Set Clear Expectations Before Activities
Previewing expectations before events prevents misbehavior rather than punishing it after.
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Example Prompt
Create an expectation-setting script for my [AGE]-year-old before [ACTIVITY - restaurant dinner/grocery shopping/visiting relatives/doctor appointment/church/plane ride]. Include how to preview the experience, specific behaviors to address, how to involve them in planning, and a quick reminder technique for when we arrive.
Pro Tip
Have kids repeat expectations back to you in their own words to ensure they understand.
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