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The Quickest & Easiest Way to Focus
UncategorizedThe glue to all these skills is a well-guarded secret passed down from generation-to-generation to Karate Master-to-Karate Master ;)
And the “secret” is…drumroll please…
A STRONG REWARD SYSTEM!
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Focus […made EASY]
UncategorizedHaving the kids repeat back what she wanted done was and is the key to our parenting success.
Saying what you mean and meaning what you say is crucial to getting your child to follow directions.
Now as you’re quickly learning…easier said than done, unless…you know how.
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Kids Following Directions [SECRET REVEALED]
UncategorizedNow that we’ve got your child responding with a powerful “Yes Mom!” when called…We’re now ready to take the next step:
Eye Contact!
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Practical Strategies
UncategorizedWhen you call your child over to do something and they say “Yes Mom!,” it anchors them in. This sends the message that you demand their attention and what you’re about to say IS important.
Yes! It is old school but in my 40+ years of teaching, I can honestly say that old school IS the BEST School!
More importantly, when your child chimes in with a “Yes mom!” They are practicing to be respectful and courteous.
What parent wouldn’t a child like that in their household?