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For Parents
Follow these 7 tips and it'll be much easier to make behavior charts work for you and your kids.
Behavior charts are a mystery to many people. But they can also be very effective when used properly. These 7 keys will help you make the behavior charts work so that your children can be happier and better behaved.
Key #1: Use a single measurable goal.
If the behaviors you want your child to start doing aren’t measurable, then how will you (or your child) know when the behavior has changed?
Go for measurable goals you can see with your eyes like: Make your bed every morning. Do your homework before watching TV. Take out the garbage.
Key #2: Express the desired outcomes in positive language.
Instead of focusing on what you want your child to stop doing, focus on what you want them to start doing.
Say, “Put your dishes in the sink,” instead of “Stop leaving dishes around the house.” This small distinction will make a big difference.
Key #3: Start with small expectations…
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Playing with sidewalk chalk can be a fun reward for your child when the behavior chart is complete.
A major key to using behavior charts effectively with your kids at home is to find a reward that your child values.
Don’t worry. Money isn’t the only thing kids value these days…
Get creative and have fun…
Ask your child what she’d like to work toward having or doing and make a list.
Then see how the two of you can make it a win-win situation.
You’ll have a better chance to get the help around the house that you want, your daughter will feel involved and respected and she can earn the things and activities that she wants.
What a great match, right?
Here are some suggestions for simple, meaningful and inspiring rewards that can be used with to inspire your child to complete her behavior chart…
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Coloring pages can be a great reward for kids after they complete their behavior chart.
The coloring pages you’ll find here are suitable for ages 3 and up.
There are some that have big spaces for younger kids who don’t have well-developed motor skills, and there are also coloring pages that have more detailed designs for older kids who are developing the ability to stay in the lines and want to make masterpieces.
These coloring pages can be used with crayons, markers, colored pencils, or even water color. You can print as many of them as you want – totally for free. Best yet, your kids are going to love them.
So take a look at the free coloring pages below and print the ones that you think your child will like. You can even invite your kids over to the screen so that they can pick the ones they like. This way, you can be sure that they like the coloring sheets you’re printing… [click to continue…]
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What happened yesterday is over. Try to start fresh with your kids each morning.
If you had a bad day with one of your kids, it’s important to start fresh the next morning so no grudges and resentments start building up.
Here’s a simple thing you can do to help let your child know that you’re sorry about the rough day you both had…and that you’re looking forward to a great new day:
- Print out these colorful cards.
- Cut them up on the dotted lines.
- Select one you think your child will like.
- Before your child wakes up, put the card somewhere your child will see it. (The breakfast table, on the bathroom mirror, in one of his shoes, etc.)
- Watch for the smiles!
There are more detailed instructions on page 2 of the download.
Share in the comments: What happened when you used these cards with your kids?
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