The teacher in me has popped out yet again. Between homework, chores, after school activities and practice time for those lessons, creating more time has been an issue. A new plan had to emerge. Today Mason and Morgan got their own personal organizer tied to the back of their bedroom door. With so many tasks to complete in a day, coming up with an easy, kid-friendly check list was crucial. Knowing I had a 50/50 chance of approval, I kept my fingers crossed as I closed their doors to explain the new “policy”. Thankfull
y they were excited about the new chart, especially seeing the smiley faces and green word “complete” when they turned the card over after each task.
Yes, I know… I keep creating OCD monsters, but honestly, my family does so much better when there is a routine and schedule. Some of you may remember the behavior chart I started earlier this year. We are still using it, and have seen progress with both children, especially with Mason. I know it has been a great tool in discovering when and why each child is having difficulties on a certain day. It has become a useful tool for all of us, and I hope this new chart will too.
The teacher in me has popped out yet again. Between homework, chores, after school activities and practice time for those lessons, creating more time has been an issue. A new plan had to emerge. Today Mason and Morgan got their own personal organizer tied to the back of their bedroom door. With so many tasks to complete in a day, coming up with an easy, kid-friendly check list was crucial. Knowing I had a 50/50 chance of approval, I kept my fingers crossed as I closed their doors to explain the new “policy”. Thankfull
y they were excited about the new chart, especially seeing the smiley faces and green word “complete” when they turned the card over after each task.
Yes, I know… I keep creating OCD monsters, but honestly, my family does so much better when there is a routine and schedule. Some of you may remember the behavior chart I started earlier this year. We are still using it, and have seen progress with both children, especially with Mason. I know it has been a great tool in discovering when and why each child is having difficulties on a certain day. It has become a useful tool for all of us, and I hope this new chart will too.
3 comments:
that is the best idea! You truly are amazing! (I may need your help making some for my kids!)
You are so clever. I need you to come and organize my family!
I'll put in my order now...in two years I'll need two charts. You are incredible.
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