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Cracking the Code of Challenging Behaviors in the Early Childhood Classroom - Baltimore

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LIVE • Valley Mansion by Martin’s
September 19, 2026
8:00 am to 3:00 pm

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This Seminar Begins At:

2:00 am
Hawaii Time
4:00 am
Alaska Time
5:00 am
Pacific Time
6:00 am
Mountain Time
7:00 am
Central Time
8:00 am
Eastern Time

Credits: 0.60
Earn 6 Clock Hours

Seminar Pricing:
$44.00


* REGISTER TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT *
Maryland Workshop ID: CWO-164665
Maryland Course ID: AT-06252026-01


YOU RECEIVE 14 TOPICS 

Master the 14 Most Challenging Behaviors
This session delivers new, timely, and highly relevant strategies for what teachers are facing in classrooms today. 
THIS IS NOT A REPEAT OF A PAST SEMINAR!

Is your classroom being disrupted by behaviors you can't seem to solve?

All of the Below and More Will Be Covered:

* Intense Tantrums & Meltdowns
High emotional outbursts (crying, yelling, floor flopping)

* Aggression Toward Peers and Adults
Physical hitting, pushing, biting, grabbing 

* Persistent Defiance: “You’re Not the Boss of Me”
Power struggles, Refusal to follow directions repeatedly  

* Throwing Objects and Breaking Things
High emotional outbursts (crying, yelling) beyond typical frustration

* Attention-Seeking: "Spotlight Child" Behaviors
“Teacher, teacher,” Behaviors done to get adult focus like silly noises, blurting out

* Running Off : Bolting Not Staying with the Group
Wandering Away, Hiding, Escaping Attempts

* "Velcro Child" Behavior
Clinging, stuck to your side, Needing constant proximity for reassurance 

* Difficulty with Transitions
Children refusing, or getting upset about changing activities

* Social Withdrawal: "Disappearing Kids"
Hiding and avoidance behavior like pulling away from group play or activities

* “It’s Mine!” Difficulty with Sharing & Turn-Taking
Social skills struggles and peer conflict 

* Inattention and Distractibility
Struggling to stay engaged in group activities, Needs Constant Redirection

* Tattling and Telling on Peers Excessively
Reporting every small peer interaction

* Difficulty Calming Down When Stressed
Emotional regulation difficulties

* Whining and Crying
Persistent whining and crying to attract attention


6-Hour Certificate 

Receive 6 Maryland Approved CLOCK HOURS (.6 CEUs)
This seminar is approved by the Maryland Office of Early Learning and Instruction.
6 Hours - Child Development

 


Guidelines

  • There will be a one hour lunch break beginning at 11:30am.
  • Coffee and snacks will not be provided. You can bring your own.

Regular Registration

NO LATER THAN September 14, 2026

Group size 1-9 people: $39 per person

Group size 10+: $36 per person

Late Registration

After September 14, 2026

Group size 1-9 people: $44 per person

Group size 10+: $41 per person

 

 

Category: Child Growth and Development


Presenters:

Marty Appelbaum

Marty Appelbaum

Whoohoo!  Marty, America’s #1 early childhood motivational speaker, is going to present this awesome seminar. Audiences across the country rave his praises. 

Here are just a few of the things they say about Marty:

  • “So motivating! So moving! So informative! So good!”
  • “Marty is a fabulous speaker!”
  • “Information was amazing and the laughter was constant!”
  • “Best early childhood seminar I’ve been to ever!”
  • “Love the strategies, the humor, and the real-life examples”
  • “The best seminar my staff has EVER attended.”  
  • “Marty rocks! Love the energy!”
  • “Can’t wait to incorporate these tips in my class!” 

Marty is the real deal! He has a unique teaching and presenting background that few have spanning over 30 years. He has taught in classrooms ranging from infant age through high school seniors. He is a master at captivating and engaging audiences. He combines his own real-life experiences, stories, songs, fun games with strategies to take back to the classroom. There’s never a dull moment. There's no falling asleep at his seminars! Marty has appeared on television and radio. Over 250,000 educators have attended training events led by Marty. Audiences go back to work motivated and excited to implement what they have learned. You and your staff will too! Get ready for an awesome day filled with joy, laughter and learning.