Table of Contents 1
Cover
6
Foreword
7
Introduction
Dr. Janet's Story
Jed's Story
What to Expect in This Book
8
Chapter 1: The Brain's Fear System
Fear Is Normal
Fear Keeps Us Alive
Fear Becomes Courage
Fear and Trauma Affect Learning
Fear as a Teacher
Fear Is Paralyzing
Fear's Capacity
The Story of Kimmie
Fear Is Overcome-able
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
9
Chapter 2: Animals and Fear
Animals Can Cause Fear
Animals Survive Because of Fear
Animals and Mental Health
Animals in the Classroom
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
10
Chapter 3: Fear Outside School
Trauma Is an Adverse Childhood Experience
Trauma and the Brain's Development
Trauma Presenting in Children
Trauma as a Student and Educator
Trauma's Effect on You
The Story of Johnnie
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
11
Chapter 4: Crossing the Threshold into Schools
Courage in Spite of Circumstances
Courage at The Eagle Academy for Young Men
Courage During Car-Line Duty
The Story of Mary
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
12
Chapter 5: Fear Inside School
School Shootings
School Bullying
School Safety
School Anti-Bullying Programs
Bullying in the Classroom/Supporting Students: Tips for Teachers and Parents
Schools and LGBTQ+ Bullying
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
13
Chapter 6: The Brain and Learning
The Impact on the Brain
The Brain Needs Time
The Brain and Sleep
The Brain and Adversity
The Brain and the Long-Term Effects of Trauma
The Brain of a Coping Teacher
The Brain and Classroom Needs
The Brain's Health
Resilience
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
14
Chapter 7: When Teachers Are Targeted
Aggression Against Teachers
A Story of Lawrence
Aggression and Teacher Safety?
Aggression Defined
Aggression and Social Learning
Aggression Disclaimer
Aggression Management
A Story of Tatum
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
15
Chapter 8: When a Child Is/Might Be in Danger
Relationships Are Paramount
Relationships with Student's Parents
Relationships with Students
Relationships and Mental Health
A Story of Frankie
Tips for the Courageous Classroom
16
