Let's Make a Contract: A Positive Way to Change Your Child's Behavior
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"Colorful and easy to implement, this book will be a resource for parents and guardians looking to try behavior contracting in their homes." -Library Journal When a child is struggling with a behavior challenge or wants to learn a new skill, a contract can be a surprisingly effective solution that leads to more peaceful family dynamics. To help families create contracts as a collaborative process, Let's Make a Contract offers an innovative combination of how-to text for parents and illustrated stories for children. Let's Make a Contract describes a straightforward, four-step solution called behavioral contracting, a research-based technique with proven real-world success. Contracts are a tool that can benefit anyone, but they're particularly useful for: Autistic children Children with learning or developmental disabilities Children who benefit from clear expectations and receiving positive feedback and rewards The book's beautifully illustrated stories show a diverse group of families using contracts to address common problems such as: Completing chores or homework Getting along with siblings Becoming independent Achieving personal goals Questions after each story are designed to spark age-appropriate discussions. Sample contracting forms and supporting materials are provided in the book and also on a companion website.
Author: Jill C. Dardig
Format: Paperback, 208 pages, 178mm x 229mm, 544 g
Published: 2022, The Collective Book Studio, United States
Genre: Marriage, Family & Other Relationships
Description
"Colorful and easy to implement, this book will be a resource for parents and guardians looking to try behavior contracting in their homes." -Library Journal When a child is struggling with a behavior challenge or wants to learn a new skill, a contract can be a surprisingly effective solution that leads to more peaceful family dynamics. To help families create contracts as a collaborative process, Let's Make a Contract offers an innovative combination of how-to text for parents and illustrated stories for children. Let's Make a Contract describes a straightforward, four-step solution called behavioral contracting, a research-based technique with proven real-world success. Contracts are a tool that can benefit anyone, but they're particularly useful for: Autistic children Children with learning or developmental disabilities Children who benefit from clear expectations and receiving positive feedback and rewards The book's beautifully illustrated stories show a diverse group of families using contracts to address common problems such as: Completing chores or homework Getting along with siblings Becoming independent Achieving personal goals Questions after each story are designed to spark age-appropriate discussions. Sample contracting forms and supporting materials are provided in the book and also on a companion website.
Let's Make a Contract: A Positive Way to Change Your Child's Behavior