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Many parents are surprised when behavior seems to get harder after leaving school.

At home, children often feel safer expressing stress they were holding in all day at school. That can look like defiance, meltdowns, or constant testing of limits.

One helpful first step is separating behavior from academics. Before assuming discipline is the issue, try:

Shortening lessons

Adding predictable breaks

Reducing the number of transitions in the day

Often, calmer behavior follows once children feel regulated again.

What changes have helped behavior improve in your home?

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