I have said it before and I know I will say it again: I love charts!! This chart was a special request from my 7 and 9 year old sons. They came up with the idea, asked for the chart, and explained it to their siblings. They were feeling like one of their siblings (who's behavior requires a lot of help) was being rewarded for poor behavior. After a long talk, they decided this is how they would like to be rewarded for their good behavior. Let me just say, that conversation was one of the most heartbreaking talks that I have ever had. Hearing your children say that you haven't done a good job of letting them know you are proud of their good choices it tough! So without further delay, presenting Eli & Noah's chart. It's a blank one if you want to try it on for size.
We have used charts in the past, each one a little different in purpose. This chart has a duel purpose. Instill work/spend values as well as reward kindness & attitude. The center chart is similar to the one above, each child had a row. This is their place to record their "marks". The sheet on the left has ways to earn the "marks". The list starts with kindness to siblings and includes good attitude on trips, clean room, take out garbage, walk the dog, etc. The kiddos have an option to write (one of my boys most despised activities) additional ideas when they think of them. The page on the right is the spend page. It tells how the "marks" can be used. Just like the spend page, the kiddos have the option to write additional ideas (after approval). "Marks" have turned into a type of currency.
Happy Charting!
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