- 1). Type out the most important five to seven things the kids need to do in the morning. If the list is different for each type out separate lists. Include the basics such as brushing teeth, making the bed, picking up and putting away pajamas, eating breakfast and so on. If she needs to make her own lunch, add this to the list. Use a large font.
- 2). Include on the list the reminder to bring a musical instrument or sports uniform to school on the days those are needed. If no special materials are required, remind the child to place his completed homework in his backpack. You can specify different subjects for different days if you know them, or simply tell the child to fill the backpack with the things he needs, such as lunch.
- 3). Place boxes or a graph to be checked for each day next to each task. Alternatively, just hang the list in a prominent position such as on the child's bedroom door or near the front door. Attach it securely. Hiding the chart away will only make the kids forget to do these things.
- 4). Give the child total responsibility for getting these chores done. Have consequences ready for if certain tasks are forgotten or neglected. Make sure the chart is appropriate for the child's age.
- 5). Suggest that the child decorate the chart with favorite stickers or drawings, if it seems as though personalizing the chart will help with compliance. This can give the child partial "ownership" of the rules. You can also let the child come up with the tasks with you in order to let her co-own these ideas and be more willing to do her part.
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