If handled correctly, activity and behavior charts can be extremely success in creating a positive pattern of behavior. Listed are specific items to help get you started as well as links to free charts you can print off.
Chart Tips:
- Be consistent. If leeway is given one time and not another, a mixed message is sent to the child.
- Make sure that your child understands exactly what the expectations are for each chart that you use.
- When creating the chart, avoid vague language that is too broad (ie. be good, obey, behave). There is no way to judge these general ideas. The more specific the behavior is, the easier it will be for you and the child.
- If the child can not read, use pictures instead.
- In beginning set expectations low enough that the child can be successful. Then slowly raise the expectations. Standards that are too high will lead to frustration on everyone's part. At the same, do not fill the chart with frivolous items.
- Don't work on too many areas at once. This will overwhelm the child.
- Rewards should be simple and inexpensive.
- Rewards may be based upon a day or an accumulative amount of time.
- Introduce the chart to your child in a positive way and begin immediately.
- Allow the child to help come up with a reward. Be creative.
- Give the chart time. Behavior will not change over night.
Free Printable Charts:
Behavior Chart:
Behavior Charts
Strike Three Chart
Temper Control
Whining
Chore Charts:
Customize Chore Chart #1
Customize Chore Chart #2
Pet Care Chart
Feelings Charts
Goal Setting Charts
Personal Care:
Changed Clothes Charts
Potty Training Chart
Tooth Brushing Charts by Storytime and More
Volume Control Chart - Typical of children with Sensory Processing Disorder, they do not understand how loud their voice is. Use this chart to help them control their volume.
