Using transitions 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:
One option is to set a timer for turn taking. This lets each child know they will get a turn with the toy, and the turns will be fair.
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Purpose:
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Many siblings fight over toys. When it leads to aggression, caregivers need to step in. Transitions like timed turn taking can help. After aggression, a child might need a transition like time to play alone. Once calm, they can play with their sibling again.
Remember that transitions are most helpful when you also use the other PC-CARE skills.
