Navigating Behavior Change

Praise for Navigating Behavior Change

“Amanda and Danielle bring together their lessons learned from years in educational settings to create an incredibly accessible and useful resource full of information, opportunities for reflection, and easy to apply strategies that span from preschool through high school. This book is perfect for professional learning communities, collaborating and coaching staff, and individuals that are seeking to create an effective classroom setting where learning happens in a safe and supported environment for everyone.”

—Krista Rice, School Psychologist, Anchorage School District

“This engaging and practical book offers educators powerful strategies that are easy to implement in the classroom. Whether you’re a general or special education teacher, a behavior support professional, or a school or district administrator, the insights shared by the authors—based on their own experiences—will enhance your ability to create a more positive, supportive learning environment. It’s a must-read for anyone committed to strengthening universal supports and improving school climate for students and staff alike.”

—Dawn Spurlock, Director of Special Services, Caldwell School District in Caldwell, Idaho

“In a space filled with noise, Wilson and Lindquist deliver clarity. Their focus on universal supports as foundational—not optional—is a message we can’t repeat enough. This book reinforces many of the same principles I advocate for and does so with heart and precision.” 

—Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni, WSJ and USA Today bestselling author and founder of Heart & Science International and The Behavioral Toolbox

“Navigating Behavior Change is a gem! It’s brimming with relatable wisdom and practical classroom strategies rooted in evidence-based practices focusing on universal supports for all students to enhance learning. Teachers, university faculty preparing teachers, and others supporting teachers will undoubtedly find the perspectives, strategies, and tools valuable in real-world situations and immediately actionable.”

—Michael F. Giangreco, PhD, University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Special Education, University of Vermont

“Navigating Behavior Change provides a step-by-step roadmap for teachers, school psychologists, and other educators to effectuate positive behavior change in classrooms. It is a must-read for current school professionals as well as pre-service educators in higher education training programs.” 

—Katherine A. Dockweiler, Assistant Professor of School Psychology and President of the Nevada State Board of Education

“Teachers, school leaders, educational consultants—this book is ideal for anyone who needs user-friendly tools and a framework when navigating behavior change to improve student progress in classrooms. Busting myths with evidence-based strategies, Amanda and Danielle break down components of quality instructional practices with solid rationales and guiding questions to apply effective tools and strategies the next day!”

—Alison Lovelace, PhD, BCBA-D