![]() If you are interested in making a visual routine chart just like this, home and school printable cards can be found in my shop. Like when my two-year-old asks to watch a movie after breakfast I can say, ” I don’t know, let’s look at the chart and see if it’s time for a movie.” When she sees the chart says it’s time for chores and movie time is later she’s less likely to throw a tantrum. It’s not that she can’t watch a movie, just that it’s not time for it right now. (And I love that I’m no longer the bad guy when I say “no, it’s not time for.” It’s fun to blame things on the chart! hahaha) It also seems to help with them delaying self-gratification. We’ve populated the Daily Schedule PDF so that you have a base to start with but fill it in with what is best for you and your kids. I think it’s especially good for my very independent four-year-old because it helps him feel in-charge of himself instead of waiting for me to nag ask him to get dressed, brush teeth, etc. My kids are loving the new chart! They love running to the board to see what comes next. I chose a whiteboard so I could write times next to each event. (I recommend putting magnets, Velcro, or sticky tack to the back so you can be flexible and move events around.) Cut laminated cards apart (scissors or paper cutter).ģ. Attach to whiteboard, fridge, etc. Brilliant Printable Reward Charts, plus, 40 pre-made routine templates if you want more help to get you from baby to toddler and through the elementary school years. Check out these 11 Awesome Kids Charts for Chores & Daily Routine. Print 4×6 routine cards at the photo lab. Morning, Evening, Chore, & Routine Charts for Kids. ![]() To help us stay on track and help the kids understand what comes next, I created this fun visual chart.ġ. I’m not saying things always go smoothly, just that having structure helps us rein-in the tantrums and power struggles. because they know it’s part of the routine. They are also more obedient and cooperative when asked to clean-up toys, help with dinner, get ready for bed, etc.
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