When Behavior Is the Clue, Not the Problem
by: Jennifer SullivanPublished on: 05/10/2026Before we label a child defiant or difficult, what might we be missing? Why repeated behavior deserves a closer look, how to investigate the task first, and how compassion and accountability belong together.
Learn how parents and teachers can understand challenging behavioridentify learning barriersand support diverse learners with practical strategies.
"They Know It!" But Can They Actually Do It Independently?
by: Jennifer SullivanPublished on: 07/09/2026"But they KNOW this!" Sometimes what we mean is I've seen them do it before. This post unpacks the real difference between knowing, performing, and independently applying a skill — and why that gap matters so much.
