Involvement Technique
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The weekly shopping trip’s a nightmare, until Mum gets the kids to choose, carry and pack the groceries. Not only does this take the focus off Mum’s attention, but the children also help get the job done quicker!
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- Involvement Technique: Getting your children involved with chores and shopping trips can make all the difference to how much they (and you!) enjoy them.
- Shared Chore Technique: If your day starts with something like, “Mum, help - he won’t get out of my room”, chances are you’ve got a couple of children who sometimes find it hard to get along. As seen on the show, this Technique aims to discourage sibling rivalry by showing the kids they can get along together (sometimes!).
- Reward Chart: Positive attention and praise are the most effective rewards for good behaviour. As used on Supernanny, the Reward Chart is a useful way to reinforce good behaviour on the spot.