Classwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

“What distinguishes this book from others on classroom behavior management is that it provides an array of practical, evidence-based strategies that apply multi-tiered logic and focus on prevention. The second edition reflects an expanded emphasis on culturally responsive and inclusive practice, including the need to establish positive connections with students and their families. It presents a state-of-the-art approach that is user friendly and resource rich, and that will help to inform the daily practice of both veteran and aspiring educators. This is an ideal text for classroom management coursework.”

—Tim Knoster, EdD, EdS, McDowell Institute, Commonwealth University–Bloomsburg; Executive Director Emeritus, Association for Positive Behavior Support


“The authors are true experts in their craft and in translating science for professionals. Added content on increasing equity makes the second edition even better than the first. Full of practical examples, humor, and helpful tools, this is a great guide for every classroom teacher and those who support them.”

—Kent McIntosh, PhD, Philip H. Knight Chair of Special Education, University of Oregon; Co-Director, Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports


“Simonsen and Myers offer a practical roadmap for classwide PBIS. They present realistic scenarios, clear and understandable descriptions of the research base, and evidence-based approaches. This book is for educators at all levels, from current classroom teachers seeking to make positive spaces of belonging for every learner, to preservice educators seeking to center their practice in research. State, regional, and local educational entities will find this a ‘must-have’ resource as they support implementation of PBIS.”

—Nikole Y. Hollins-Sims, EdD, educational strategist/consultant, Pennsylvania


“This is my go-to book on classroom PBIS! I am excited to incorporate the second edition into our statewide PBIS training curriculum as well as my graduate course, Behavior Consultation and Collaborative Systems Change, which is part of our online PBS Certificate Program. Simonsen and Myers describe behavioral principles in a practical way that is easily understandable and promotes the development of an evidence-based classwide PBIS system. The framework in this book will aid in creating a positive, culturally responsive, and inclusive classroom system that promotes student engagement—thus success for all.”

—Heather Peshak George, PhD, Department of Child and Family Studies, University of South Florida