Take the guesswork out of tough moments with these Language Prompts for Behavior Support — a calm communication tool designed to help educators give clear, predictable directions without escalating power struggles.

Whether you’re working with students who have ODD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, or just strong personalities, these prompts provide simple, ready-to-use language for maintaining structure, offering choices, and reinforcing positive communication.

💡 What’s Included:

• Printable Language Prompt Cards perfect for lanyard or ring use
• Sample scripts for:
  • Giving directions without negotiation
  • Offering controlled choices
  • Responding calmly when students refuse or escalate
  • Teaching replacement phrases for communication
  • Ending preferred activities successfully
  • Using praise that supports independence
• Neutral, trauma-informed tone that promotes regulation and connection

🎯 Perfect For:

• General education, special education, and behavior classrooms
• Teachers, paraprofessionals, RBTs, and support staff
• Calm corners, de-escalation spaces, or data-based intervention plans
• Any setting that benefits from calm, consistent adult language

🧩 Why Teachers Love It:
✔ Keeps responses short, calm, and consistent
✔ Reduces power struggles and escalations
✔ Easy to access — clip to your lanyard or ring for quick reference
✔ Creates a predictable environment where students feel safe and supported