afin que la personne adopte un comportement différent. Problèmes: Les phrases à la 1re personne sont tout de même des phrases à la 2e
- [Comment travailler avec les points forts dans les domaines «sensoriel» et «modalité»](https://janebluestein.com/2022/comment-travailler-avec-les-points-forts-dans-les-domaines-sensoriel-et-modalite/) - Les Habiletés Habiletés Verbales Très bonnes habiletés verbales Peut communiquer même sous l’effet du stress Aime parler de ce qu’elle ou il apprend Peut avoir une réaction prononcée au bruit, au toucher, aux stimuli visuels (difficulté à porter attention) Habiletés verbales et communicatives limitées Peut avoir besoin de plus temps pour réfléchir et répondre Peut
- [L’élève “Ideal”](https://janebluestein.com/2022/leleve-ideal/) - Les élèves qu'on nous a appris à enseigner Les salles de classe dites traditionnelles ont tendance à favoriser les élèves aux caractéristiques ou forces suivantes: Profil dominant: «cerveau gauche», perception sensorielle élevée: main, oeil, oreille, et jambe droits dominants. Remarque: Les élèves «cerveau droit» dont la perception sensorielle est limitée (totutes les fonctions sont «coté
- [Directives sur la Façon de Donner des Choix](https://janebluestein.com/2022/directives-sur-la-facon-de-donner-des-choix/) - Les choix... > Les choix encouragent la responsabilité et l’engagement, et communiquent le respect que l’enseignante ou l’enseignant a pour les besoins et le préférences de l’élève. > Les choix, comme les limites, sont des outils de motivation qui encouragent la coopération grâce à la possibilité de donner son opinion et la découverte de
- [What Jane’s Been Up To: 2022](https://janebluestein.com/2022/what-janes-been-up-to-2022/) - June 15, 2022 So this happened... A short recap of a weird past year (health-wise). For context: I have spent most of the pandemic at home—a nice change, surprisingly, after 35 years on the road. Travel, like teaching, exposed me to all sorts of bugs, and it was a rare year that wasn't interrupted (at
- [11 Ways To Know If Your Relationship Is Toxic](https://janebluestein.com/2022/11-ways-to-know-if-your-relationship-is-toxic/) - ... And What You Can Do About It! Most of us have known high-maintenance people who demand a lot of time and energy, leaving the exhausting residue of drama and chaos in their wake. You know who they are. Even though these people may claim to be your caring, devoted companions, they somehow leave you
- [5 Reasons Perfectionists Never Achieve Their New Year’s Resolutions](https://janebluestein.com/2022/5-reasons-perfectionists-never-achieve-their-new-years-resolutions/) - It’s not because you’re weak! “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” —Japanese proverb The statistics aren’t promising: Only 8 percent of the people who make New Year’s resolutions actually achieve their goals. Since my resolutions don’t seem to change much from one year to the next, with only varying degrees of progress each time, I
- [8 Ways To Start Being Your Authentic Self](https://janebluestein.com/2022/8-ways-to-start-being-your-authentic-self/) - You can finally stop faking it! When we’re young, our survival depends on the approval of others. Most of us grow up looking for ways to fit in, which often means living up to the expectations others have for us—rather than being our authentic selves. In general, the need for approval drops off over the
- [36 Things You Can Do to Feel Great!](https://janebluestein.com/2012/36-things-you-can-do-to-feel-great/) - Practical ideas that can change your perspective and mood It doesn’t take much and it doesn’t take long to show yourself a little love. Let’s quit putting everybody else first all the time. Sure, some of these suggestions involve doing something nice for someone else, but the point of this exercise is to choose something that will
- [Bloom’s Taxonomy Applied](https://janebluestein.com/2022/blooms-taxonomy/) - Still important for curriculum design and assessment Call me old school. I have a bit of a sentimental attachment to Bloom’s taxonomy, some of the earliest content I encountered in my teacher-education classes back in the early, early 1970s. It made sense to me and helped inform my attempts at assessing my kids’ understanding of
- [Behavior Profiles and Power](https://janebluestein.com/2022/behavior-profiles/) - Win-Win, Win-Lose, or No-Win Human beings come hard-wired with a need for power, autonomy, or some sense of control in their world. When this need is not satisfied, people can be quite creative about finding ways to meet these needs. Our automatic reaction—especially in dealing with children or someone we consider lower on the power-based
- [Basic Brain Gym Exercises](https://janebluestein.com/2022/basic-brain-gym-exercises/) - 4 simple activities to wake up the brain These are the four core Brain Gym exercises, also referred to as PACE exercises (Positive, Active, Clear, Energetic). I have described these exercises as they were taught to me. There are dozens of videos and PDFs with these and other Brain Gym exercises available since I first
- [Supportive Alternatives for Dealing with Other People’s Problems and Feelings](https://janebluestein.com/2022/supportive-alternatives-for-dealing-with-other-peoples-problems-and-feelings/) - How to help in a caring, supportive way Get clear on your role: Are we there to protect children or to teach children to protect and defend themselves; to give solutions or to help them find their own? Listen. Maintain eye contact, with minimal or no talking. Distinguish between feelings and behaviors. Remember that there’s
- [Des Méthodes de Soutien Alternatives pour S’Occuper des Émotions et Problèmes des Autres](https://janebluestein.com/2022/des-methodes-de-soutien-alternatives-pour-soccuper-des-emotions-et-problemes-des-autres/) - Pour s’occuper des émotions et problèmes des autres Soyez clair(e)s de votre rôle: Est-ce que nous sommes là pour protéger les enfants, ou pour leur apprendre à se protéger et à se défendre eux-mêmes ? Pour donner des solutions, ou pour les aider à trouver leurs propres solutions ? Ecoutez: Regardez-les dans les yeux, en parlant peu ou pas
- [My Parents Don’t Trust Me!](https://janebluestein.com/2022/my-parents-dont-trust-me/) - Helping kids establish (or re-establish) trust with parents Excerpted and adapted from High School’s Not Forever by Dr. Jane Bluestein and Eric Katz, MSAC (2005, Health Communications, Inc, Deerfield Beach, FL). This piece was written for teens and young people, and is included on this site for parents, teachers, counselors, coaches, and others who work with
- [What I Learned When I Started Teaching](https://janebluestein.com/2017/what-i-learned-when-i-started-teaching/) - And why I write books for beginning educators This excerpt was pulled from the introduction of the final draft of The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide, a book I wrote to help prepare beginning teachers enter—and STAY—in the field. The piece has been revised somewhat to refer to resources available on this website. In retrospect, I was one
- [Respect, Reflection, and Resources](https://janebluestein.com/2014/respect-reflection-and-resources/) - Tips to Improve Teacher Efficacy Guest blogger, Dr. Jared Scherz, offers some ideas for teachers to enhance their professional growth and their experience as a professional educator. Respect Teachers need to be treated like professionals, offered meaningful feedback but allowed and encouraged to provide input of their own. If adjustments are needed, they are informed
- [Educators at Risk](https://janebluestein.com/2022/educators-at-risk/) - Characteristics of educators at risk: * Feels personally responsible for a student’s successes and failures Measures personal success or failure by student behavior and achievement, or by approval from others Has an overwhelming need to avoid conflict and generate approval from others (which can manifest as attention-seeking, maintaining status quo, or even rebelliousness) Willing to
- [When Teachers Lose Their Cool](https://janebluestein.com/2022/when-teachers-lose-their-cool/) - Help for kids dealing with a mean, aggressive teacher Dear Dr. Bluestein: Hello. My son is in the 5th grade. He’s an honor student was nominated by his teacher to attend a camp that teaches about leadership. My question is how does a good student deal with mean, ugly, and rude teachers? For example, a
- [Finding a Safe Adult: Advice for Kids](https://janebluestein.com/2022/finding-a-safe-adult-advice-for-kids/) - Some tips for young people, and the adults who care about them This material was excerpted from the original manuscript for the book, High School’s Not Forever. This book was written for teens, as well as the adults in their lives. Originally included on a (now-defunct) website for young people, I’m including it here with notes and
- [Power Struggles with a Three-Year-Old](https://janebluestein.com/2022/power-struggles-with-a-three-year-old/) - Channeling anger and frustration to get to positive outcomes Dear Dr. Bluestein: I’m getting to the point with my daughter that I have to remove myself from her presence so that I can control my anger. It seems that I can’t get to bathe, dress, feed, or change her diaper. Yes, diaper. (We’re dealing with
- [A Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime](https://janebluestein.com/2022/a-reason-a-season-or-a-lifetime/) - The people who are—and have been—a part of our lives People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a reason, it is usually to meet a need
- [Bully-Proofing Kids](https://janebluestein.com/2022/bully-proofing-kids/) - Real strategies to teach kids so they are less likely to be bullied Adapted from an article sent to me by Dr. Michele Borba in 2011. Some of the language was modified to shift away from the term “victim” to emphasize a more self-empowered term: “target.” And although this article was originally written for parents,
- [Perfectionism vs. Healthy Pursuit of Excellence](https://janebluestein.com/2013/prefectionism-vs-healthy-pursuit-of-excellence/) - Explaining the difference The following information was excerpted from Perfectionism: What’s Bad About Being Too Good? by Dr. Miriam Renée Adderholdt and reprinted with her permission. Perfectionists reach for impossible goals. Pursuers of Excellence enjoy meeting high standards that are within reach. Perfectionists value themselves by what they do. Pursuers of Excellence value themselves by who they are. Perfectionists
- [Another Perfectionism Statistic](https://janebluestein.com/2016/another-perfectionism-statistic/) - An issue that will always need attention As a longtime fan, I was reading about the recent death of Keith Emerson (keyboard player for Emerson, Lake and Palmer), still feeling devastated by recent losses of a number of well-known people who have held a place in my life for many years. Of the numerous comments reflecting on this
- [Survey: Is Your School an Emotionally Safe Place?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/survey-is-your-school-an-emotionally-safe-place/) - Assessing Climate in Individual Classrooms and Schools This survey lists a number of practices that characterize a school with an emotionally safe climate. It has been included on this site to help you evaluate your school’s goals, policies, and intentions, as well as the degree to which each exists in actual practice. The list is
- [6 Ways to Take More Time for Yourself](https://janebluestein.com/2015/6-ways-to-take-more-time-for-yourself/) - Taking time for yourself— away from your children. Setting limits, boundaries, taking breaks from your children; alone time; recharging your batteries.
- [How to Avoid Meltdowns in Public](https://janebluestein.com/2013/how-to-avoid-meltdowns-in-public/) - Practical tips for preventing (and handling) tantrums Most every parent fears that inevitable moment in the store when all eyes are on them because their adorable child is having a full-fledged temper tantrum. Many parents will go to great lengths to avoid having these meltdowns in public, even giving into every unreasonable demand the non-rational
- [Dream Big!](https://janebluestein.com/2017/dream-big/) - Encouraging your children’s fantasies—and their future! It’s something a child hears often: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” A simple, even rhetorical question. But for children, this is a serious inquiry that can also be a great opportunity to share their ambitions, dreams, and creative longings. Even if the answers vary
- [Bouncing Back](https://janebluestein.com/2016/bouncing-back/) - The art of resiliency. Impact of emotional climate of school on resilience, learning, success. Emotional support to build resiliency, Emotionally safe schools.
- [Examples of Some New Ways of Thinking](https://janebluestein.com/2012/examples-of-some-new-ways-of-thinking/) - Transforming old messages into more constructive thoughts Old message: If only my students (or kids, spouse, boss, parents, the government, etc.) would change, my life would be better. New message: If my current behaviors (or thinking patterns) aren’t working for me, I am willing to change them. Old message: Other people’s actions, words and attitudes create my feelings
- [I-Messages: The Handout](https://janebluestein.com/2015/i-messages-the-handout/) - More information about a destructive communication pattern This handout was developed to accompany a free online article, “What’s Wrong with ‘I-Messages’?” I first wrote about the problems with using this formula to try to get people to assess (and shift) their behavior in 1991. Evidence based on outcomes of using this formula has only strengthened my opinion. There
- [How Do You Parent?](https://janebluestein.com/2015/how-do-you-parent/) - Assessing your parenting style; authoritarian or authoritative; win-win parenting; encouraging cooperation vs. obedience; motivation, responsibility
- [Healthy vs. Unhealthy Friendships](https://janebluestein.com/2013/healthy-vs-unhealthy-friendships/) - Learning to tell the difference Think about someone in your life who leaves an open space for you to be yourself. No one is more valuable. I would rather have a pillar of trust in my life than a pillar of strength. —Deepak Chopra Do you have friends who leave you feeling happy and uplifted?
- [Finding Consistency in an Inconsistent Life](https://janebluestein.com/2016/finding-consistency-in-an-inconsistent-lifestyle/) - Moving forward even if I’m doing it wrong I just read this article about successful blogging, and like every similar piece I’ve seen, this one contained a strong word of advice about being consistent. This makes sense: people tuned into a particular person or resource like to be able to count on regular contact, updates, and materials.
- [Creating Kindness](https://janebluestein.com/2013/creating-kindness/) - Finding a positive outlet for outrage and pain Update, 2022: I wrote this piece in response to a specific incident that happened several years ago. We’ve certainly had more than enough “outrage and pain” since this post appeared. I have left the original reference in for historical purposes and context. I believe that the content
- [Building Decision-Making Skills](https://janebluestein.com/2012/building-decision-making-skills/) - Helping kids make constructive choices Responsible behavior includes the ability to connect “what I’ve done” to “what happens (or happened) as a result of what I’ve done.” Likewise, self-concept is influenced by an individual’s belief that “I have the power and ability to impact my environment and change what isn’t working in my life.” Offering
- [8 Ways to Live in Gratitude](https://janebluestein.com/2012/8-ways-to-live-in-gratitude/) - Tips for making your life more rich and positive. • Enjoy the beauty, richness, love, and opportunities that already exist in your life. • Express appreciation to people who do or give nice things to you. (Even if you receive a gift you don’t particularly like, you can still acknowledge the positive qualities of the
- [Dimensions of Gratitude](https://janebluestein.com/2022/dimensions-of-gratitude/) - So Many Ways to Experience Gratitude Creating a gratitude journal for publication endowed us with 12 chapters offering different ways to look at and appreciate the things in our lives that can be all too easy to take for granted. Here these topics are arranged in the order in which the chapters appear in the
- [Wonder All Around](https://janebluestein.com/2012/wonder-all-around/) - Noticing the beauty all around you by Dr. Jane Bluestein, Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed., and SJ Sanchez, M.P.A. Have you ever gotten a postcard from a place so beautiful that you stopped to imagine what living in a place like that must be like? Have you ever suspected that doing laundry or paying bills would somehow
- [15 Ways to Live Optimistically](https://janebluestein.com/2012/15-ways-to-live-optimistically/) - Increasing positivity, hope, and optimism in your life and the lives of your loved ones Some of us are wired to be optimistic and cheerful, even in the face of unrelenting challenges and obstacles. Others have to make a conscious effort to focus the positive. Wherever you are on this continuum, here are a few
- [The Gift of Service: Certificate](https://janebluestein.com/2014/the-gift-of-service-certificate/) - Download page for Service Certificates Free download: one page with two copies of a certificate you can duplicate to offer the gift of your service to someone in your life. This page corresponds to Chapter 4, “The Pleasures of Service,” in Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity by Jane Bluestein, Judy Lawrence, and S.J. Sanchez. See below for a
- [Angels in Disguise: Certificate](https://janebluestein.com/2014/angels-in-disguise-certificate/) - Download page for Angel Certificates Free download: one page with two copies of a certificate you can duplicate to recognize and acknowledge the Angels in Disguise who enrich your life. These “angels” could be family and friends, or they could be helpers, service people, or total strangers who add to your life with the work
- [Silver Linings](https://janebluestein.com/2012/silver-linings/) - The up side of down times Imagine a world in which there were no unnecessary tragedies—not because negative events did not occur, but because we recognize that these occurrences may have been necessary to open the way for some greater blessings to happen. One of the greatest challenges in life is learning to see the
- [Myers-Briggs Personality Types](https://janebluestein.com/2012/myers-briggs-personality-types/) - Descriptions of personality inventory categories Overview of David Kiersey’s four temperament groups, based on the 16 Myers-Briggs categories (which is only one of over 200 “quadrant models”). Note that people in each group share certain similarities in their reality and their approach to the world, and that the people in one group operate from a
- [Behavior Intervention Strategies for Teachers](https://janebluestein.com/2012/behavior-intervention-strategies-for-teachers/) - Different approaches for different behaviors Depending on how your students are behaving, certain teaching strategies are more effective than others at maintaining those behaviors, motivating behaviors they are not exhibiting, and stopping undesirable or disruptive behaviors. These strategies can be quite effective with kids of all ages. Please note that they are not interchangeable. POSITIVE
- [What’s New](https://janebluestein.com/2013/whats-new/) - What's new: changes, additions, new content on this site for teachers, counselors, parents, caregivers, general public. Updates and new material posted.
- [About I.S.S. Publications](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-iss-publications/) - Now: Father Sky Publishing Before there was a company, there was a book, The Beginning Teacher’s Resource Handbook, which I wrote over the course of the 1981-1982 school year, started as a series of handouts for the 12 first-year teaching interns with whom I’d was working through the University of New Mexico. Once it was clear that
- [Father Sky Industries](https://janebluestein.com/2019/father-sky-industries/) - Instructional Support Services Grows up When I started this company in 1982, it was primarily in the service of twelve teaching interns with whom I was working at the time. I needed a book, so I wrote it, typing it out on an old IBM with hand-drawn illustrations and page numbers typed on little stickers
- [History of this Website](https://janebluestein.com/2012/history-of-this-website/) - It started with a book... In the fall of 1982, I was finishing my first book, a 44-chapter survival manual (right) for the new teachers in the University of New Mexico’s Graduate Intern program, for which I was the coordinator. Hand-typed, the cover “art” created from rub-on letters and a graphic from an ancient Mad magazine,
- [About the Newsletter](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-the-newsletter/) - Monthly Emails with a Message As of June 2022, I plan to send out one more newsletter to formally announce my “random retirement” and to let people know that I will continue to make content available on this site and through books currently being brought back into print. For all intents and purposes, this project
- [About our Company](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-our-company/) - Instructional Support Services Dr. Jane Bluestein created Instructional Support Services and I.S.S. Publications in April of 1983 to provide resources and instructional programs to educators, counselors, parents, and the general public. Our mission is to provide practical, helpful, and meaningful information—as well as inspiration, encouragement, and hope—in areas related to relationship building, effective instruction and
- [Audio: TeacherTapes mp3 download](https://janebluestein.com/2012/audio-teachertapes-mp3-download/) - Being a Successful Teacher Two MP3 files of 90-minute presentation featuring Dr. Jane Bluestein A lively and very funny presentation recorded in front of 1200 teachers in a keynote presentation that addresses the magic ingredients of successful teaching, from instruction and management to relationships with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues. Tons of great ideas for minimizing conflict
- [What Jane’s Been Up To: 2019 - 2021](https://janebluestein.com/2022/what-janes-been-up-to-2019-2021/) - November 19, 2021 A New Chapter Begins My last live speaking engagement was in November 2019, a little more than two years ago. Things were changing and for the first time in 35 years, I had nothing on my calendar for the following semester. Jobs in US school districts and schools had gotten scarce, and
- [Highlights of 2004: Part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2004/highlights-of-2004-part-1/) - See Highlights of 2004, part 2 June 20, 2004 New Book Eric Katz and I have been researching and interviewing and collecting all sorts of information for our new book, High School’s Not Forever. This week, we got to see a preliminary cover for this book. Although we’re still in the early stages of researching
- [What Jane’s Been Up To: 2016](https://janebluestein.com/2016/what-janes-been-up-to-2016/) - May 31, 2016 Where has Jane been? I’ve been wondering that myself. I’m discovering unfinished or out-of-date posts on my site, correspondences I thought I had answered, a library book that got “lost” in the back of my car, even a bill I was sure I had paid. I’m finding things in the wrong places, often while I’m looking for
- [Highlights of 2005: Part 4](https://janebluestein.com/2005/highlights-of-2005-part-4/) - See Highlights of 2005, part 1, part 2, and part 3 July 30, 2005 Back to Work I just got back from four days in the midwest doing four full-day, back-to-back seminars. I had some wonderful groups this week— warm, receptive and responsive. And after a brief break from presenting, this was a nice reminder
- [Highlights of 2005: Part 3](https://janebluestein.com/2005/highlights-of-2005-part-3/) - See Highlights of 2005, part 1, part 2, and part 4 June 11, 2005 High School Website is up. REALLY. MAJOR progress in the past two weeks. It feels like every minute I was conscious was spent working on the new website for High School’s Not Forever. (Tomorrow is my book group meeting and this
- [Highlights of 2005: Part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2005/highlights-of-2005-part-1/) - See Highlights of 2005, part 2, part 3, and part 4 Jan. 1, 2005 Welcome to a New Year Happy New Year, everyone! For the most part, I’ve spent the last two weeks recuperating from a very hectic and exhausting November and December, which involved a great deal of travel (including a whole bunch of
- [Progress on the High School Book](https://janebluestein.com/2004/progress-on-the-high-school-book/) - Pre-publication progress report Full-circle update February 2019: This book has just gone out of print, as my publisher has recently downsized. Fortunately, I re-acquired the rights to this book and have passed the files on to the person who creates eBooks and print-on-demand books. This book is still in the lineup and will hopefully be available
- [Highlights of 2004: Part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2004/highlights-of-2004-part-2/) - See Highlights of 2004, part 1 Oct. 23, 2004 High School Book As we come up on our deadline, we’ve put out a kind of “last call” for submissions. We are actually in pretty good shape right now and if we had to go to press with what we had, I think both Eric and
- [Link for Shipping Charge](https://janebluestein.com/2011/link-for-shipping-charge-2/) - To complete your order... Thank you for your order. Actual shipping charges (the postage or freight we are charged to ship your order) have been added to complete your order. You can pay the difference by Pay Pal or by credit card. Note: This is a private page for _____. Shipping charge for this order is
- [The 7 Worst Things to Say to Your Kids During a Divorce](https://janebluestein.com/2014/the-7-worst-things-to-say-to-your-kids-during-a-divorce/) - Helping children make the transition By Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller When you said the words, “I do,” on your wedding day, the idea of divorce probably never entered your mind. Nor was it even a fleeting thought when you witnessed the birth of your first child. Chances are it never occurred to you at
- [Chelsea](https://janebluestein.com/2003/chelsea/) - April 1, 1992 - December 17, 2003 “God bless every heart that ever loved a dog.” —Lynn Collins, Ph.D. “It’s not seeing the footprints that’s so hard. It’s knowing that in a few days, they, too, will be gone.” —journal entry, Dec. 19, 2003 Click here for Shadow’s page Click here for Shadow remembered Back
- [Highlights of 2003: Part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2003/highlights-of-2003-2/) - See the Highlights of 2003: Part 1 June 21, 2003 Changes I came back from two weeks in Hawaii (including the MacMania Geek Cruise II—more below!) to find out that the facility at which we’ve been receiving our mail was closing. We will now be receiving our mail at our home address on Father Sky
- [Highlights of 2003: Part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2003/highlights-of-2003-1/) - See Highlights of 2003: Part 2 (June-December) January 13, 2003 My Writing I haven’t had anything solid on my plate since I finished Creating Emotionally Safe Schools, on December 31, 2000! I think I really needed a break after the challenges of that massive project, but I’ve written a couple of tentative first chapters for
- [Highlights of 2002](https://janebluestein.com/2002/highlights-of-2002/) - On the Road It’s been a blast, though I often awaken in the middle of the night with absolutely no idea where I am... Lots of new territory, and while I’m no longer “commuting” to Slovenia every year, I was invited to speak in Finland—my first time in Scandinavia, with side trips to St. Petersburg,
- [Highlights of 2001](https://janebluestein.com/2001/highlights-of-2001/) - August 31, 2001 I finished the book, Creating Emotionally Safe Schools, on December 31, 2000. I was determined to not carry this project, which consumed my life for nearly two years, into the new year. (In the original plan, I was going to submit a completed draft in six months. Hahaha!) The book has already
- [Highlights of 2000](https://janebluestein.com/2000/highlights-of-2000/) - A Busy Year!! Having spent the past year researching my new book—now being called Creating Emotionally Safe Schools—I'm in the process of writing. At the moment, I’m on Chapter 8. I've got about 800 resources, including books, articles, websites, interviews, and survey responses. Much to juggle. (It's been a long time since I've done a
- [Highlights of 1999](https://janebluestein.com/1999/highlights-of-1999/) - Feb. 21, 1999 Well, 1999 has gotten off to a wonderful start. I’ve spent much of that time here at home—a nice change after being on the road so much last year—finishing up projects I’ve been wanting to get done. The Catalogue Our new catalogue is at the printer’s right now. Months of work well
- [Highlights of 1998](https://janebluestein.com/1998/highlights-of-1998/) - What a year! Lots of new and exciting experiences, places and people, and many, many blessings, including: Judy Lawrence, SJ Sanchez and I finish the manuscript for Daily Riches: A Journal of Gratitude and Awareness (since released as Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity) in March. I’m in Slovenia when final details are being settled, and communications get rather
- [Highlights of 2006: Part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2006/highlights-of-2006-part-2/) - See Highlights of 2006: Part 1 June 26 , 2006 New cover I just got a copy of what will be the new cover for the 3rd edition of 21st Century Discipline. I really like it. For the last 20 years, the various other editions (which have been available through at least 8 or 9
- [Highlights of 2006: Part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2006/highlights-of-2006-part-1/) - See Highlights of 2006: Part 2 March 16, 2006 Catching up Is it really four and a half months since my last blog entry? I guess I needed a bit of a break and frankly, there wasn’t much to write about during my two months “off” between mid-November and mid-January. I actually spent most of
- [Highlights of 2007: Part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2007/highlights-of-2007-part-2/) - See Highlights of 2007: Part 1 August 7, 2007 Long, wonderful stretch at home It’s been two months since I’ve updated this blog and it’s not because nothing has been happening as much as it’s been because I’ve actually been relaxed and just enjoying myself this summer and just haven’t felt like working on this site.
- [Highlights of 2007: Part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2007/highlights-of-2007-part-1/) - See Highlights of 2007: Part 2 January 1, 2007 Happy New Year! Welcome to my blog, year #10!! I’ve been off for a few weeks and thoroughly enjoying being home for this stretch. Here in New Mexico, we are up to are ears in snow! In the 26 years I’ve been here, I’ve never seen
- [Highlights of 2008](https://janebluestein.com/2008/highlights-of-2008-part-1/) - Click here for Highlights of 2008, Part 2 Jan. 18, 2008 Becoming a Win-Win Teacher It’s one in the morning. I’ve been formatting survey responses, transferring them from emails to Word documents and trying to print them except Word keeps crashing. (NOT my favorite app. I may just end up switching over to Mariner or
- [Shadow](https://janebluestein.com/2010/shadow/) - July 4, 1995 - Jan. 19, 2010 Requiem for a friend: Shadow remembered Chelsea Back to Blog index © 2010, Dr. Jane Bluestein Please support this site: This website is an ongoing labor of love, with a fair number of expenses involved. Your support will help offset the cost of continual training, technical assistance, and translators,
- [Shadow Remembered](https://janebluestein.com/2010/shadow-remembered/) - Requiem for a Friend Jan. 21, 2010 It’s hard to see it when the changes are so gradual, and over the past few weeks, the changes in our lives to accommodate an aging pet started taking on a weird normalcy. It’s not until it’s over that you start to realize that maybe waking up every
- [Presentation: “My Brain Doesn't Work Like That”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-my-brain-doesnt-work-like-that/) - Creating success with non-traditional (and traditional) learners by accommodating learning needs Presentation for educators or parents by Dr. Jane Bluestein We all have individual preferences and needs when it comes to learning. Some of us like it quiet, while others need music or other noises in order to concentrate. Some need a nice, neat desk
- [Presentation: Motivating the Unmotivated](https://janebluestein.com/2016/presentation-motivating-the-unmotivated/) - Getting past defenses, disinterest, and disengagement Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Of all the challenges teachers face, the one mentioned most consistently over the years has been, “How do I engage kids who aren’t motivated and just don’t care?” Few things are more frustrated that having your planning and enthusiasm met with groans, shrugs, or eye
- [Presentation: Perfectionism—What’s it Costing Our Kids?](https://janebluestein.com/2016/presentation-perfectionism-whats-it-costing-our-kids/) - The high cost of the pressure to be perfect What’s wrong with perfectionism? Everything! Here are the causes and consequences of perfectionism—plus a few suggestions for potential “cures.” Some young people continually strive for excellence, trying to do their best, willing to make mistakes and learn from them, and take on challenges to grow their interests. Others chase perfection,
- [Conditions with ADHD “Look-Alike” Symptoms](https://janebluestein.com/2012/conditions-with-adhd-look-alike-symptoms/) - Several of the following conditions, problems, or disorders can have similar symptoms to those frequently misdiagnosed as ADD or ADHD. This list includes the items presented in the book, as well as a number of other conditions brought to my attention by concerned workshop participants, readers, and email correspondents. • Highly Kinesthetic and Tactile Learners
- [Book: The Win-Win Classroom](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-the-win-win-classroom/) - A Fresh and Positive Look at Classroom Management by Dr. Jane Bluestein Hundreds of practical ideas for success in any classroom or school. Great gift for a beginning teacher, or anyone wanting to up their game and grow their career. When it comes to behavior challenges in the classroom, conventional practices and punitive discipline codes
- [Book: The Win-Win Classroom Facilitator's Guide](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-the-win-win-classroom-facilitators-guide/) - A facilitator’s guide to a fresh and positive approach to classroom management by Dr. Jane Bluestein An essential guidebook for anyone teaching college courses or leading training programs on classroom management. Help teachers establish win-win authority relationships with students and improve the overall climate in their classrooms, schools, and districts! Based on Dr. Bluestein’s award-winning book,
- [Book: Becoming a Win-Win Teacher](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-becoming-a-win-win-teacher/) - A Guide for First-Year Teachers by Dr. Jane Bluestein This book is no longer in print. For an updated and revised version of this book, please see The Beginning Teacher's Survival Guide, available in print and Kindle versions. This book was 8 1/2” x 11”, 288 pages. $42.95. The updated release is $13.99 for print on
- [Win-Win Ideas for Administrators](https://janebluestein.com/2012/win-win-ideas-for-administrators/) - A Positive Approach For most of us, the word “discipline” conjures up thoughts of reactive and controlling measures for dealing with student misbehavior. However, the model of discipline proposed in The Win-Win Classroom is an ongoing, proactive set of behaviors used to create a cooperative environment that minimizes the likelihood of negative, disruptive behavior. This positive
- [Questions, Not Answers](https://janebluestein.com/2012/questions-not-answers/) - Benefits of asking questions instead of giving answers These points are offered as an alternative to advice giving. While written especially with children in mind, I have found using questions (along with a bit of genuine empathy) as effective tools to support adults as well. • Questions help children explore dimensions of a problem. •
- [The Challenge of Setting Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-challenge-of-setting-boundaries/) - The challenge of setting boundaries; win-win vs. win-lose relationships; why follow through is difficult; setting boundaries; self-care in relationships
- [Dealing with Difficult Colleagues](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dealing-with-difficult-colleagues/) - What You Can Do About It Too often, work stress and burnout involve problems with coworkers, and problems will arise from time to time wherever people are working together. Although “difficult” is indeed in the eye of the beholder, whether someone’s behavior imposes petty annoyances or deliberately sabotages your efforts and energy, this person can
- [Building Your Classroom Community](https://janebluestein.com/2012/building-your-classroom-community/) - Creating a positive social climate in your classroom Bullying, harassment, cyberbullying, and their horrific impact have been in the headlines again recently, with the usual hysteria, hand-wringing, and finger-pointing. Here’s an effective, common-sense, process-oriented approach to creating a positive, caring, and respectful classroom climate. This material comes from a chapter in The Beginning Teacher’s Survival
- [Ways to be a More Conscious Parent](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-be-a-more-conscious-parent/) - 14 Tips for Becoming More Aware of How You Interact with Your Children • Identify your parenting goals. Think of what you want your relationship to be like and what you can do to make that happen. Look at both long-term and short-term objectives. • Make a little sign for yourself that says, “My relationship
- [Positive Consequences](https://janebluestein.com/2012/positive-consequences/) - A very different approach Here’s a new spin on the notion of “consequences,” a term familiar to every educator. But rather than looking at the negative outcome of behavioral choices your students make, let’s examine a more positive alternative, a shift in focus that is far more effective in generating the kinds of behaviors you want—and
- [Understanding Schools in Context](https://janebluestein.com/2012/understanding-schools-in-context/) - How Well do Schools Reflect the Culture they Serve? Excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-'Win Strategies for Success (by Dr. Jane Bluestein, 2022). Chapter title and some content have been adapted for this site. All links were working at the time of publication. We are living in exponential times. —Karl Fisch, Scott McLeod, and
- [Back to the Future?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/back-to-the-future/) - Not so much, thank you! I’m out of town this week for several speaking engagements in New England. As usual, I have a rental car, a brand new Toyota with all sorts of bells and whistles that didn’t exist when I bought my last car 13 years ago. As I sat in the parking lot
- [Great Expectations!](https://janebluestein.com/2012/great-expectations-for-new-teachers/) - Good News for Beginning Teachers No one knows better than a first year teacher that the beginning of the school year bristles with anticipation—and not just for the kids. Yet, despite the excitement, the weeks before school are often filled with unsettling thoughts: “Will I ever be able to fill all those hours until lunch?”
- [The Discipline Trap](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-discipline-trap/) - Catching up to the 21st Century Note: The earliest version of this piece was written for a now-out-of-print book, 21st Century Discipline, back in the mid-1980s when the 21st century still felt a way off. The material was reworked slightly for The Win-Win Classroom, the project that updated and replaced the original discipline book, the content even more relevant,
- [Parenting Teens](https://janebluestein.com/2012/parenting-teens/) - How to Draw the Line Counselors know that when parents set clear boundaries, they take care of their teens and themselves. An earlier version of this article first appeared in the counseling magazine, Adolescence (March 1994), to support the work of counselors and therapists working with parents and families. Talk to the parents of any teenager
- [Speaking Resume: Dr. Jane Bluestein’s Presentations for Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dr-jane-bluesteins-parenting-presentations-and-media/) - Speaking (chronological) This page includes Dr. Bluestein’s speaking engagements for parents. There is also a list of organizations and locations where she has presented for educators in the US, A separate page offers a list of regional and local broadcast interviews (TV and radio in the US). Likewise, you can see a list of interviews
- [Report Card for My Teacher](https://janebluestein.com/2012/report-card-for-my-teacher/) - Getting feedback from your students Want to know how you’re doing? Just ask! Most students love to give teachers feedback, and considering how insightful they can be, it’s really a shame we don’t ask them more often than we do. (You do not need to ask for names to get some good reinforcement for things
- [Parents as Allies](https://janebluestein.com/2012/parents-as-allies/) - Building Your Support Team: Parents Free excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success by Dr. Jane Bluestein (2022, Father Sky Publishing, Albuquerque, NM), from chapter 10: “Build Your Support Team.” This chapter also includes information on the value of collaboration, finding an effective mentor, and building supportive relationships with mentors, colleagues, administrators,
- [Ways to Build IRRESPONSIBILITY in Children](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-build-irresponsibility-in-children/) - Things you can do to reinforce children’s irresponsible behavior • Lie for them. • Make excuses for their behavior. Correct (or pay for) their mistakes for them. • Model a lack of responsibility, commitment, and follow-through yourself. • Refuse to believe that they are capable of doing what they’ve been accused of doing. • Fight
- [Ways to be an Effective Mentor](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-be-an-effective-mentor/) - This list was originally developed to help parents mentor their children. The suggestions listed below are equally relevant to mentor relationships with students, employees, and other adults. • Accept your children unconditionally, just the way they are. Begin with them wherever they are in their development. Remind yourself that they’re “right on schedule!” • Appreciate
- [Ways to Avoid Problems with Your Children Over Money](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-avoid-problems-with-your-children-over-money/) - Practical Ideas to Avoid Conflict and Build Responsibility • Let your children know what you’re willing to buy them or how much they can have to spend before you go to the store. • If you don’t plan to buy them a particular item they want, let them know beforehand. (One parent allowed her son
- [5 Tips for Raising Fiscally Sound Children](https://janebluestein.com/2012/5-tips-for-raising-fiscally-sound-children/) - Building Life-long Skills Raising fiscally conscious children during these times of constant change, economic turbulence, daily media bombardment, and digital lifestyles can be a daunting process. Even though much of life in the twenty first century no longer seems to resemble anything close to what it was barely a decade ago, the importance of teaching
- [Literacy: What’s Movement Got to Do with It?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/literacy-whats-movement-got-to-do-with-it/) - How Movement Helps the Brain The year I taught fifth grade found me on the second floor of a school building erected in the 1920's. There was only one third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade on that floor, and there were four us of who taught up there. We were used to helping each other
- [What Administrators, Staff Development Coordinators, and Conference Planners are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-administrators-staff-development-coordinators-and-conference-planners-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from administrators, staff development coordinators, and conference planners who have worked with Dr. Bluestein: Very lively, entertaining, motivating! I especially appreciate how you bounced from examples pertaining to primary classes to examples relevant to high school. This session was appropriate for all teachers. —Mentor
- [What Counselors are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-counselors-are-saying-about-dr-jane-bluesteins-presentations/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from counselors, social workers, therapists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals who have particiapted in Dr. Bluestein’s programs and seminars. Dr. Bluestein was an extremely well organized, focused instructor. She presented a wide variety of very useable strategies and activities in a friendly,
- [What Early Childhood Professionals are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-early-childhood-professionals-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from early childhood educators who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: Heartfelt and inspiring! True passion for her subject and for us professionals. There is hope! —1st Grade teacher, Palmdale, CA I have never been so inspired to be a better
- [What Middle School Professionals are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-middle-school-professionals-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from middle school educators who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: Thank you, thank you, thank you! This has been such a difficult and frustrating year. Your seminar has given me the enormous boost I needed and reminded me why I’m
- [What High School Professional are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-high-school-professional-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from high school and alternative ed teachers who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: I came burned out, looking for a way out. Now I am excited about teaching, looking forward to my “new” career. —High School English Teacher, Roanoke, VA
- [What Parents are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-parents-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from parents and caregivers who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: You were without question, the absolute highlight of the [Parent Participation Nursery Schools] Convention. During the past month, not a day has gone by that someone has not come up to
- [What Special Education Professionals are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-special-education-professionals-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from special education teachers who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: Thank you so much, Dr. Jane Bluestein. You have reassured me that we can never give up on any child. I’m sure I will make a difference in my students’
- [What Elementary School Professionals are Saying](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-elementary-school-professionals-are-saying/) - Testimonials about Dr. Jane Bluestein’s presentations: Here are some of the comments from elementary teachers who have participated in Dr. Bluestein’s presentations and seminars: I didn’t know what I was looking for till I came here. I didn’t know what more to do, how to reach these kids. I was losing to the system. Now
- [Interview questions: The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-beginning-teachers-survival-guide/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein: • The original version of this book, Becoming a Win-Win Teacher, was written as your second book in the “win-win” series. Why did you feel you needed a book specifically for beginning teachers? • How is the 2021 "original reprint" version different from the original 2010 copy? • You
- [Interview questions: The Win-Win Classroom](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-the-win-win-classroom/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Bluestein: • The way schools were run in the past didn’t seem to be a problem back then. In fact, it seems as though there were fewer problems back when I was in school (or when my parents were in school). You’re saying that that model doesn’t work so well
- [Interview questions: High School’s Not Forever](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-high-schools-not-forever/) - Possible interview questions. The same interview questions are available with answers by both authors, Eric Katz and Jane Bluestein. • Why did you write this book? • How are the realities of high school different from when you were in high school? • Some adults have complained that there are a lot of negative stories
- [Interview Q and A: High School’s Not Forever](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-q-and-a-high-schools-not-forever/) - Media Questions with Authors’ Responses Jane Bluestein and Eric Katz would be delighted to talk to you about their book, High School’s Not Forever. They have provided the following questions and answers to help. Also available as a list of the same questions on this page but without answers. • How are the realities of high
- [Book: High School's Not Forever](https://janebluestein.com/2020/book-high-schools-not-forever-2/) - The reality of the high school experience by Dr. Jane Bluestein and Eric Katz, M.S.A.C. This book is currently out of print and is in consideration for a re-release at some point through our company. Meanwhile, we urge you to seek copies through online retailers. Description How often do kids hear that high school is
- [Interview Questions: Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-magic-miracles-and-synchronicity/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein: • How can taking a few minutes out to appreciate various aspects of our lives, our relationships, and ourselves impact our mental and physical health? • We always hear we “should” be grateful for this and that. Why is gratitude important? (And why is it important to not
- [Interview questions: The Parent’s Little Book of Lists](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-the-parents-little-book-of-lists/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein: • Why lists? • Where did the lists come from? • Were you concerned that some of the context or explanations might get lost without the text you provide in your other books? • You use the metaphor of an impressionistic painting—little dots of visual information working together to
- [Interview Q and A: Creating Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-q-and-a-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - Media Questions with Author’s Responses Possible interview questions and (sort-of) brief answers. For questions only, click here. Note: All of the questions below reflect complex issues and demand complex answers. I have attempted to condense chapters’ worth of information into a brief, concise, and somewhat general response. I’ve identified the chapters or book sections which provide
- [Interview questions: Mentors, Masters and Mrs. MacGregor](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-mentors-masters-and-mrs-macgregor/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein: • Why did you write a book about teachers making a difference? • What was the most gratifying part of doing a project like this? • Great title. Who’s Mrs. MacGregor? • I know a lot of people have had some pretty rotten teachers. Did anyone have a
- [Interview questions: Parents, Teens and Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/interview-questions-parents-teens-and-boundaries/) - Possible interview questions for Dr. Jane Bluestein: • What do you mean by boundaries? Why are they important in relationships? • What keeps us from setting boundaries in our relationships? • What does a good boundary sound like? • Your book doesn’t really address questions like “What do I do if my kid breaks curfew?”
- [Presentation: Creating Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - Is Your School an Emotionally Safe Place? Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Emotional safety is critical to learning and achievement, and a key component of an atmosphere that discourages passivity, aggression, or acting out for revenge or self-protection. This program examines the effect of threat and stress on the brain, and its impact on learning
- [Presentation: Dealing with Difficult Students](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-dealing-with-difficult-students/) - Practical Strategies for Success with Defiant, Defeated and other At-Risk Kids Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein We all know who they are: The unmotivated student who performs below his capabilities. The student with weak social skills who has a hard time getting along with her peers. The nontraditional learner who has a hard time with
- [Presentation: Great Beginnings](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-great-beginnings/) - Special workshop for beginning teachers, returning teachers, and preservice teachers Presentation for educators by Dr. Jane Bluestein A special presentation for new teachers that focuses on management and discipline issues, which can often overwhelm a newcomer to the profession (or someone who has been away for a long time). For example, we’ll look at ways
- [Presentation: The “I-Can” Classroom](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-the-i-can-classroom/) - Building Success and Achievement for ALL Students Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein In any school, in any classroom, in any subject area, there will always be at least a few kids who have a hard time keeping up and, often, a few who are bored silly. And now, with all the pressure to get through
- [Presentation: “You Can’t Make Me!”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-you-cant-make-me/) - Using boundaries to build responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect Presentation for educators or parents by Dr. Jane Bluestein Few things are as aggravating or exhausting as power struggles with kids. If you find yourself nagging, arguing or threatening, being ignored by your children (or students) or having your authority challenged, then this workshop is for
- [Presentation: Are Your Colleagues Driving You Crazy?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-are-your-colleagues-driving-you-crazy/) - Building Bridges with Difficult People in Your Life Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Different brains work in different ways, and individual preferences and styles can create stress and conflict in even the best relationships. In this program, we’ll explore the major causes of stress in relationships, and how we can inadvertently create roadblocks—even when we’re
- [Presentation: Positively Positive at Home!](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-positively-positive-at-home/) - Keeping the Focus You Want! Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Have you ever made a commitment to be more positive in your relationship with your children, only to have your good intentions unravel the second you trip over the soccer gear on the steps? Increasing positivity in your approach to parenting can reduce stress and
- [Presentation: Positively Positive at School!](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-positively-positive-at-school/) - Keeping the Focus you Want Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Is your school a negative place? Do you hear more criticism, complaining, or yelling than encouragement or laughter? Want to put the fun back in your work? Schools can be amazingly negative places! Elementary school kids generally hear 3 negative comments for every positive comment;
- [Presentation: Parents, Teens and Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-parents-teens-and-boundaries/) - How to Draw the Line Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Ah, the Terrific Teens! What a perfect time to refine—or redefine—your relationship with your child! Here are simple, practical ways to truly take advantage of your children’s developing capabilities and responsibility, along with their desire for greater freedom and power. This program focuses on how
- [Presentation: Grownups, Kids and Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-grownups-kids-and-boundaries/) - How to Draw the Line Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Need some great ideas for motivating cooperation, building accountability and self-management, and reducing conflict with the young people in your life? Here are simple, practical ways to truly take advantage of kids’ natural desire for greater freedom and power, along with their basic need for
- [Presentation: Secrets of Successful Mentorship](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-secrets-of-successful-mentorship/) - Practical Ideas for Great Leaders Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein If you are fortunate enough to be a mentor, whether to a colleague, a trainee, a newcomer to your field, or a child in your life, there are certain beliefs and behaviors that will make you more effective in your role. Practical suggestions for encouraging,
- [Presentation: Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-magic-miracles-and-synchronicity/) - An Abundance of Gratitude An inspiring presentation to help develop an “attitude of gratitude,” a life-affirming process that not only brings greater awareness of the wonder and magic that can occur in the course of a day, but can also help us reframe negative thinking– and events– and help us develop healthy and positive alternatives
- [Presentation: The Win-Win Classroom](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-the-win-win-classroom/) - A Fresh and Positive Look at Classroom Management Presentation for educators by Dr. Jane Bluestein When it comes to student behavior challenges in the classroom, conventional practices and punitive discipline codes often fail to motivate students to change their attitudes or behavior. Old win-lose patterns (whether authoritarian or permissive) often do little more than add
- [Presentation: Testing, Testing...](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-testing-testing/) - Surviving the Pressure Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Of all the factors that influence teacher morale, the pressures of high-stakes testing may be the most destructive. Nonetheless, there are ways to survive this current “lust for high scores,” and get kids performing and achieving in ways that can show up on these tests. We'll concentrate
- [The Fragile Learner with Dr. Hanoch McCarty](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-fragile-learner-with-dr-hanoch-mccarty/) - Reaching and teaching struggling students Episode Summary: What can we can do to increase the likelihood of success and engagement for students in the “bottom third of the class,” the ones most likely to drop out? Dr. Hanoch McCarty offers practical and encouraging ways for teachers to change these patterns and break the cycle of
- [About Father Sky Media](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-father-sky-media/) - Spectrum Podcasts... and more! This part of Instructional Support Services brings you the audio and video content you can find on this site and elsewhere (iTunes and eventually video showcases like YouTube and Vimeo, for example). It was launched in July 2011 with the development of the Spectrum Podcast project. Other projects, including a series
- [About Spectrum Podcasts](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-spectrum-podcasts/) - Spectrum Podcasts: Information Spectrum Podcasts is a series of audio shows available on this website, on the EnergizeStudents Web site, and through iTunes. Each show is roughly 30 minutes long and features conversations with experts on topics relevant to educators, counselors, parents, and others who live and work with young people of all ages. Spectrum Podcasts
- [Movement and Learning with Dr. Aili Pogust](https://janebluestein.com/2012/movement-and-learning-with-dr-aili-pogust/) - A Partnering Relationship Episode Summary: Vital information about the relationship between movement and literacy, and the importance of meeting the body’s needs for all learning. Dr. Aili Pogust addresses the necessity of incorporating movement and accommodating differences in learning needs into the classroom. This program offers practical ideas for introducing simple, non-disruptive exercises throughout the course
- [Teaching Money Management to Children with Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed.](https://janebluestein.com/2012/teaching-money-management-to-children-with-judy-lawrence/) - Building your children’s money-related behaviors and beliefs Episode Summary: Financial coach and counselor Judy Lawrence helps explore some of the issues and challenges related to promoting financial responsibility and money management skills in children. This program offers practical ideas for helping kids of all ages learn to appreciate and manage money, exploring issues such as planning
- [The Saber-Tooth Curriculum Revisited with Dr. Richard Biffle](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-saber-tooth-curriculum-revisited-with-dr-richard-biffle/) - Keeping up with the pace of change Episode Summary: How well does our educational system fit in with the cultural and economic context in which they exist—or not! Dr. Biffle and Dr. Bluestein explores the challenges of trying to keep up with societal and technological changes, as well as changes in the workplace, and the degree
- [Increasing Parent Involvement in Schools with Dr. Lulu Lopez](https://janebluestein.com/2012/increasing-parent-involvement-in-schools-with-dr-lulu-lopez/) - Building supportive relationships Episode Summary: Getting parents involved! Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Lulu Lopez, discussing strategies for increasing parent involvement in schools. This program examines some of the reasons that parent-teacher relationships are often not as positive or supportive as they could be, as well as offering specific, practical ideas for bridging the gap
- [The Choice is Yours with Dr. Lynn Collins](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-choice-is-yours-with-dr-lynn-collins/) - Helping kids connect the dots Episode Summary: Practical, effective ways to help children of all ages connect the choices they make with the outcomes of those choices. This program explores the power of language to influence our sense of control in our lives, sharing ways to avoid talking to children with words and expressions that can
- [Theater and Autism Spectrum with Brian Haney](https://janebluestein.com/2012/theater-and-autism-spectrum-with-brian-haney/) - A Voice for Everyone Episode Summary: In a recent theater performance of autistic and neurotypical adults, Dr. Bluestein saw the results of Brian Haney’s work with the group through the processes of creating, rehearsing, and performing a script. In this podcast, Haney talks about the cast, the project, and the model he developed. He also
- [On the Right Foot with J. Victor McGuire](https://janebluestein.com/2012/on-the-right-foot-with-j-victor-mcguire/) - Support for beginning teachers Episode Summary: Important information about the special challenges and needs of people entering the teaching profession, whether coming in straight out of college, starting as a second career, or returning after an absence. Dr. McGuire discusses some of the obstacles beginning teachers often encounter with Dr. Bluestein, as well as their need for
- [Real-World Job Readiness with Carol Smith](https://janebluestein.com/2012/real-world-job-readiness-with-carol-smith/) - Helping kids prepare for the world of work Episode Summary: Career coach Carol Smith talks about helping students prepare to enter the work world. A primary concern for high school students who often feel unprepared for the requirements of getting a job, Smith offers practical tips and strategies to help young people identify and market their
- [Technology and Special Needs with Don and Gracie Tillman](https://janebluestein.com/2012/technology-and-special-needs-with-the-tillmans/) - Extra support from electronic resources Episode Summary: Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Don Tillman, owner of Safe Data LLC & his wife Michelle “Gracie” Tillman, who experienced a traumatic brain injury. The program focuses on the use of technology and various applications that help with organizing tasks, time management, school homework demands and calendar reminders. Gracie
- [The Future and Art of Drug Education with Jeff Wolfsberg](https://janebluestein.com/2012/drug-education-with-jeff-wolfsberg/) - Ways to Reach Students Effectively Episode Summary: The good and the bad of current drug education programs in school, including the problems with information-based programs, the value of getting input from students, and the priorities used when deciding on which program to adopt. They explore the impact of school culture and policies, as well as kids' emotional
- [Why Teach Music? with Julie Rombach-Kendall](https://janebluestein.com/2012/why-teach-music-with-julie-rombach-kendall/) - The importance and benefits of music education Episode Summary: Dr. Jane Bluestein and music teacher Julie Rombach-Kendall explore the connections between music and other areas of the curriculum, as well as the ability to build student engagement and academic achievement through the use of music. In addition, they discuss the potential for music and music education
- [Dr. Jane Bluestein at U.S. National Events](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dr-jane-bluestein-at-u-s-national-events/) - Speaking by Organization or Event in the United States This page highlights national events in the US where Dr. Bluestein has presented. You can also see where Dr. Bluestein has presented for schools, districts, and regional and local organizations throughout the US, as well as where she has presented for parents worldwide. Separate media pages
- [Resume: Dr. Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/2019/resume-dr-jane-bluestein/) - Jane Bluestein, Ph.D. Instructional Support Services Father Sky Industries 1709 Father Sky Ct NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 Cell/Text: 505-250-3965 https://janebluestein.com • Email Work Experience Keynote speaker and Seminar presenter; Program Development and Administration; Instruction and Staff Development; Supervision; Consultation; Content Development and Marketing, Website Development and Administration. Focus School climate, motivation and behavior management, learning needs, perfectionism,
- [The Adversity Connection with Dan Deigan](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-adversity-connection-with-dan-deigan/) - Building resiliency and persistence Episode Summary: Find the hidden gifts in obstacles and challenges. Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dan Deigan, founder of the Little Conversations Today Web site, to discuss the concepts of failure and success, offering practical suggestions for parents and educators help children deal with frustration, challenges, and obstacles they encounter. This program addresses
- [Handling Negative Student Behavior](https://janebluestein.com/2012/handling-negative-student-behavior/) - Tips for Intervention My work has focused on various aspects of teacher-student relationships since the early 80s. Although when I started speaking, I offered a variety of topics, the one that grabbed the most attention—and accounted for nearly 100% of the work I did—was on discipline and student behavior. The programs that were available at
- [Dealing Successfully with Your Students’ Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dealing-successfully-with-your-students-parents/) - Building Supportive Relationships Parents and guardians can provide a great deal of support and reinforcement. For the most part, they want to know what’s happening in school, how their children are doing, and how they, the parents, can help. They tend to be far more enthusiastic and positive in their support when they feel informed
- [Motivating Cooperative Behavior](https://janebluestein.com/2012/motivating-cooperative-behavior/) - Three Approaches to Authority Relationships Two Win-Lose approaches that can compromise the emotional safety of the environment: Powering: Adult Wins, Child Loses Strategies: Humiliation, loss of dignity, violation of self-esteem; criticism, shaming, verbal or emotional violence Threat to physical safety, physical violence Conditional approval or love; threat of emotional abandonment Deprivation of meaningful privilege
- [Teacher Self-Assessment](https://janebluestein.com/2012/teacher-self-assessment/) - Evaluate your approach What type of teacher are you? How does your approach to teaching and interactions with your students affect the climate of your classroom, not to mention the behavior, cooperation, and achievement of your students. We’ve had many models, some more effective than others, and many of us just do what’s been done
- [Getting Away with Success](https://janebluestein.com/2012/getting-away-with-success/) - Ideas for Teachers When we look back over the traditions from which our current school practices arose, we can see a system that practically guarantees failure for at least a portion of our students. Maybe it made some sense, when the majority of our students were heading to factory-era jobs, to stress the importance of
- [Guidelines for Offering Choices to Students](https://janebluestein.com/2012/guidelines-for-offering-choices-to-students/) - Practical Tips for Teachers Looking for a way to reduce power struggles and engage your students’ cooperation? One of the easiest ways to accommodate their need for autonomy or control in their lives is to offer some options in your assignments and projects—always within limits for safety and sanity! This strategy works with kids of
- [Guidelines for Reinforcing Positive Student Behavior](https://janebluestein.com/2012/guidelines-for-reinforcing-positive-student-behavior/) - Practical Tips for Teachers • Use positive reinforcement—verbal or non-verbal (interactive, token, or activity)—to acknowledge and strengthen already-existing behaviors• Avoid attempting to use reinforcement before the desired behavior has occurred. (Strategies to encourage the student to initiate a desired behavior or to intervene a disruptive behavior are presented in elsewhere on this Web site. See
- [Raves for Creating Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/raves-for-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - What People Are Saying about this Book by Dr. Jane Bluestein Finally a voice of reason arises from the din. School safety transcends debates on metal detectors and surveillance cameras. Within the walls of our schools exists the unspoken realm of emotional safety, or the lack there of. Dr. Bluestein explores the systemic dimensions of
- [Book: The Book of Article Reprints](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-the-book-of-article-reprints/) - A collection of articles for educators, counselors, and parents by Dr. Jane Bluestein This collection is available as a PDF eBook download. Here, finally, is a collection of more than four decades’ worth of articles by Dr. Jane Bluestein, including several made available through I.S.S. Publications for the first time. The book includes articles for parents,
- [Book: Classroom Management](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-classroom-management/) - One of the books in The Best of Corwin series. edited by Dr. Jane Bluestein Classroom management techniques that empower you and your students! This collection features excerpts from nine critically acclaimed Corwin publications by recognized experts, bringing a variety of classroom management techniques and practices together in one power-packed volume. Included are practical ideas for improving
- [Book: Listas Para Padres](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-listas-para-padres/) - Qué Hacer y Qué No libro de Jane Bluestein Más de 1.000 tips para construir mejores relaciones, con ideas simples, prácticas y comprobadas para ayudarle a construir el carácter, aumentar el rendimiento escolar, motivar la cooperación, reducir las fricciones, solucionar problemas y crear relaciones seguras y afectuosas con los niños de todas las edades! Usted
- [Book: Being a Successful Teacher](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-being-a-successful-teacher/) - The Original Survival Manual for New and Veteran Teachers by Dr. Jane Bluestein We are sold out of all remaining copies of this book, which is no longer in print. Please search online retailers for copies. The original survival manual for new teachers and veterans. A classic book that has launched—and saved—thousands of teaching careers,
- [Audio: Working Successfully with Difficult Students](https://janebluestein.com/2012/audio-dealing-with-difficult-students/) - Practical strategies for working successfully with difficult students A Live Audio Seminar by Dr. Jane Bluestein Sale: A recording of a full-day seminar presented by Dr. Jane Bluestein, who shares brain-friendly techniques for improving learning, achievement, and academic performance, even with students who have a history of failure, frustration, low self-control, bad attitudes, and poor test scores.
- [Product: Elementary “Booster Shots”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/product-elementary-booster-shots/) - Blackline masters for award stickers, buttons, certificates, and ribbons by Dr. Jane Bluestein, Lynn Collins, Ph.D., and Sherri Holtke, B.A. Free download: Ten pages with a variety of blackline masters for awards you can create to recognize your students, duplicating them for use again and again. Booster Shots® may be photocopied or scanned, as well as
- [Book: Dr. Bluestein’s Book of Handouts](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-dr-bluesteins-book-of-handouts/) - The Complete set of Handouts as an eBook in PDF form- fourth edition by Dr. Jane Bluestein More than 180 pages of tips, tricks, ideas, research-based information used by thousands of participants in Dr. Bluestein’s training programs and presentations. These handouts include information to help you: build an emotionally-safe classroom environment, along with cooperative and
- [Book: Mentors, Masters and Mrs. MacGregor](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-mentors-masters-and-mrs-macgregor/) - Stories of Teachers Making a Difference compiled by Dr. Jane Bluestein We are sold out of all remaining copies of this book, which is no longer in print. This book is in consideration for re-release. Please search online retailers for copies in the meantime. Remember that special teacher who touched your heart and mind, who
- [Book: Parents, Teens and Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/book-parents-teens-and-boundaries/) - How to Draw the Line by Dr. Jane Bluestein We are sold out of all remaining copies of this book, which is no longer in print. This book is currently in revision for a 25th anniversary edition, and next in line for an online release. Please search online retailers for copies in the meantime. The
- [Audio: ParentTapes to Download](https://janebluestein.com/2012/audio-parent-tapes-on-cd/) - Two mp3 audio files to download featuring Dr. Jane Bluestein Hear Dr. Bluestein in a live—and very lively—presentation in front of more than 200 parents of kids of all ages and stages. You’ll get nearly 2 hours’ worth of simple, practical ideas for building relationships with your kids. This entertaining and dynamic program will change
- [Product: Secondary “Booster Shots”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/product-secondary-booster-shots/) - Blackline masters for award stickers, buttons, and certificates by Dr. Jane Bluestein, Lynn Collins, Ph.D., and Sherri Holtke, B.A. Free download: Nine pages with a variety of blackline masters for awards you can create to recognize your students, duplicating them for use again and again. Booster Shots® may be photocopied or scanned, as well as colored,
- [High School’s Not Forever: Sample Pages and Chapter Titles](https://janebluestein.com/2012/high-schools-not-forever-sample-pages-and-chapter-titles/) - Sample Pages from High School’s Not Forever by Dr. Jane Bluestein and Eric Katz, M.S.A.C. We are sold out of all remaining copies of this book, which is no longer in print. This book is in revision for an eventual online release. Please search online retailers for copies in the meantime. You can now preview
- [New Introduction to Magic, Miracles and Synchronicity](https://janebluestein.com/2012/new-introduction-to-magic-miracles-and-synchronicity/) - A Journal of Gratitude and Awareness by Dr. Jane Bluestein, Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed. & SJ Sanchez, M.P.A. An Introduction to the Second Edition (excerpt): Before there was a book, there was an idea, and the original title for this idea was Magic, Miracles & Synchronicity. However, as we began to develop the content, our publisher targeted the chapter
- [Product: Article Reprints](https://janebluestein.com/2012/product-article-reprints/) - Articles by Dr. Jane Bluestein This is a complete listing of the article reprints available on this site. The articles are listed in alphabetical order and cover a wide range of topics, primarily for parents and educators, with some subjects for a more general audience. All of the articles were originally written for magazines or
- [No Kidding About Bullying with Naomi Drew](https://janebluestein.com/2012/no-kidding-about-bullying-with-naomi-drew/) - A constructive approach to a serious subject Episode Summary: What bullying looks like and the impact it has on children. Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Naomi Drew about bullying words and actions, which could include teasing, making fun of someone, name calling, giving someone dirty looks or rolling eyes, excluding someone, or any physical event meant to
- [Ending the Homework Wars with Susan Fitzell](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ending-the-homework-wars-with-susan-fitzell/) - Making homework fun and effective Episode Summary: Making homework work! Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Susan Fitzell about the value of practicing developing skills at home to anchor new learning in working memory and how emphasizing quality over quantity can make a big difference in a child’s ability to retain work covered in class. They discuss the
- [Creating an Environment of Resiliency in School with David Friedli](https://janebluestein.com/2012/creating-an-environment-of-resiliency-in-school-with-david-friedli/) - Three ingredients for success Episode Summary: Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with principal David Friedli about resiliency from the standpoint of how a balanced approach of high expectations, caring and support, and opportunities to participate can enhance student achievement, reduce student discipline, and increase positive character attributes. They discuss resiliency research, the characteristics of resilient youth, and
- [Compassionate Schools with James Wright](https://janebluestein.com/2012/compassionate-schools-with-james-wright/) - The importance of school connectivity Episode Summary: Middle school counselor James Wright talks with Dr. Jane Bluestein about the importance of connectedness and compassion in schools. They explore the impact of adverse childhood experiences on kids’ experiences in school, especially with regard to their ability to learn and their response to traditional, punitive discipline policies. Wright
- [“Bully” is a Four-Letter Word](https://janebluestein.com/2013/bully-is-a-four-letter-word/) - Understanding the Concept to Manage the Territory by Dr. Jo Ann Freiberg Columbine was the crucible. Whether because of its scale or because it happened in an upper middle class suburban community, what occurred in Littleton, Colorado forever changed how schools and communities in the United States respond to “bullying.” Prior to this event, the
- [“Bully” is a Four-Letter Word with Dr. Jo Ann Freiberg](https://janebluestein.com/2012/bully-is-a-four-letter-word-with-dr-jo-ann-freiberg/) - Emphasizing the language of respect Episode Summary: Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Jo Ann Freiberg about what Freiberg calls “bully-mania,” referring to the hyper-reactivity and vigilance that has emerged in the shadow of the Columbine murders. They discuss the implications and limitations of including all forms of peer harassment, teasing, exclusion, or other hurtful behaviors
- [“Pads” on the Back Translators](https://janebluestein.com/2012/pads-on-the-back-translators/) - A World of Thanks... to our Translators and Helpers! There is no way this project could have gotten off the ground without the individuals who graciously offered their help with the translations. In each case I sought the talents of native speakers and asked for a translation that would best reflect the way a particular
- [8 sentences for translation](https://janebluestein.com/2012/8-sentences-for-translation/) - You can help... If you can translate the following 8 sentence starters into a language you don’t see on our download page for our “Pads” on the Back™ Templates, please copy the phrases below into an email and send the translations back. Be sure to include your name for inclusion on our Thank You page!
- [Bulgarian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/bulgarian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Bulgarian These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to download the PDF of the “Pads” on
- [Chinese “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/chinese-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Chinese (simplified) These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to download the PDF of the “Pads”
- [Arabic “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/arabic-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Arabic by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here
- [Croatian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/croatian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Croatian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Dutch “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/dutch-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Dutch by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [English “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/english-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in English by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Estonian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/estonian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Estonian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Finnish “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/finnish-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Finnish by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [French “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/french-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in French by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [German “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/german-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in German by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Greek “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/greek-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Greek by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Hawaiian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/hawaiian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Hawaiian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Hebrew “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/hebrew-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Hebrew by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Hindi “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/hindi-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Hindi by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Hungarian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/hungarian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Hungarian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Italian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/italian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Italian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Japanese kanji “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/japanese-kanji-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Japanese (kanji) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [Japanese phonetic “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/japanese-phonetic-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Japanese (phonetic) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [Korean “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/korean-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Korean by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Latin “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/latin-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Latin by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Latvian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/latvian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Latvian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Malay “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/malay-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Malay by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Norwegian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/norwegian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Norwegian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Polish “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/polish-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Polish by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Portuguese “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/portuguese-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Portuguese by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Romanian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/romanian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Romanian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Russian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/russian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Russian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Serbian Latin “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/serbian-latin-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Serbian (Latin) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [Slovene “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/slovene-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Slovene by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Spanish “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/spanish-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Spanish by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Tagalog “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/tagalog-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Tagalog by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Turkish “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/turkish-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Turkish by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Vietnamese “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/vietnamese-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Vietnamese by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Welsh “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/welsh-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Welsh by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click here to
- [Yiddish Phonetic “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/yiddish-phonetic-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Yiddish (phonetic) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [About Father Sky Graphics](https://janebluestein.com/2012/about-father-sky-graphics/) - In-house Print and eDesign For much of my professional career, I have been responsible for doing much of the design and layout for everything from handouts and advertisements to books we’ve published under I.S.S. Publications, an original division of my company, Instructional Support Services (and later, Instructional Support Services, Inc.). Personal computing and desktop publishing made
- [Seattle: November 2012](https://janebluestein.com/2012/seattle-november-2012/) - Meetings, meetings, and a shot in the arm Well this was just wonderful! I had an opportunity to work with the Kent School District outside of Seattle. I did two presentations on The Win-Win Classroom: Strategies for Building Responsibility, Cooperation, and Self-Management in a Compassionate School Environment. The district had been working with a grant for Compassionate
- [Presentation: Managing 21st Century Classrooms](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-managing-21st-century-classrooms/) - How to Avoid Ineffective Classroom Management Practices! Presentation for educators by Dr. Jane Bluestein Of all the issues concerning teachers, discipline generally tops the list. All our preparation, enthusiasm and instructional expertise won’t get us much without the cooperation and attention of our students. This program examines the most common mistakes teachers make—many of them
- [Presentation: Bearing Witness](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-bearing-witness-2/) - Support for Kids in Crisis Presentation for educators and parents by Dr. Jane Bluestein Stress in a child’s life can have a huge impact on learning, attention, achievement, and behavior. Whether a problem at home, a recent loss or family trauma, abuse, neglect, academic pressure, or social strains and problems with peers, this program looks
- [Presentation: “No Really, I’m Fine!”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-no-really-im-fine/) - Connecting with kids in emotional distress Presentation for educators or parents by Dr. Jane Bluestein How often do troubled or upset kids attempt to open up to the adults in their lives, only to encounter a non-supportive, ineffective, or even destructive response? Unintentional or not, it’s no wonder so many upset kids try to convince
- [Presentation: What’s a Purchase Order?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-the-accidental-ceo/) - Confessions of an Accidental CEO Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Learning to market one’s skills, knowledge, and products can be a fascinating adventure, especially if your expertise is in a field other than business and marketing! Hear the personal experience of a former classroom teacher and volunteer counselor who became an “accidental” business woman and
- [Presentation: So You Want to Write a Book?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-so-you-want-to-write-a-book/) - Sharing your Passion, Ideas, and Voice with the World Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein The author of 19 books (so far!) explores various dimensions– practical, strategical, and emotional– of writing books and getting them published! Having started as a self-published author after writing a 400+ page survival manual for the beginning teachers in her Intern program,
- [Presentation: Boundaries 101](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-boundaries-101/) - From Basic to Black-Belt Self-Care Techniques Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Do you have a tendency to say yes when you want to say no? Is follow-through a challenge? Do you find yourself asking for excuses or giving warnings? Do you sometimes feel taken for granted? If you do, you are not alone. This presentation
- [Presentation: The Soft-Drink Dilemma](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-the-soft-drink-dilemma/) - Creating Win-Win Options in a Win-Lose World Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein Have you ever noticed that if you go to a restaurant and want a soft-drink, in almost every case you have to decide between Pepsi or Coke products? A silly distinction, but one that reflects the win-lose mentality that suggests in order for one side
- [5 Characteristics of a Good Boundary- For Educators](https://janebluestein.com/2012/5-characteristics-of-a-good-boundary-for-educators/) - Characteristics of a good boundary; alternatives to rules and punishments; positive discipline; following through; win-win authority relationships with students
- [Presentation: School Climate and Connectedness](https://janebluestein.com/2012/presentation-school-climate-and-connectedness/) - Keys to Successful Teaching Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein It takes more than a well-planned lesson for learning to happen. Even in schools with all the best equipment and the latest technology, the school climate and students’ sense of feeling connected to others in the building has been shown to be even more important to
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 1](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-1/) - Titles beginning with numerals and the letters A through M This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 3](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-3/) - Author names beginning with A and B This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 2](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-2/) - Titles beginning with N through Z This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references in
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 4](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-4/) - Author names beginning with C through E This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 5](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-5/) - Author names beginning with F through H This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 6](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-6/) - Author names beginning with I through L This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 8](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-8/) - Author names beginning with R through S This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 7](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-7/) - Author names beginning with M through Q This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Bibliography for Creating Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/bibliography-for-creating-emotionally-safe-schools/) - Links to resources cited in this book All of the resources below were used in Dr. Bluestein’s book, Creating Emotionally Safe Schools, (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001). They include: Titles beginning with numerals, “A” through “M” Titles beginning with “N” through “Z” Authors “A” and “B” Authors “C” through “E” Authors “F” through “H” Authors “I”
- [Safe Schools Bibliography, Page 9](https://janebluestein.com/2012/safe-schools-bibliography-page-9/) - Author names beginning with T through Z This is a portion of the list of resources used in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001.) Although many of these references appeared in the bibliography of the book, I have posted the entire bibliography on this website. This page includes references
- [Spare the Rod](https://janebluestein.com/2012/spare-the-rod/) - The case against corporal punishment The following excerpt comes from Chapter 17, ”Behavioral Safety: Discipline and Cooperation,“ from Creating Emotionally Safe Schools © Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001). This material was copied taken from the final draft of the manuscript and may vary slightly from the final publication. Updates where noted. All resources
- [Pretty and Popular](https://janebluestein.com/2012/pretty-and-popular/) - Bias and Discrimination in School Excerpt from chapter 12, “More Welcome than Others: Discrimination and Belonging,” from Creating Emotionally Safe Schools (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001). This excerpt was copied taken from the final draft of the manuscript. The material in the book may vary slightly. She was a Cardinal, one of the children of the
- [“Testing, Testing...”](https://janebluestein.com/2012/testing-testing/) - And the impact on school climate High scores—not high standards—have become the holy grail. — Barbara Kantrowitz and Daniel McGinn [43] Excessive emphasis on testing can lead to low teacher morale, a narrowed curricular focus, a diminished sense of professionalism among teachers and unethical placement practices. — Larry Lashway [44] Sometimes students who are not
- [An Attitude of Gratitude with Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed.](https://janebluestein.com/2012/an-attitude-of-gratitude-with-judy-lawrence-m-s-ed/) - Magic, miracles and synchronicity Episode Summary: Make a few minutes for gratitude and appreciation today. Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with co-author Judy Lawrence about their book, Magic, Miracles, and Synchronicity, and the various dimensions of gratitude that can enrich your life. Starting with the most basic appreciation of the tangible, concrete blessings and people in our
- [Guidelines for Offering Choices to Your Children](https://janebluestein.com/2012/guidelines-for-offering-choices-to-your-children/) - Practical tips for parents and caregivers If you’re looking for ways to motivate your kids and engage their commitment and cooperation, one of the easiest ways to do so is to offer options. Here’s how to make this strategy work most effectively. • Choices, like boundaries, are motivational tools that encourage cooperation through input and
- [Guidelines for Reinforcing Cooperation](https://janebluestein.com/2012/guidelines-for-reinforcing-cooperation/) - Reinforcing cooperation and good behavior in your kids; recognizing positive behavior without praise or creating dependence on conditional approval
- [Some Kids Study Better When...](https://janebluestein.com/2012/some-kids-study-better-when/) - Noticing and accommodating your children’s learning preferences There are several ways to change or maintain our level of alertness and attentiveness. Even if your study habits are different from your children’s, it is possible that they will be able to concentrate and learn by using some of the following options. Watch for consistency of completion
- [Guidelines for Handling Your Children’s Negative Behavior](https://janebluestein.com/2012/guidelines-for-handling-your-childrens-negative-behavior/) - Practical tips for parents and caregivers • Think prevention. Although no one can predict every possible opportunity for disaster, many problems can be avoided by taking the time to anticipate what you and your children will need, considering any possibility for misunderstandings or difficulties, and setting very specific limits ahead of time. • When something
- [Myers-Briggs Scales and Categories](https://janebluestein.com/2012/myers-briggs-scales-and-categories/) - Personality inventory scales and categories The Myers-Briggs assesses where we place on the following four scales: EI ExtrovertIntrovert NS IntuitingSensing TF ThinkingFeeling JP JudgingPerceiving (Finish Oriented)(Process Oriented) The four scales above allow for a possible 16 combinations with variations within any one category depending on the placement or strength in any one scale. David Kiersey’s
- [Thinking of “Consequences” as the Good Stuff](https://janebluestein.com/2012/thinking-of-consequences-as-the-good-stuff/) - A very different approach! Here’s a new spin on the notion of “consequences,” a term familiar to every parent. But rather than looking at the negative outcome of behavioral choices your children make, let’s examine a more positive alternative, a shift in focus that is far more effective in generating the kinds of behaviors you
- [Where in the World...?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/where-in-the-world/) - A bucket-list goal inspired by a remarkable teacher Ever wonder if you’re making a difference in your students’ lives? Here’s an example that, many years ago, had a huge impact on shaping my career and life. Skip to the list! This list is posted with a very special nod (and thanks) to Mark Blasko, my
- [My “Enterprising” Friends](https://janebluestein.com/2012/my-enterprising-friends/) - Geeks on Board The first two MacMania cruises coincided and in certain instances, overlapped with, a Star Trek Cruise. Highlights include hearing John de Lancie speak about his experience on Star Trek and opening up for questions which, given the group we were with, were more about whether he had upgraded to OSX yet. (An extremely nice
- [Brave New World](https://janebluestein.com/2012/brave-new-world/) - Changing role of schools, supporting a changing society; industrial era teaching vs information era and beyond; purpose of education and schools
- [The School as a Dysfunctional Family](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-school-as-a-dysfunctional-family/) - And some healthy, functional alternatives Similarities between schools and dysfunctional families are reflected in the beliefs or rules that can compromise the emotional climate of any system. Included for each category are alternatives which, when chosen, can have a positive impact on this climate, as well as on the relationships and performance of individuals functioning
- [Bearing Witness](https://janebluestein.com/2012/bearing-witness/) - Support for children in crisis Excerpt from “Emotional Safety: Personal and Character Development,” from chapter 15 of Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein © 2001, Health Communications, Inc., Deerfield Beach, FL. This excerpt was extracted from the manuscript for this book and may be slightly different from the actual printed copy. The entire bibliography of Creating Emotionally Safe
- [Children at Risk](https://janebluestein.com/2012/children-at-risk/) - Common characteristics and family patterns When we hear the term at-risk kids, it’s easy to think of the trouble-makers, the behavior problems, the children who seem to fall farther behind each year. And while these young people tend to demand a good portion of our time, energy, and resources, there are others whose vulnerability often
- [7 Steps to Bully-Proofing Kids](https://janebluestein.com/2012/7-steps-to-bully-proofing-kids/) - Ways to Increase Confidence and Decrease Vulnerability 1. Teach them to value their self-worth. Every child needs to know they don’t have to look, act, dress, learn, or be like everyone else to be worthy of respect. Affirm their talents, strengths, and competencies so they can always remember who they are at the core, regardless
- [Bullying Checklist for Kids](https://janebluestein.com/2012/bullying-checklist-for-kids/) - Check Your Behavior Take this self-test to find out if you’re doing anything that’s considered to be bullying. Do you do any of the following on a regular basis? - Purposely try to make another person feel bad. - Make fun of people to hurt or embarrass them. - Engage in lots of name-calling. -
- [You Belong](https://janebluestein.com/2012/you-belong/) - You Belong Poem by Naomi Drew Come join in, come join in, no matter your background or color of skin. You are of value for all that you are, your special uniqueness will carry you far. It’s not about the way you look, your size, or weight, or height. What matters most is what’s inside,
- [The Dignity Stance](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-dignity-stance/) - Tips for responding to meanness or bullying by Naomi Drew Note from Jane Bluestein: Ms. Drew recommends teaching kids the following strategies. I think this information would also be valuable for adults in a similar situation. * Stand tall with your head held high, feet apart. * Take slow deep breaths to keep your cool.
- [Homework Rating Scale](https://janebluestein.com/2013/homework-rating-scale/) - A self-assessment for educators* By Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller *Note to Parents: Use this assessment to rate the value of your children’s homework assignments. The drive to assign more and more homework to children at younger ages is in full force in many schools. The desire to increase achievement and raise the test scores has
- [Taking a Stand Against Homework](https://janebluestein.com/2012/taking-a-stand-against-homework/) - by Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller You know what’s happening with homework in American education. Simply put, more homework is being assigned than ever before and it is being assigned to younger and younger children. But is it good? More teachers are beginning to think not. Many professional and thoughtful educators across the country are
- [Making Homework Work](https://janebluestein.com/2012/making-homework-work/) - Building Flexibility into Your Homework Policy Any teacher who has ever given out homework has certainly encountered a student the next day saying, “I don’t have my assignment.” Whether pitiful or indifferent, this admission often places us in the unfortunate position of asking why, which puts us in the even more unfortunate position of having
- [Is Your Child’s Homework Worth Doing?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/is-your-childs-homework-worth-doing/) - by Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller Note from Jane Bluestein: Here’s another terrific article about Homework for parents and educators. Check out my perspective in a separate article on this topic. Also note, the emphasis (boldface) in this article is my doing. The drive to assign more and more homework to children at younger ages is
- [Synthesis of Research Findings on Homework](https://janebluestein.com/2012/synthesis-of-research-findings-on-homework/) - by Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller Note from Jane Bluestein: An angry middle school teacher wrote to Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller, asking them to defend the research cited in previous newsletter articles, (two of which are included on this site in the links following this post). Although Moorman and Haller stated that the “burden
- [What About Homework?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-about-homework/) - Considerations for educators and parents I google the word “homework” and discover 70+ million results, many of them, on the first few pages, at least, pointing to websites offering homework help, tools, or information to use in assignments. Look for research and you can support just about any position you’d like! This is an issue
- [Students: Worth the Investment](https://janebluestein.com/2012/students-worth-the-investment/) - Building relationships with our students; school safety; connectedness and achievement; social skills; teacher role in students' lives
- [Rules and Beliefs of Unhealthy Systems](https://janebluestein.com/2012/rules-and-beliefs-of-unhealthy-systems/) - Foundations of unhealthy adult-child group systems For much of my recent career, I have referred the following two lists (“Rules” and “Beliefs”) as the basis for the paradigm in which many of our current practices and polices exist. The information comes from Alice Miller’s work (cited below) and represents destructive, if common, ideas which cumulatively
- [10 Characteristics of Healthy Adult-Child Relationships](https://janebluestein.com/2012/10-characteristics-of-healthy-adult-child-relationships/) - Characteristics of healthy, positive relationships with children
- [The Inclusive Teacher with Margit Crane](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-inclusive-teacher-with-margit-crane/) - Success with your ADD and ADHD students Episode Summary: Teachers encounter a wide range of student needs, experiences, abilities, personalities, and behaviors. Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Margit Crane about ways to accommodate such diversity, assuring teachers that doing the work needed up front will create less work— in terms of dealing with misbehavior and failure—
- [The Animal School](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-animal-school/) - A Fable by George Reavis Once upon a time the animals decided they must do something heroic to meet the problems of a “new world” so they organized a school. They had adopted an activity curriculum consisting of running, climbing, swimming, and flying. To make it easier to administer the curriculum, all the animals took
- [I'm Hyperactive, You’re Hyperactive](https://janebluestein.com/2012/im-hyperactive-youre-hyperactive/) - Implications for a diagnosis Excerpt from chapter 18, “Physical Safety: The Student Body,” in Creating Emotionally Safe Schools (by Jane Bluestein, Ph.D., Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2001). The material shared here was taken from the manuscript from this book. The actual published version may be slightly different. Public schools have begun to issue
- [The “Ideal” Student](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-ideal-student/) - The students we were taught to teach Traditional classrooms tend to favor students with the following characteristics or strengths: Strong in linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligences Academically on grade level (not too far ahead or behind) Learning Preferences: Prefers working in a quiet environment Best time of day: Early morning, afternoon Social: Prefers working quietly alone
- [Working with Different Modality Strengths and Limitations](https://janebluestein.com/2012/working-with-different-modality-strengths-and-limitations/) - Characteristics and strategies Individuals of all ages tend to learn better when presented with new information in a way that makes sense to their brain and nervous system. Here is some information to help learners of different abilities. Appreciating and accommodating these differences whenever possible can reduce a great deal of stress for everyone concerned—teachers, parents,
- [Ways to Reach More Students](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-reach-more-students/) - Accommodating a variety of learners While these tips were originally developed with regard to classroom environments, they are also relevant to parents (think about how and where kids do homework), and apply to learners of all ages. • Build on student strengths; teach to a variety of intelligences and abilities • Respect different types of
- [Test Time](https://janebluestein.com/2012/test-time/) - Bringing balance and sanity to our schools How often do you hear yourself urging a student, “Come on, you have to learn this. It’s going to be on the test!”? I hear this appeal in classrooms all the time, and am certainly guilty of having uttered it myself. Still, I have to laugh, because after
- [Ways to Model Respect with your Children](https://janebluestein.com/2012/ways-to-model-respect-with-your-children/) - Practical ways to teach respectful behavior This list was compiled for a book for parents. Many of these tips will also apply to educators and others who work with young people. • Listen. Make eye contact when your children are talking to you. Make an effort to really hear and appreciate what your children are
- [Whatever Happened to 21st Century Discipline?](https://janebluestein.com/2012/whatever-happened-to-21st-century-discipline/) - How this title ceased to exist Here’s the story of what turned out to be the happy ending (and several years later, the closing of a long karmic circle) to a long and unsuccessful struggle to retain the rights to a book I wrote in the mid-1980’s. This story starts on New Year’s day 2007
- [Industrial Age vs. Information Age](https://janebluestein.com/2012/industrial-age-vs-information-age/) - Two very different classrooms On this page you will find a comparison between traditional classrooms established according to the demands of an industrial-age or factory economy, and win-win classrooms adapted to the needs the information age, particularly as these differences correspond to classroom values, priorities, motivators, authority relationships, desired (encouraged) student behaviors, and discipline goals.
- [Multiple Intelligences](https://janebluestein.com/2012/multiple-intelligences/) - Many ways to be smart Here is a very brief overview of Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences, or different ways of being “smart.” Linguistic Skill with words; using language, expressing with words, either written or spoken, and understanding what is said or written. Related skills might include storytelling, memorizing, writing, discussing, debating, journaling, oration and reading.
- [Water and the Body](https://janebluestein.com/2012/water-and-the-body/) - Benefits of water to for learning, behavior, and health Hydration is critical to learning and performance. If you coach a sport or have children who are on teams or compete in sports, you would probably never send your kids onto the field, court, or track, or even into the pool without being adequately hydrated. Coaches
- [Expert on Bullying Discusses Ways to Reduce the Problem](https://janebluestein.com/2012/expert-on-bullying-discusses-ways-to-reduce-the-problem/) - Interview by Grace Merritt with Dr. Jane Bluestein © 2010, from the Hartford Courant, reported April 14, 2010 Dr. Jane Bluestein, an author and expert on bullying and creating a positive school environment, was the keynote speaker last week at a statewide conference on bullying prevention for teachers, school leaders, and parents. Bluestein believes that fostering
- [9 Things to Remember when Setting Boundaries- For Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2012/9-things-to-remember-when-setting-boundaries-for-parents/) - Practical tips for making boundaries work * Use boundaries to let your children know your limits and tolerances, your availability, the conditions under which you will participate in some activity, which privileges are available, or the conditions under which a privilege is available to your children. Use boundaries to give your children information they can
- [11 Reasons to Use Boundaries- For Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2012/11-reasons-to-use-boundaries-for-parents/) - Establishing your authority with boundaries * Boundaries allow you to express your limits and to communicate the conditions or availability of certain privileges that your children desire. * Boundaries prevent conflict and build win-win power structures. They help you take care of yourself while attempting to accommodate your children’s needs or desires. * Boundaries build
- [6 Reasons to Not Ask “Why”- For Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2012/6-reasons-to-not-ask-why-for-parents/) - No more excuses! This post is about not asking for excuses by asking your kids to explain why they did something wrong or forgot to do something they were supposed to do (or had agreed to do). This is a common pattern that will create problems and can undermine your authority. Here’s why asking “why”
- [Staying Positive in the Face of Negativity and Horror](https://janebluestein.com/2012/staying-positive-in-the-face-of-negativity-and-horror/) - Staying positive in the face of negativity and horror I am, by nature, a positive person. For my own sanity, and for the sake of maximizing my potential contribution to the world, I try to look for the good in all things. That said, I am also extremely sensitive to violence and cruelty, and seem
- [Rules and Boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/2012/rules-vs-boundaries/) - Effectively creating structure in your classroom When I started teaching, I had some reservations about being completely in charge and responsible for the rules, so I tried involving the students in this task. Part of my intention was an honest stab at building a positive, win-win classroom environment, wanting to acknowledge the students’ needs for
- [Thank You, Mrs. Mather](https://janebluestein.com/2013/thank-you-mrs-mather/) - Acknowledging an early inspiration I knew it the instant I walked into Edith Mather’s kindergarten in the fall of 1956: I’m going to be a teacher. There was something about that classroom that was so wonderfully exciting, so inviting, so safe. It wasn’t just the room, of course, but the warmth, enthusiasm and dedication of
- [What Jane’s Been Up to: 2015](https://janebluestein.com/2015/what-janes-been-up-to-2015/) - When is it Too Late to Send Out Holiday Cards? It is July 12, 2015. At what point do I put away the stack of Christmas, Hanukah, and New Years cards that have been sitting on my desk since last Halloween? My intentions to send them out in a timely manner, along with much of the rest of
- [What Jane’s Been Up to: 2012](https://janebluestein.com/2012/what-janes-been-up-to-2012/) - December 12, 2012: Happy Holidays This post was adapted from our 2012 holiday letter. I did not keep a blog this year, though many of the highlights are noted below. Greetings from Albuquerque, where it just got cold after an unusually warm fall and early winter. We hope that 2012 has been a good year
- [The Power of Discouragement](https://janebluestein.com/2012/the-power-of-discouragement/) - The impact of feedback on achievement Years ago working in Slovenia, I met an art teacher, Andrej Grošelj, who stayed in touch over the years and became a friend until his recent and sudden death. With the help of Google’s Language Tools, I was able to translate email messages he occasionally sent in his native tongue. One
- [Picking up the Pieces](https://janebluestein.com/2012/picking-up-the-pieces/) - Reclaiming our essence “I can never read your writing.” “That was awful. Maybe you should leave the athletics to your sister.” “I can’t tell what this drawing is supposed to be.” “You’ll never be any good at...” Do any of these sound familiar? I know very few adults who grew up without at least some
- [Jane Bluestein Discusses Emotionally Safe Schools](https://janebluestein.com/2012/jane-bluestein-discusses-emotionally-safe-schools/) - Interview by Kate Bedford ©2001 Kate Bedford, Six Seconds Jane Bluestein is an award winning author and speaker. Her newest book, Creating Emotionally Safe Schools, is a comprehensive look at how we can make any educational institution safer— from an emotional, academic, behavioral, social, and physical standpoint. Formerly an inner-city classroom teacher, crisis-intervention counselor, and
- [Spectrum Podcasts by Topic](https://janebluestein.com/2012/spectrum-podcasts-by-topic/) - Topics of Spectrum Podcast Programs The following topics have been explored on Spectrum Podcasts, a series of programs relevant to educators, counselors, community and social service workers, and parents. (Also available: a list of podcasts by program guest.) The Adversity Connection with Dan Deigan An Attitude of Gratitude with Judy Lawrence, M.S.Ed. “Bully” is a
- [Spectrum Podcasts by Guest](https://janebluestein.com/2012/spectrum-podcasts-by-guest/) - Spectrum podcasts listed by guest, conversations about teaching, parenting, money management, discipline, job readiness, self-care, and more!
- [Is Control the Goal? with Tammy Cox](https://janebluestein.com/2013/is-control-the-goal-with-tammy-cox/) - The high price of trying to control children Episode Summary: Power is an intrinsic need we all have from day one! When it comes to adult-child relationships, power struggles are consistently at the top of the list. We all know that kids need limits and structure to grow into responsible adults, but there is also an
- [Spectrum Podcast Guest Questionnaire](https://janebluestein.com/2013/spectrum-podcast-guest-questionnaire/) - Pre-Recording Questionnaire Thank you for your interest in being a guest on Spectrum Podcasts. To help us best describe and promote your interview, please download a copy of the questionnaire in MS Word or copy the questions below to paste your responses into an email. Thank you in advance. • Name (how you would like to be introduced):
- [Bosnian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2013/bosnian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Bosnian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Free download:
- [Albanian “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2013/albanian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Albanian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Free download:
- [Ukrainian “Pads on the Back”™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2013/ukrainian-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Ukrainian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Free download:
- [Ways to Improve the School’s Social Culture](https://janebluestein.com/2013/ways-to-improve-the-schools-social-culture/) - Practical strategies for positive change • Pay attention to peer-to-peer interactions. Increase awareness, advocacy, and a willingness to take immediate, positive action (regarding how kids treat one another). • Advocate for the underdog. Encourage kids to connect with children who seem isolated. Emphasize the value of inclusion. • Interrupt any instances of meanness, name calling,
- [Stressful or Painful School Experiences](https://janebluestein.com/2013/stressful-or-painful-school-experiences/) - Events and experiences that can compromise emotional safety and learning The items on this list were compiled from a number of print resources as well as surveys and interviews conducted over a two-year period. (Many items suggested in the literature overlapped or were repeatedly expressed in interviews and surveys.) Feel free to add your own observations
- [10 Myths About Autism](https://janebluestein.com/2013/10-myths-about-autism/) - Sorting it all out Note: In case it’s not obvious, the myths are highlighted. The facts follow. 1. Autism is one disorder. Autism Spectrum Disorders include Asperger Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. 2. Children with Autism have a hidden or exceptional talent. Children with Autism have unique
- [What’s so Hard About Win-Win?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/whats-so-hard-about-win-win/) - Getting past old win-lose traditions This article was written for Educational Leadership magazine. A similar version appeared in the September 2011 edition of that magazine. Talk about safe, respectful schools and at some point, the term win-win is bound to come up. First coined in the 1920s by human relations and management pioneer Mary Parker
- [Improving Student Behavior through Positive School Climate](https://janebluestein.com/2013/improving-student-behavior-through-positive-school-climate/) - It’s not about the rules! From the January 2013 newsletter: There is a strange myth around kids’ behavior that if we just have enough rules (and severe enough punishments), the misbehaviors will disappear. What I’ve observed, however, is an even stranger reality in which the opposite tends to be true, especially in schools: the longer the
- [What’s Wrong with I-Messages?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/whats-wrong-with-i-messages/) - Problems with a popular formula This article was originally written for an issue of Families in Recovery, a parenting magazine that is no longer in print. I come back to revise and add to it from time to time, particularly when I see this strategy being promoted in advice columns or seminars. After more than
- [Leading Learning with Glenn Capelli](https://janebluestein.com/2013/leading-learning-with-glenn-capelli/) - The art, science, and craft of teaching Episode Summary: Did you ever have a teacher who changed your life? Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with author, speaker, and songwriter Glenn Capelli about how teachers can have a powerful impact on a child’s life—for good or bad. They discuss the importance of new and different experiences, including encounters
- [Appreciating Diversity](https://janebluestein.com/2013/appreciating-diversity/) - What kids are really learning Kids get lessons in diversity all the time. Whether in our homes, in school, or out in the world, they receive message after message about how people are the same or different. A great deal of the information they receive will be out of our control and sadly, some of
- [Are We Still Guilty of Gender Stereotyping?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/gender-stereotyping/) - A self-assessment survey for teachers, childcare workers, and others Update It is now 2022 and I read over this post (and recalled the examples from my teaching days) and am delighted at the positive shifts I've seen—in education, in the workplace, and in many areas of our culture—since my first days in the classroom in
- [Bullying Podcast with Stan Davis](https://janebluestein.com/2013/bullying-podcast-with-stan-davis/) - Learn what kids say works best, and what makes things worse Episode Summary: Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with author and retired therapist Stan Davis about the true value of the advice kids receive and the interventions they experience when they experience mistreatment at the hands of their peers. Based on feedback from over 13,000 students, Davis has
- [A Very Digital 2013: Feb. 3 Update](https://janebluestein.com/2013/a-very-digital-2013-feb-3-update/) - Slow and Steady Working on my site I’ve spent most of the past three days just adding pages to my site and I still have nearly 300 pages from the old site that haven’t been transferred yet. I somehow keep forgetting that the 700 pages or so that made up the last version of my
- [What Jane’s Been Up To: 2013](https://janebluestein.com/2013/what-janes-been-up-to-2013/) - I started 2013 reconstructing what was the 4th (or previous) incarnation of this website. It was right after the holidays, when it looked like 2013 was going to be a very digital year! The post below updates that blog as the year was unfolding into fall. September 1, 2013 Within in a year of launching my first
- [10 Dangers of Encouraging Obedience and People-Pleasing](https://janebluestein.com/2013/10-dangers-of-encouraging-obedience-and-people-pleasing/) - It’s not as desirable as it sounds! Parents can’t choose the mates of their children or the behavior of their children. You actually can’t choose anything for your children without disempowering them. —Abraham-Hicks* So many of the parents and teachers who come to my presentations (especially ones like “You Can’t Make Me!” and Dealing with Difficult Students,
- [Perfectionism with Dr. Miriam Adderholdt](https://janebluestein.com/2013/perfectionism-with-dr-miriam-adderholdt/) - What’s Bad About Being Too Good? Episode Summary: In a culture that praises and rewards excellence and accomplishment, how can we avoid crossing the line to a dangerous desire for perfection? Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Miriam Adderholdt about what perfectionism is, how it can negatively affect our social and emotional health, and the difference
- [5 Characteristics of a Good Boundary- For Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2013/5-characteristics-of-a-good-boundary-for-parents/) - And why they are better than rules Boundaries are tools for building cooperation in relationships, for letting others know what you want, and for letting them know which options are available to them (for getting what they want). Set boundaries when you want behaviors to change and wish to avoid negative, stressful behaviors such as
- [Recharging our Professional Batteries](https://janebluestein.com/2013/recharging-our-professional-batteries/) - 3 ways to keep the love alive! Earlier this year, I was contacted by a representative from a Polish Education Blog for an interview. They sent me a series of questions. One that really caught my eye—and was a lot of fun to answer—is offered below. The question is word-for-word the way it was posed
- [Armenian (Eastern) “Pads” on the Back](https://janebluestein.com/2013/armenian-eastern-pads-on-the-back/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Eastern Armenian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [Armenian (Western) “Pads” on the Back](https://janebluestein.com/2013/armenian-western-pads-on-the-back/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Western Armenian by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click
- [Stress and the Brain](https://janebluestein.com/2013/stress-and-the-brain/) - Fact Sheet: The impact of stress on learning and behavior Here are a few things to remember about the impact of stress on the brain, and on an individual’s ability to function effectively—academically and behaviorally—in a learning environment, where the climate and energy within is affected by a wide range of factors. While originally developed
- [The Myth of the Self-Esteem “Myth”](https://janebluestein.com/2013/the-myth-of-the-self-esteem-myth/) - What self-esteem is, and is not On this page you will find a comparison between the characteristics of someone with a healthy, functional sense of self-worth vs. the characteristics of someone whose sense of worth, value, esteem, and deservingness is weak or low. See below for additional information. Self-esteem clearly goes beyond simply “feeling good
- [Should Classrooms Ban Water Bottles?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/should-classrooms-ban-water-bottles/) - An argument in favor of hydration Talk to any of the coaches in my teacher training seminars and they all seem to have one thing in common. Regardless of the sport they coach, I’ve yet to meet anyone who would think of sending students out on the court, track, mat, or playing field without having
- [How to Stay Stressed](https://janebluestein.com/2013/how-to-stay-stressed/) - Does this sound familiar? The following [satirical] material came from a bookmark distributed by De Anza College: Although the De Anza Health Office long been an advocate of stress management, stress, tension, and burnout are still common complaints of students, faculty, and staff alike. On account of this, we have come to the following conclusion:
- [Writing About Perfectionism](https://janebluestein.com/2013/writing-about-perfectionism/) - An interesting journey: 2013-2015 A few weeks ago, I was invited to co-author a new edition of a book on perfectionism. I was, at the time, talking with two other friends about doing a leadership book in the Win-Win series sometime this fall, and I was also looking over a collection of notes for a book on recovery
- [An Alternative to Advice Giving](https://janebluestein.com/2013/an-alternative-to-advice-giving/) - Asking questions to guide problem solving The questions that follow are provided to help with the mechanics of mastering the technique of “asking—not telling,” an effective alternative to giving kids advice that encourages independence and problem-solving competence. The questions are in no particular order and will neither be relevant nor appropriate for every child or
- [Good Parenting or Effective Parenting?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/good-parenting-or-effective-parenting/) - What is the Difference? Good parents control their children. Right? When a child is throwing a temper tantrum at the supermarket, everyone is thinking, “If they were good parents, they’d control that kid!” Well, perhaps not everyone thinks that, but when it’s our child and we are the ones on center stage, it usually feels
- [Your Personal Learning Preferences](https://janebluestein.com/2013/your-personal-learning-preferences/) - A brief self-assessment As a part of many of my presentations (including nearly all full-day seminars and keynotes that address different ways people learn), I poll the audience to give participants a sense of differences that exist within the group. Even with small groups, the responses tend to be all over the map. Because I
- [How to Rewire Your Burned-Out Brain](https://janebluestein.com/2013/how-to-rewire-your-burned-out-brain/) - Tips from a neurologist Dr. Judy Willis is a neurologist, an authority in brain research related to learning and the brain and, more recently, a classroom teacher. This article appeared on the Edutopia Web site on May 22, 2012. Thanks to Kay Provolt for sending me this link when I really needed it, and to the
- [Thumbs up, thumbs down](https://janebluestein.com/2013/thumbs-up-thumbs-down/) - The importance of meaningful feedback My husband just came in to read a bit of consumer feedback on a product he was researching. The book received rave reviews but the reviewer gave the author three out of five stars because “the box was dented.” We’ve all seen this kind of feedback. Excellent restaurants downgraded because
- [Afrikaans “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2013/afrikaans-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Afrikaans by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Free download:
- [Curfew Blues?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/curfew-blues/) - Time to Agree about Time Do you get pushback from your kids when you try to enforce a curfew time? If so, you’re in good company. This is an area of conflict for many families and very often, the automatic response to a child’s negative response—whether sulking, arguing, complaining, or flat-out defiance—tends to result in
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 3](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-3/) - Part 3: Lack of Support Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of the issues
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 1](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-1/) - Part 1: Financial Realities Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of the issues that
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 6](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-6/) - Part 6: Issues of Autonomy and Discretion Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 2](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-2/) - Part 2: It’s Harder than it Looks Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 4](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-4/) - Part 4: Difficult Students, Difficult Parents Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of the
- [Why Teachers Quit, part 5](https://janebluestein.com/2013/why-teachers-quit-part-5/) - Part 5: Value and Status Note: The following is an excerpt from The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success, chapter three, “Climate Advisory: Entering Win-Lose Territory.” Although this book also elaborates on why teachers stay in the profession (in my case, since 1973), I believe it is important to also address some of the issues
- [Bibliography for The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide](https://janebluestein.com/2013/bibliography-for-the-beginning-teachers-survival-guide/) - Bibliography The resources below were used in Dr. Bluestein’s book, The Beginning Teacher’s Survival Guide: Win-Win Strategies for Success. This list was taken from the final manuscript submitted for this book in 2010 and may be slightly different from the resources listed in the 2021 version of the published book. All links were current and active
- [Presentation: Bouncing Back: Resiliency](https://janebluestein.com/2013/presentation-bouncing-back/) - Building Resiliency and Persistence in Our Students Presentation by Dr. Jane Bluestein How often do we see students struggling with a new challenge and just give up? Some don’t even try, and can invent all sorts of excuses—sometimes with their parents’ support—to avoid the risk we all need to take when we’re learning something new.
- [Taking a Step Back](https://janebluestein.com/2013/taking-a-step-back/) - ...Before taking the next step forward A new friend just asked if she could interview me on the topic of guilt-free self-care. I eagerly agreed but assured her that I knew very little about either. To be fair, I’m much better about the guilt part, and I’ve noticed a few lapses in my efforts at
- [Random Thoughts on the Blank Page](https://janebluestein.com/2013/random-thoughts-on-the-blank-page/) - A bad case of writer’s block I am a writer. And at the moment, I am a writer with a deadline. Two, in fact, the most immediate one for a 10,000-word piece on classroom management. Piece of cake, right? I’ve been writing, speaking, and blogging about that topic—especially the stuff we do that makes things
- [Link for Added Sales Tax](https://janebluestein.com/2013/link-for-added-sales-tax/) - For sales tax added to drop-ship orders Thank you for your order. As explained in our previous conversations—and now on our updated Ordering Instructions page—actual sales tax (the sales tax the publisher needs to collect) will be added to your order. Since your order was for a fixed amount (which does not include the sales tax),
- [Is Homework a Headache at Your House?](https://janebluestein.com/2013/is-homework-a-headache-at-your-house/) - At what point is the load too heavy? Note: This post comes from my October 2013 newsletter. The reaction was so strong, I thought I’d add it to the site. While I was back east earlier this month, I got to visit with my sister, Janice Patton,* and my niece Morgan, a freshman in a
- [Chaldean “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2013/chaldean-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Chaldean by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Get the
- [Icelandic “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2016/icelandic-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Icelandic by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Free download: Get
- [Product: “Pads” on the Back](https://janebluestein.com/2014/product-pads-on-the-back/) - Like Getting a Hug on Paper by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Dr. Lynn Collins We are sold out of all remaining stock of this. Our distributor has stopped producing this product. See link for free downloads of the 8 original messaged. This item is no longer in production. The good news is that you can
- [Gratitude: More than Just an Attitude](https://janebluestein.com/2013/gratitude-more-than-just-an-attitude/) - Practical activities to help build your gratitude practice Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. —Melody Beattie It’s easy to forget that gratitude is more than just an idea to drag out and dust off for the holidays, although Thanksgiving (here in the U.S. and belatedly for
- [Obedient vs. Cooperative Behavior](https://janebluestein.com/2014/obedient-vs-cooperative-behavior/) - There is a difference! As you can imagine, my perceptions and ideas about children’s behavior have evolved over the years, including shifts in the vocabulary and conceptual framework I use in my writing and seminars. These changes have been especially evident in relation to the concepts I explore in this post. Because it’s so easy
- [Drunken Danse Macabre](https://janebluestein.com/2014/drunken-danse-macabre/) - A tale of two departed alcoholics John A chronic alcoholic, a phone call, the police, and devastating news: the formula of tragedy. Found dead in his apartment at forty-seven years of age, John’s death was not a surprise. His lifelong alcohol and drug induced pseudo-nirvana had ended. Any hope for a spiritual awakening, possibility of
- [“Making Someone Wrong”](https://janebluestein.com/2014/making-someone-wrong/) - What does that really mean? In what has become a bit of a family joke, my husband and I can spend the entire day together in the house. Yet, regardless of how much time we’ve been talking or interacting, something happens the minute I reach for my keys to leave for a meeting, class, or
- [9 Avantages à Poser des Questions au lieu d’en Donner des Réponses](https://janebluestein.com/2014/9-avantages-a-poser-des-questions-au-lieu-den-donner-des-reponses/) - Les avantages: Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Les questions aident les enfants à explorer les dimensions d’un problème. • Les questions aident les enfants à explorer les options qui leur sont disponibles. • Les questions aident les enfants à identifier leurs buts et intentions. • Les questions servent à dégager des solutions de la part
- [14 Façons d’être un Parent Plus Conscient](https://janebluestein.com/2014/14-facons-detre-un-parent-plus-conscient/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Identifiez vos buts concernant l’éducation de votre enfant. Pensez au type de relation que vous cherchez à établir, et à ce que vous pouvez faire pour l’obtenir. Regardez les objectifs à long et à court-terme. • Faites-vous un petit panneau qui dit : « Ma relation avec mon enfant (ou mes enfants) est importante.
- [A Week in Havana](https://janebluestein.com/2014/a-week-in-havana/) - Enriching my life in so many ways Note: I’m sifting through a blur of memories and facts to put this blog together, trying to remember events, ideas, trends, issues, and statistics (sometimes with the help of online resources, when I can find them). If you come across any errors, please let me know so I
- [Cuba Trip: Itinerary and Photos](https://janebluestein.com/2014/cuba-trip-itinerary-and-photos/) - What we did, what we saw Since several people asked, here is a list of activities, events, lectures, meals, and breaks during our week. I have added a few personal items to the official itinerary, which includes the purpose of these activities, referring to interactions with locals to develop a better understanding of their culture,
- [36 Choses que Vous Pouvez Faire Pour Vous Sentir Bien](https://janebluestein.com/2014/36-choses-que-vous-pouvez-faire-pour-vous-sentir-bien/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Faites quelque chose que vous avez longtemps retardé. • Essayez une nouvelle recette ou un nouveau restaurant. • Ecrivez une lettre à quelqu’un de spécial. • Réparez quelque chose qui a été cassé. • Dites une blague à quelqu’un. • Offrez-vous un soin de visage, une manucure ou un massage (ou tous les trois!) • Promenez-vous pour
- [TDAH](https://janebluestein.com/2014/tdah/) - Troubles et états dont les symptômes «ressemblent» à un diagnostic de trouble déficitaire de l’attention avec hyperactivité par Dr. Jane Bluestein • Élèves tactiles ou avec des tendances kinesthésiquies prononcées • Grande intelligence physique-kinesthésique, spatiale, et musicale • Dominance auditive • Habiletés limitées en communication (a besoin de temps pour traiter, récupérer et articuler l’information) • Dysfonction d’intégration sensorielle • Dépression
- [13 Manières de Créer un Model de Respect pour votre Enfant](https://janebluestein.com/2014/13-manieres-de-creer-un-model-de-respect-pour-votre-enfant/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Ecoutez. Regardez-le dans les yeux quand votre enfant vous parle.• Frappez avant d’entrer dans la chambre de votre enfant, surtout si la porte est fermée. • Employez le type de langage et le ton de voix qui serait acceptable si votre enfant vous parlait. • Appréciez le besoin qu’a votre enfant de s’amuser
- [Comment Élevez-Vous vos Enfants?](https://janebluestein.com/2014/comment-elevez-vous-vos-enfants/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. Examinons les pratiques et valeurs que vous employez dans l’éducation de votre enfant. Parmi chaque groupe de déclarations choisissez celle avec laquelle vous identifiez le plus (celle qui correspond mieux à votre style personnel) ___ Je respecte le fait que mon enfant a des goûts qui diffèrent des miens. ___ Je
- [6 Manières de Prendre plus de Temps pour Vous-même](https://janebluestein.com/2014/6-manieres-de-prendre-plus-de-temps-pour-vous-meme/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Quand vos enfants sont encore petits, commencez à renforcer leur indépendance pour qu’ils apprennent à vous donner de l’espace. Commencer par passer une minute dans une pièce séparée—ou moins si nécessaire. Ajoutez un peu plus de temps chaque jour, jusqu’à ce que vous sentiez que vous avez atteint une pause
- [9 Façons d’être plus Proactif](https://janebluestein.com/2014/9-facons-detre-plus-proactif/) - Par Jane Bluestein Ph.D. • Ecrivez les buts que vous voulez atteindre en élevant votre enfant. Soyez spécifiques en ce qui concerne le comportement, les principes et les résultats à long termes qui vous sont importants. C’est plus facile à anticiper et éviter des problèmes quand vous savez ce que vous voulez réussir. • Engagez vos
- [5 Caractéristiques d’une Bonne Limite](https://janebluestein.com/2014/5-caracteristiques-dune-bonne-limite/) - par Dr. Jane Bluestein Clarté Les limites* sont detinies, precises et communiquées clairement. Elles fonctionnent le mieux lorsque vous captez l’attention des élèves, lorsqu’ils comprennent ce que vous leur demandez, lorsque le résultat positif de leur coopération est clair et lorsque des exigences, des conditions ou des facteurs de temps précis sont bien indiqués. Par
- [Playing Well With Others](https://janebluestein.com/2014/playing-well-with-others/) - Not all it’s cracked up to be When I was in second grade, I got a minus next to “plays well with others.” In my family, this was a terrible thing, worse even than getting a bad grade in the content areas. (This also wasn’t allowed, but somehow getting a “B”—the equivalent of failure in
- [Presentation: Win-Win Parenting](https://janebluestein.com/2014/presentation-win-win-parenting/) - A comprehensive and positive approach for parents and caregivers Formerly called Parents in a Pressure Cooker, this program offers dozens of practical, positive, and effective strategies to help parents build kids’ cooperation, responsibility, and self-management in a caring, mutually-respectful, win-win environment. This program was designed as a half-day, full-day, or multi-day training to combine the discipline
- [Presentations: Two- and Three-Day Training Seminars](https://janebluestein.com/2014/presentations-two-and-three-day-training-seminars/) - Opportunities for groups to explore various topics in greater depth In recent years, my work has focused on program keynotes and full-day training programs. On occasion, I have been afforded the luxury of extending the training over two or three days. If you have a group that could benefit from more in-depth exploration of the
- [Starting Off on a New School Year](https://janebluestein.com/2014/starting-off-on-a-new-school-year/) - What to do on those first few days As is common for this time of year, I’ve been working with groups of educators getting ready for the beginning of a new school year. As is also common, I found that in addition to the usual questions I get about authority relationships, challenging students, and creating a win-win
- [9 Ways to Encourage Your Children's Individuality](https://janebluestein.com/2014/9-ways-to-encourage-your-childrens-individuality/) - Appreciating your children’s uniqueness Even if your children are the spitting image of you, unless they are clones, you know that they are going to be different from you. And if you do indeed have more than one, they are going to be different from one another. This uniqueness contributes to the “personality” of your family, a potential
- [Top 5 Tips for Connecting with Parents](https://janebluestein.com/2014/top-5-tips-for-connecting-with-parents/) - Building great home-school relationships right from the start I once heard a school administrator remind her staff, “Parents don’t send their bad kids to school and keep the good ones home. They send us the best they’ve got.” Teachers don’t get to handpick our “clientele.” The mix of students will include kids with a variety of skills,
- [What Jane’s Been up to: 2014](https://janebluestein.com/2014/what-janes-been-up-to-2014/) - Thinking about what I wanted to include in this year’s highlights. The choices were pretty easy, actually, as I’ve spent most of this year attached to my laptop, reorganizing piles of research and interview notes that started in early 2013 and continues to this day. The bright spots include the actual writing, and progress that seemed all
- [Preventing Bullying in the Digital Age](https://janebluestein.com/2015/preventing-bullying-in-the-digital-age/) - Understanding and managing cyberspace aggression Guest blogger Amy Williams shares what to watch for and how to prevent meanness in the digital age. The ripple effect of bullying can be felt across all lanes of life. Similar to raging drivers on the road, aggressive Internet users can create a threatening environment for the people around them.
- [The Problem with Zero Tolerance and Push Out Strategies](https://janebluestein.com/2015/the-problem-with-zero-tolerance-and-push-out-strategies/) - Problems with push-out, suspension, expulsion of students; harsh discipline; alternatives to punishment; win-win classroom management; positive school climate
- [Making a Mistake in Front of Your Class](https://janebluestein.com/2015/making-a-mistake-in-front-of-your-class/) - A defining moment in every teacher’s life How do you handle mistakes you make in front of your class? Some important lessons these two authors learned in observing teachers. In Anchorage, Alaska, a first-year teacher made a spelling error on the board during the first week of school. As often happens in these kinds of
- [9 Ways to be More Proactive](https://janebluestein.com/2015/9-ways-to-be-more-proactive/) - Being a proactive parent, thinking ahead, avoiding problems; identifying your needs; anticipating your kids' needs; communicate expectations; think prevention
- [Why I Teach](https://janebluestein.com/2015/why-i-teach/) - Why I teach, staying with the job, little bits of progress; beginning teachers, challenges and consolation, inspiration, new teachers
- [Checklist: Characteristics of Positive Teacher-Student Relationships](https://janebluestein.com/2015/checklist-characteristics-of-positive-teacher-student-relationships/) - Checklist for characteristics of healthy, positive teacher-student relationships; evaluate the quality of teacher relationships with students
- [Checklist: Characteristics of Healthy Parent-Child Relationships](https://janebluestein.com/2015/checklist-characteristics-of-healthy-parent-child-relationships/) - Healthy patterns in relationships between adults and kids. Checklist for positive patterns, motivation, success orientation, modeling, self-care
- [Presentation: The Perfection Deception](https://janebluestein.com/2015/presentation-the-perfection-deception/) - perfectionism, image, authenticity, mental, health, culture, self-care, relationships, motivation, attachment, emotional safety, healthy pursuit of excellence
- [Motivation vs. Manipulation](https://janebluestein.com/2016/motivation-vs-manipulation/) - There is a difference You see the kids on task and behaving, and it’s natural to want to reinforce what they’re doing. By the same token, the kids who are dragging their feet or not doing their work (or chores) may need a bit of a fire lit under them. There are positive and effective
- [Fear, Stress, and Learning](https://janebluestein.com/2016/fear-stress-and-learning/) - Obstacles to the learning process Excerpt from “Learning and the Brain,” chapter 4 of Creating Emotionally Safe Schools by Dr. Jane Bluestein © 2001, Health Communications, Inc., Deerfield Beach, FL. This excerpt was extracted from the manuscript for this book and may be slightly different from the actual printed copy. The entire bibliography of Creating Emotionally Safe Schools is available on
- [Wish List for Beginning Teachers](https://janebluestein.com/2016/wish-list-for-beginning-teachers/) - What new teachers say they want most: respect, support, discretion, autonomy, honesty, fairness, value and status, autonomy.
- [Ways to Build Tolerance and Respect for Diversity](https://janebluestein.com/2016/ways-to-build-tolerance-and-respect-for-diversity/) - Practical strategies for positive change • Pay attention to peer-to-peer interactions. Increase awareness, advocacy, and a willingness to take immediate, positive action (regarding how kids treat one another). • Advocate for the underdog. Encourage kids to connect with children who seem isolated. Emphasize the value of inclusion. • Interrupt any instances of meanness, name calling,
- [Increasing Success for ALL Students](https://janebluestein.com/2016/increasing-success-for-all-students-2/) - Strategies for changing or maintaining the students’ level of alertness and attentiveness There will be times when your students are starting to drift off or glaze over but you need their attention for a few more minutes before the bell rings. Or they come in all wound up and you need them to settle down
- [Starting Over is Not Failure](https://janebluestein.com/2016/starting-over-is-not-failure/) - Beginning a new year. Or a new day. Note, May 2, 2016: I started this post on Feb. 8, 2014 and, like many things I started during the time I was working on the perfectionism book, lost track of it before I finished. I think the idea of coming back more than 2 years later
- [Does Your Confidence Propel or Sabotage You?](https://janebluestein.com/2016/does-your-confidence-propel-or-sabotage-you/) - How confidence affects our happiness There are two different kinds of confidence a person may embrace. One comes from a strong, quiet strength and the second type comes from a fear-based confidence. Quiet confidence is an inner strength that when attained doesn’t have to be talked about or placed on a résumé; it shows in a
- [Stress-Producing Obstacles in Relationships](https://janebluestein.com/2016/stress-producing-obstacles-in-relationships/) - Patterns to avoid Want to reduce conflict, pain, and alienation in relationships with the important people in your life? Here are some of the patterns that make connecting difficult. (Some suggestions for resolution below.) • Needing to be in charge or in control, especially when it depends on disempowering or controlling others, or when it disregards
- [15 Things You Should Give Up To Be Happy](https://janebluestein.com/2016/15-things-you-should-give-up-to-be-happy/) - Letting go of pain, stress, and suffering Note from Dr. Bluestein: Many of you know how picky I am about what I include on this site. This is a piece I came across a while ago and have been wanting to include it here ever since. (Included with permission from the author, Luminita Saviuc.) This list strongly
- [The Saber-Tooth Curriculum Revisited—A Brief Walk in Time](https://janebluestein.com/2016/the-saber-tooth-curriculum-revisited-a-brief-walk-in-time/) - Abstract Objectives and Purpose of Proposal In his 1939 book, The Saber-Tooth Curriculum, Harold Benjamin (aka J. Abner Pediwell) sketched a parable of stagnate curriculum reform. The book is a metaphorical and historical account of the development of an educational system. This paper addresses, through Pediwell perspective, the critical need to examine the foundations of
- [Ways to Help your Child Survive your Divorce](https://janebluestein.com/2016/ways-to-help-your-child-survive-your-divorce/) - Beyond damage control... Here are some tips to reduce the stress and anxiety you children may experience during and after your divorce. • Maintain a civil relationship with your spouse* during the divorce and afterwards. Treat each other with tolerance and respect. • Don’t badmouth your spouse to your kids regardless of your feelings for him
- [Assuming Your Professional Teaching Identity](https://janebluestein.com/2017/assuming-your-professional-teaching-identity/) - A guide for beginning teachers The following material is adapted from Chapter 6 of Becoming a Win-Win Teacher, a book written especially for new teachers, returning teachers, and anyone needing a shot in the arm during (or after) a challenging year. Teaching became easier when I started seeing myself as a teacher and no longer a college
- [What Jane’s Been Up To: 2017 and 2018](https://janebluestein.com/2019/what-janes-been-up-to-2017-and-2018/) - February 4, 2019 I started this page 17 months ago... It was September 7, 2017 and I had just sent out my first newsletter in 8 months. I had also just updated my home page content for the first time in nearly two years. I wanted to update what I had been up to that year
- [Life Interrupted](https://janebluestein.com/2019/life-interrupted/) - When Priorities Make an Unexpected Shift in Your Life In the spring of 2018, my mom had what the medical community calls an “event.” She went to the hospital for what I understood to be a routine endoscopy to deal with some GI issues. During the procedure, she had a stroke that left her unresponsive,
- [37 Ways to Spread Love On Random Acts Of Kindness Day (& Every Other Day, Too!)](https://janebluestein.com/2019/spread-love-on-random-acts-of-kindness-day-every-other-day-too/) - Share your good vibes with the world. by Dr. Jane Bluestein No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. — Aesop Think of the times you’ve been on the receiving end of someone’s courtesy, thoughtfulness, or patience — and how good it felt to get a call from an old friend or when that
- [Getting Through the “Gimme” Season](https://janebluestein.com/2016/getting-through-the-gimme-season/) - Tips for joyful giving (and staying sane) The hints start dropping early. Visions of sugarplums give way to images of the hottest toys, trends, and technology. Lists, links, and spreadsheets are emailed, tweeted, and texted. I want. I want. I want. Our inboxes overflow with gift ideas. We get wound up by the promises of glittery commercials
- [“Constructive Differencing” Notes and Highlights](https://janebluestein.com/2016/constructive-differencing-notes-and-highlights/) - How to disagree and still maintain contact The following offers additional resource material related to the conversation with Dr. Jared Scherz, (audio file/podcast). The main points include: One of the most stress-producing obstacles in any relationship is the need to be right when it requires others to be wrong. Differences in school systems occur on
- [The Beauty of Losing Control](https://janebluestein.com/2022/the-beauty-of-losing-control/) - An effective way to “be in charge”! Note: This is one of the very first articles I wrote for publication—in this case, for Instructor Magazine, back in 1985. The language and approach I currently use in my work has changed significantly over the years. For example, I rarely ever use the term “obedience” anymore because I have found
- [Book: 21st Century Discipline](https://janebluestein.com/2019/book-21st-century-discipline/) - Where it all began We are sold out of all remaining copies of this book, which is no longer in print. Please search online retailers for copies. Since the release of the first edition in 1985, we have sold thousands of copies of this book and remain incredibly grateful to everyone who supported this work.
- [Interview Questions: The Perfection Deception](https://janebluestein.com/2015/interview-questions-the-perfection-deception/) - Perfectionism and adequacy vs. the healthy pursuit of excellence; cultural, media influences; relationships; identity; procrastination; self-harm; anxiety
- [Bibliography for The Perfection Deception](https://janebluestein.com/2015/bibliography-for-the-perfection-deception/) - Resources for Bluestein Perfectionism Book Note: The following list includes the resources cited in the book, The Perfection Deception. Contributions are identified as obtained through email, written correspondence, personal messages, posts or comments on social media, telephone conversations, or face-to-face interviews or conversations between March 2013 and June 2015. This list does not include individuals
- [“Constructive Differencing” with Dr. Jared Scherz](https://janebluestein.com/2012/constructive-differencing-with-dr-jared-scherz/) - Helping kids learn to disagree and still maintain contact Episode Summary: Help children or all ages learn to explore and express their own opinions while respecting difference in how others think and feel. This podcast examines why disagreeing can be so threatening, plus cultural and digital influences and the role of adults (and schools) to help
- [Serbian Cyrillic “Pads” on the Back™ Template](https://janebluestein.com/2012/serbian-cyrillic-pads-on-the-back-template/) - Download the “Pads” on the Back™ Template in Serbian (Cyrillic) by Dr. Jane Bluestein & Lynn Collins, Ph.D. These are two of the eight different messages on the PDF. By clicking on the link below you agree to keep the copyright notice on this page and to distribute or share these materials for free. Click

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- [Jane’s Blog](https://janebluestein.com/about/janes-blog/) - A More Personal Side of My Life Unlike my other posts and pages, this section is a little more personal and reflective. In addition to archives of journals sharing what I was up to from one year to the next, I have included a few holiday letters, photos and memories of special friends (critters and
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- [How Kids Learn](https://janebluestein.com/parents-2/how-kids-learn/) - Resources for parents and other caregivers Topics relating to learning, including your children’s learning styles, movement and learning, the body-brain connection, special needs, non-traditional learners, relationships with your children’s teachers, homework, and other school-related issues. articles, handouts, and blogs | products | podcasts | presentations Articles, handouts, and blogs 9 Ways to Encourage Your Children’s Individuality 10 Myths
- [The Podcasts](https://janebluestein.com/about/the-podcasts/) - Spectrum Podcasts Spectrum Podcasts launched in July 2011 as a series of conversations between Dr. Jane Bluestein and experts with a range of expertise on topics of relevance to educators, counselors, parents, and the general community. Each audio program is approximately 30 minutes in length and promises to inspire, broaden your understanding, and leave you
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- [reinforcement](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reinforcement/)
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- [classroom climate](https://janebluestein.com/tag/classroom-climate/)
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- [classroom social dynamics](https://janebluestein.com/tag/classroom-social-dynamics/)
- [sociograms](https://janebluestein.com/tag/sociograms/)
- [student social behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/student-social-behavior/)
- [social competence in children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/social-competence-in-children/)
- [tolerance](https://janebluestein.com/tag/tolerance/)
- [friendship skills](https://janebluestein.com/tag/friendship-skills/)
- [leadership skills in children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/leadership-skills-in-children/)
- [status among students](https://janebluestein.com/tag/status-among-students/)
- [opportunities for service](https://janebluestein.com/tag/opportunities-for-service/)
- [teaching tolerance](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-tolerance/)
- [respect for diversity](https://janebluestein.com/tag/respect-for-diversity/)
- [appreciation for diversity](https://janebluestein.com/tag/appreciation-for-diversity/)
- [respecting differences](https://janebluestein.com/tag/respecting-differences/)
- [appreciating others](https://janebluestein.com/tag/appreciating-others/)
- [depression](https://janebluestein.com/tag/depression/)
- [handling failure](https://janebluestein.com/tag/handling-failure/)
- [dealing with decline](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dealing-with-decline/)
- [play well with others](https://janebluestein.com/tag/play-well-with-others/)
- [student social skills](https://janebluestein.com/tag/student-social-skills/)
- [learning styles](https://janebluestein.com/tag/learning-styles/)
- [independence](https://janebluestein.com/tag/independence/)
- [learning preferences](https://janebluestein.com/tag/learning-preferences/)
- [working alone](https://janebluestein.com/tag/working-alone/)
- [social skills](https://janebluestein.com/tag/social-skills/)
- [positive behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-behavior/)
- [self-care in relationships](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-care-in-relationships/)
- [impatience](https://janebluestein.com/tag/impatience/)
- [making people wrong](https://janebluestein.com/tag/making-people-wrong/)
- [labeling](https://janebluestein.com/tag/labeling/)
- [responding in anger](https://janebluestein.com/tag/responding-in-anger/)
- [alternatives to impatience](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alternatives-to-impatience/)
- [alternative to criticism](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alternative-to-criticism/)
- [alternatives to anger](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alternatives-to-anger/)
- [justifiable anger alternatives](https://janebluestein.com/tag/justifiable-anger-alternatives/)
- [culprits](https://janebluestein.com/tag/culprits/)
- [blaming](https://janebluestein.com/tag/blaming/)
- [making wrong](https://janebluestein.com/tag/making-wrong/)
- [calm response](https://janebluestein.com/tag/calm-response/)
- [expectation](https://janebluestein.com/tag/expectation/)
- [alcoholism](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alcoholism/)
- [hepatic cirrhosis; death by alcohol](https://janebluestein.com/tag/hepatic-cirrhosis-death-by-alcohol/)
- [enabling](https://janebluestein.com/tag/enabling/)
- [dealing with an addict](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dealing-with-an-addict/)
- [terminal addiction](https://janebluestein.com/tag/terminal-addiction/)
- [codependency](https://janebluestein.com/tag/codependency/)
- [suicide by addiction](https://janebluestein.com/tag/suicide-by-addiction/)
- [writer's block](https://janebluestein.com/tag/writers-block/)
- [balance](https://janebluestein.com/tag/balance/)
- [deadlines](https://janebluestein.com/tag/deadlines/)
- [pressure](https://janebluestein.com/tag/pressure/)
- [stress](https://janebluestein.com/tag/stress/)
- [blank page](https://janebluestein.com/tag/blank-page/)
- [overcommitting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/overcommitting/)
- [overwhelm](https://janebluestein.com/tag/overwhelm/)
- [writing](https://janebluestein.com/tag/writing/)
- [accomplishments](https://janebluestein.com/tag/accomplishments/)
- [appreciating growth](https://janebluestein.com/tag/appreciating-growth/)
- [achievements](https://janebluestein.com/tag/achievements/)
- [taking a break](https://janebluestein.com/tag/taking-a-break/)
- [recharging](https://janebluestein.com/tag/recharging/)
- [evidence of progress](https://janebluestein.com/tag/evidence-of-progress/)
- [appreciating progress](https://janebluestein.com/tag/appreciating-progress/)
- [being stuck](https://janebluestein.com/tag/being-stuck/)
- [curfew](https://janebluestein.com/tag/curfew/)
- [negotiating agreement](https://janebluestein.com/tag/negotiating-agreement/)
- [setting limits](https://janebluestein.com/tag/setting-limits/)
- [seeking win-win outcomes](https://janebluestein.com/tag/seeking-win-win-outcomes/)
- [securing agreement from kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/securing-agreement-from-kids/)
- [positive communication](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-communication/)
- [good notes](https://janebluestein.com/tag/good-notes/)
- [effective parenting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/effective-parenting/)
- [teaching self-control](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-self-control/)
- [guiding children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/guiding-children/)
- [alternatives to control](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alternatives-to-control/)
- [controlling children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/controlling-children/)
- [kind and firm parenting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/kind-and-firm-parenting/)
- [meaningful feedback](https://janebluestein.com/tag/meaningful-feedback/)
- [encouraging growth](https://janebluestein.com/tag/encouraging-growth/)
- [encouraging success](https://janebluestein.com/tag/encouraging-success/)
- [grades](https://janebluestein.com/tag/grades/)
- [reviews](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reviews/)
- [valuable comments](https://janebluestein.com/tag/valuable-comments/)
- [building independence](https://janebluestein.com/tag/building-independence/)
- [problem solving skills](https://janebluestein.com/tag/problem-solving-skills/)
- [alternative to advice giving](https://janebluestein.com/tag/alternative-to-advice-giving/)
- [asking questions](https://janebluestein.com/tag/asking-questions/)
- [helping kids explore options](https://janebluestein.com/tag/helping-kids-explore-options/)
- [international speaking](https://janebluestein.com/tag/international-speaking/)
- [international broadcast media](https://janebluestein.com/tag/international-broadcast-media/)
- [international print media](https://janebluestein.com/tag/international-print-media/)
- [canadian speaking](https://janebluestein.com/tag/canadian-speaking/)
- [canadian media](https://janebluestein.com/tag/canadian-media/)
- [friendship](https://janebluestein.com/tag/friendship/)
- [reality](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reality/)
- [hearing me](https://janebluestein.com/tag/hearing-me/)
- [gratitude as a drug](https://janebluestein.com/tag/gratitude-as-a-drug/)
- [emotions](https://janebluestein.com/tag/emotions/)
- [processing emotions](https://janebluestein.com/tag/processing-emotions/)
- [feelings](https://janebluestein.com/tag/feelings/)
- [feeling feelings](https://janebluestein.com/tag/feeling-feelings/)
- [positive student behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-student-behavior/)
- [neutral student behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/neutral-student-behavior/)
- [negative student behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/negative-student-behavior/)
- [motivating](https://janebluestein.com/tag/motivating/)
- [reinforcing kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reinforcing-kids/)
- [building cooperation](https://janebluestein.com/tag/building-cooperation/)
- [on-task behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/on-task-behavior/)
- [survival](https://janebluestein.com/tag/survival/)
- [recovery](https://janebluestein.com/tag/recovery/)
- [learning from trauma](https://janebluestein.com/tag/learning-from-trauma/)
- [surviving trauma](https://janebluestein.com/tag/surviving-trauma/)
- [challenging experiences](https://janebluestein.com/tag/challenging-experiences/)
- [service](https://janebluestein.com/tag/service/)
- [modeling appreciation](https://janebluestein.com/tag/modeling-appreciation/)
- [prosperity](https://janebluestein.com/tag/prosperity/)
- [awareness](https://janebluestein.com/tag/awareness/)
- [reframing trauma](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reframing-trauma/)
- [noticing beauty](https://janebluestein.com/tag/noticing-beauty/)
- [making choices](https://janebluestein.com/tag/making-choices/)
- [decision making](https://janebluestein.com/tag/decision-making/)
- [offering options in school](https://janebluestein.com/tag/offering-options-in-school/)
- [offering options at home](https://janebluestein.com/tag/offering-options-at-home/)
- [choices you can offer](https://janebluestein.com/tag/choices-you-can-offer/)
- [benefits of offering choices to kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/benefits-of-offering-choices-to-kids/)
- [dealing with outrage](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dealing-with-outrage/)
- [darkness in the world](https://janebluestein.com/tag/darkness-in-the-world/)
- [staying positive](https://janebluestein.com/tag/staying-positive/)
- [positive outlet for pain](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-outlet-for-pain/)
- [kindness](https://janebluestein.com/tag/kindness/)
- [victim thinking](https://janebluestein.com/tag/victim-thinking/)
- [win-lose vs win-win](https://janebluestein.com/tag/win-lose-vs-win-win/)
- [personal relationships](https://janebluestein.com/tag/personal-relationships/)
- [constructive thinking](https://janebluestein.com/tag/constructive-thinking/)
- [creating more positive thinking patterns](https://janebluestein.com/tag/creating-more-positive-thinking-patterns/)
- [impact of others](https://janebluestein.com/tag/impact-of-others/)
- [responsibility](https://janebluestein.com/tag/responsibility/)
- [respect for others](https://janebluestein.com/tag/respect-for-others/)
- [time away from kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/time-away-from-kids/)
- [take a break from your kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/take-a-break-from-your-kids/)
- [make self a priority](https://janebluestein.com/tag/make-self-a-priority/)
- [bully-proofing](https://janebluestein.com/tag/bully-proofing/)
- [dignity](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dignity/)
- [strategies for dealing with bullies](https://janebluestein.com/tag/strategies-for-dealing-with-bullies/)
- [comebacks to bullies](https://janebluestein.com/tag/comebacks-to-bullies/)
- [reducing vulnerability](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reducing-vulnerability/)
- [kids and power](https://janebluestein.com/tag/kids-and-power/)
- [teaching assertiveness](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-assertiveness/)
- [social and emotional growth](https://janebluestein.com/tag/social-and-emotional-growth/)
- [teacher stress](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teacher-stress/)
- [teachers at risk](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teachers-at-risk/)
- [harmful beliefs](https://janebluestein.com/tag/harmful-beliefs/)
- [establishing trust](https://janebluestein.com/tag/establishing-trust/)
- [rebuilding trust](https://janebluestein.com/tag/rebuilding-trust/)
- [getting parents to trust you](https://janebluestein.com/tag/getting-parents-to-trust-you/)
- [being responsible](https://janebluestein.com/tag/being-responsible/)
- [being reliable](https://janebluestein.com/tag/being-reliable/)
- [brain gym](https://janebluestein.com/tag/brain-gym/)
- [wake up your brain](https://janebluestein.com/tag/wake-up-your-brain/)
- [making connections](https://janebluestein.com/tag/making-connections/)
- [neural communication](https://janebluestein.com/tag/neural-communication/)
- [levels of thinking](https://janebluestein.com/tag/levels-of-thinking/)
- [knowledge](https://janebluestein.com/tag/knowledge/)
- [comprehension](https://janebluestein.com/tag/comprehension/)
- [understanding](https://janebluestein.com/tag/understanding/)
- [applying knowledge](https://janebluestein.com/tag/applying-knowledge/)
- [analyzing](https://janebluestein.com/tag/analyzing/)
- [analysis](https://janebluestein.com/tag/analysis/)
- [synthesis](https://janebluestein.com/tag/synthesis/)
- [creating](https://janebluestein.com/tag/creating/)
- [evaluating information](https://janebluestein.com/tag/evaluating-information/)
- [true self](https://janebluestein.com/tag/true-self/)
- [authentic self](https://janebluestein.com/tag/authentic-self/)
- [being valued](https://janebluestein.com/tag/being-valued/)
- [seeking approval](https://janebluestein.com/tag/seeking-approval/)
- [avoiding toxic people](https://janebluestein.com/tag/avoiding-toxic-people/)
- [old messages](https://janebluestein.com/tag/old-messages/)
- [useful feedback](https://janebluestein.com/tag/useful-feedback/)
- [self-sabotage](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-sabotage/)
- [intentions](https://janebluestein.com/tag/intentions/)
- [guilt](https://janebluestein.com/tag/guilt/)
- [conditional acceptance](https://janebluestein.com/tag/conditional-acceptance/)
- [positive growth](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-growth/)
- [gradual improvement](https://janebluestein.com/tag/gradual-improvement/)
- [win-win](https://janebluestein.com/tag/win-win/)
- [teacher-student relationships](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teacher-student-relationships/)
- [win-win vs win-lose](https://janebluestein.com/tag/win-win-vs-win-lose/)
- [win-win strategies](https://janebluestein.com/tag/win-win-strategies/)
- [adult needs vs child needs](https://janebluestein.com/tag/adult-needs-vs-child-needs/)
- [school discipline models](https://janebluestein.com/tag/school-discipline-models/)
- [self-esteem](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-esteem/)
- [ecosystem](https://janebluestein.com/tag/ecosystem/)
- [approval](https://janebluestein.com/tag/approval/)
- [sense of worth](https://janebluestein.com/tag/sense-of-worth/)
- [competence](https://janebluestein.com/tag/competence/)
- [power](https://janebluestein.com/tag/power/)
- [improvement](https://janebluestein.com/tag/improvement/)
- [progress](https://janebluestein.com/tag/progress/)
- [self-motivation](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-motivation/)
- [self](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self/)
- [Jane Bluestein in US](https://janebluestein.com/tag/jane-bluestein-in-us/)
- [where Jane Bluestein has spoken](https://janebluestein.com/tag/where-jane-bluestein-has-spoken/)
- [where Dr. Bluestein has spoken in US](https://janebluestein.com/tag/where-dr-bluestein-has-spoken-in-us/)
- [State and regional speaking events](https://janebluestein.com/tag/state-and-regional-speaking-events/)
- [keynoting for educators](https://janebluestein.com/tag/keynoting-for-educators/)
- [speaking to educators](https://janebluestein.com/tag/speaking-to-educators/)
- [tips for speakers](https://janebluestein.com/tag/tips-for-speakers/)
- [tips for presenters](https://janebluestein.com/tag/tips-for-presenters/)
- [tips for keynoters](https://janebluestein.com/tag/tips-for-keynoters/)
- [tips for parent educators](https://janebluestein.com/tag/tips-for-parent-educators/)
- [parent training](https://janebluestein.com/tag/parent-training/)
- [preparing to speak](https://janebluestein.com/tag/preparing-to-speak/)
- [growing your career for teachers](https://janebluestein.com/tag/growing-your-career-for-teachers/)
- [Bluestein speaking events by state](https://janebluestein.com/tag/bluestein-speaking-events-by-state/)
- [teaching handwriting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-handwriting/)
- [print and cursive](https://janebluestein.com/tag/print-and-cursive/)
- [cursive letters](https://janebluestein.com/tag/cursive-letters/)
- [individualized handwriting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/individualized-handwriting/)
- [improve handwriting in kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/improve-handwriting-in-kids/)
- [Books by Dr Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/tag/books-by-dr-jane-bluestein/)
- [jouirnaling](https://janebluestein.com/tag/jouirnaling/)
- [handwriting](https://janebluestein.com/tag/handwriting/)
- [positive relationships](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-relationships/)
- [teaching career](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-career/)
- [healthy families](https://janebluestein.com/tag/healthy-families/)
- [miracles and gratitude](https://janebluestein.com/tag/miracles-and-gratitude/)
- [self-harm](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-harm/)
- [career satisfaction](https://janebluestein.com/tag/career-satisfaction/)
- [happy families](https://janebluestein.com/tag/happy-families/)
- [changing family dynamics](https://janebluestein.com/tag/changing-family-dynamics/)
- [raising responsible children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/raising-responsible-children/)
- [help with chores](https://janebluestein.com/tag/help-with-chores/)
- [help with homework](https://janebluestein.com/tag/help-with-homework/)
- [reducing conflict](https://janebluestein.com/tag/reducing-conflict/)
- [increasing kids' cooperation](https://janebluestein.com/tag/increasing-kids-cooperation/)
- [motivating kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/motivating-kids/)
- [motivating children](https://janebluestein.com/tag/motivating-children/)
- [building mutual respect](https://janebluestein.com/tag/building-mutual-respect/)
- [teaching gratitude](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teaching-gratitude/)
- [build decision making](https://janebluestein.com/tag/build-decision-making/)
- [your child's behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/your-childs-behavior/)
- [self-management](https://janebluestein.com/tag/self-management/)
- [consideration for others](https://janebluestein.com/tag/consideration-for-others/)
- [loving relationships](https://janebluestein.com/tag/loving-relationships/)
- [communicating with kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/communicating-with-kids/)
- [communicating with adults](https://janebluestein.com/tag/communicating-with-adults/)
- [unacceptable behavior](https://janebluestein.com/tag/unacceptable-behavior/)
- [dealing with kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dealing-with-kids/)
- [avoid conflicts](https://janebluestein.com/tag/avoid-conflicts/)
- [de-escalating conflicts](https://janebluestein.com/tag/de-escalating-conflicts/)
- [negotiating agreements](https://janebluestein.com/tag/negotiating-agreements/)
- [teachable moments](https://janebluestein.com/tag/teachable-moments/)
- [snarky students](https://janebluestein.com/tag/snarky-students/)
- [don't take the bait](https://janebluestein.com/tag/dont-take-the-bait/)
- [understanding defensiveness](https://janebluestein.com/tag/understanding-defensiveness/)
- [defensive kids](https://janebluestein.com/tag/defensive-kids/)
- [positive interactions](https://janebluestein.com/tag/positive-interactions/)

## Picture tag

- [discipline](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/discipline/)
- [classroom management](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/classroom-management/)
- [behavior management](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/behavior-management/)
- [athena award](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/athena-award/)
- [mentoring book by Dr. Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/mentoring-book-by-dr-bluestein/)
- [audio products by Dr. Jane Bluestein](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/audio-products-by-dr-jane-bluestein/)
- [teaching](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/teaching/)
- [parenting](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/parenting/)
- [bedtime problems](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/bedtime-problems/)
- [mentorship](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/mentorship/)
- [teacher appreciation](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/teacher-appreciation/)
- [being positive](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/being-positive/)
- [the role of the principal](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/the-role-of-the-principal/)
- [difficult colleagues](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/difficult-colleagues/)
- [listening](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/listening/)
- [power and authority](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/power-and-authority/)
- [follow through](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/follow-through/)
- [beginning teachers](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/beginning-teachers/)
- [obedience vs. responsibility](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/obedience-vs-responsibility/)
- [boundaries](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/boundaries/)
- [proactivity](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/proactivity/)
- [I-messages](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/i-messages/)
- [planning](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/planning/)
- [goal setting for teachers](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/goal-setting-for-teachers/)
- [data collection](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/data-collection/)
- [record keeping](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/record-keeping/)
- [diagnosis](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/diagnosis/)
- [instruction](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/instruction/)
- [homework](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/homework/)
- [routines](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/routines/)
- [transitions](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/transitions/)
- [whole group instruction](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/whole-group-instruction/)
- [small group instruction](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/small-group-instruction/)
- [prescriptive instruction](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/prescriptive-instruction/)
- [learning centers](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/learning-centers/)
- [work contracts](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/work-contracts/)
- [field trips](https://janebluestein.com/ngg_tag/field-trips/)
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