Using redirect for
Recognize the behavior:
Hits or bites a sibling who took their toy.
Identify what you want to see:
Staying calm and asking for help when the sibling takes the toy.
Use the Skill:
Young child: You could pick the child up and move them.
Older child: You could sit between the siblings. Help your child play with something else.
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Purpose:
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Redirecting helps your child focus on what you want them to do.
Remember that redirect is most helpful when you also use the other PC-CARE skills.