Using reflections for
Recognize what you want to see:
Being respectful and kind, doing something with a good attitude
Use the skill:
Reflect whenever your child is respectful or has a good attitude. For example, your child has been in a negative mood then asks kindly, “Could you play a game with me?” Reflect, “You’d like to play a game.”
- Purpose: Reflect respectful words to teach your child how to get your attention. In this situation, try to take a few minutes to play a quick game with your child. Your words and actions will teach your child that you can give them what they need when they are kind and respectful.