Using descriptions for
Recognize the behavior:
Throws a ball at a child on the playground.
Identify what you want to see:
Playing nicely with other kids.
Use the Skill:
During your playtime, describe any nice, helping, or sharing behaviors. For example, “You’re letting me have my turn.”
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Purpose:
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You can't describe your child's behaviors while they're playing with other children. Instead, use description during your playtime. Point out the nice and prosocial things your child does with you. This will help them act like that with friends.
Remember that descriptions are most helpful when you also use the other PC-CARE skills.
