Connection First Classroom
Seymour, Missouri, United States
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Practical tools for connection-driven educators
Hi, I’m Denise. I’m an infant and early childhood mental health professional who has spent my career supporting the adults who care for babies and young children. I’m passionate about helping educators feel confident, calm, and connected in everyday classroom moments — especially the hard ones.
I’ve worked alongside teachers, home visitors, and program leaders across many settings, and I know how quickly challenging behavior can leave even experienced adults searching for the right words. My goal is to translate big relationship-based ideas into simple, practical tools you can use immediately.
The materials shared here are my own creations and are not affiliated with or endorsed by my employer.
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What to Say Bundle for Toddler Behavior
What to Say Bundle for Toddler Behavior Connection-first scripts for real classroom moments. Supporting toddler behavior can feel overwhelming — especially when hitting, biting, and tantrums happen quickly. This bundle includes three sets of relationship-based script cards designed to help educators respond with calm, confidence, and consistency across common challenging moments. Included Resources: • What to Say When Toddlers Hit • What to Say When Toddlers Bite • What to Say During Toddler Tan
PreK - K
Social Emotional Learning
What to Say During Toddler Tantrums
at to Say During Toddler Tantrums Calm, steady scripts for overwhelming early childhood moments. Tantrums happen when a child’s body and brain are overwhelmed. In those moments, children don’t need more words — they need calm, steady support that helps them feel safe. This set of connection-first script cards offers simple, supportive language you can rely on during tantrums, helping you stay present and respond with confidence instead of reacting out of stress. Rooted in infant and early childh
PreK - 3rd
Not Subject Specific, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: What to Say Bundle for Toddler Behavior
What to Say During Clean-Up Time
What to Say During Clean-Up Time Calm, clear scripts for everyday early childhood classroom routines. Clean-up time can be one of the most challenging parts of the day. Stopping play, shifting focus, and working together to put materials away can feel overwhelming for young children. In those moments, educators need calm, supportive language that helps children feel capable, connected, and more willing to participate. This set of connection-first script cards offers simple, steady phrases you ca
PreK - 1st
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
What to Say When Toddlers Bite
What to Say When Toddlers Bite Calm, clear scripts for real early childhood classroom moments. Biting can happen quickly when children are overwhelmed, dysregulated, or still learning how to communicate their needs. In those moments, educators need clear, supportive language that keeps children safe while protecting relationships. This set of connection-first script cards offers steady, simple phrases you can use in the moment, helping you respond with confidence instead of reacting out of stre
PreK - 3rd
Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: What to Say Bundle for Toddler Behavior
What to Say During Separation
hat to Say During Separation Calm, steady scripts for drop-off and separation moments. Separation can be one of the hardest parts of a young child’s day. Saying goodbye, missing a caregiver, and adjusting to a new environment can feel overwhelming for a child’s body and brain. In those moments, children need calm, steady language that helps them feel safe, supported, and not alone. This set of connection-first script cards offers simple, reassuring phrases you can use during separation — helping
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
What to Say During Transitions
What to Say During Transitions Calm, clear scripts for everyday early childhood classroom moments. Transitions can be challenging for young children. Stopping play, waiting, and shifting from one activity to another can overwhelm a child’s body and brain. In those moments, educators need calm, predictable language that helps children feel safe and supported. This set of connection-first script cards offers simple, steady phrases you can use during transitions — helping you guide children through
PreK - 1st
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
What to Say When Toddlers Hit | Behavior Script Cards | Connection-First Classro
What to Say When Toddlers HitCalm, clear scripts for real early childhood classroom moments. Hitting can leave even experienced educators searching for the right words. In those moments, adults need language that protects safety and relationships. This printable set of connection-first script cards gives you steady, simple phrases you can use immediately — without shaming, lecturing, or escalating the situation. Rooted in infant and early childhood mental health principles, these cards help you
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Also included in: What to Say Bundle for Toddler Behavior
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About the store
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Practical tools for connection-driven educators
Hi, I’m Denise. I’m an infant and early childhood mental health professional who has spent my career supporting the adults who care for babies and young children. I’m passionate about helping educators feel confident, calm, and connected in everyday classroom moments — especially the hard ones.
I’ve worked alongside teachers, home visitors, and program leaders across many settings, and I know how quickly challenging behavior can leave even experienced adults searching for the right words. My goal is to translate big relationship-based ideas into simple, practical tools you can use immediately.
The materials shared here are my own creations and are not affiliated with or endorsed by my employer.
My own education history
Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education
Endorsed in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
Additional biographical information
I support educators, home visitors, and leaders in using relationship-based approaches to support young children and families.
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