Chapter 10 - Managing Behavior

What makes good instruction? Key Behaviors for me to learn.

1. I will use language that is easy for the child to understand.
2. I will be clear and specific.
3. I will state the instruction positively.
4. I will give my child no more than one or two steps.
5. I will give the instruction when I'm sure I have my child's attention.
6. I will allow an appropriate amount of time after my instruction so that my child has the chance to cooperate.
7. I will give the instruction no more than twice.
8. I will give instructions that matter, and that I really need my child to do.
9. I will give feedback and labeled praise when my child cooperates.
10. I will help my child cooperate if he/she does not cooperate on his/her own.
11. I will give an instruction only when I'm willing to follow through if my child does not cooperate.
12. I will practice instructions during changes in play times with my child.