Reward Suggestions For Kids and Teens
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Written by Robert Myers, PhD
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Dec 26, 2008 |
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Page 1 of 2 This page contains suggestions for rewards for children of various age groups. These rewards can be provided as positive reinforcement for behavior modification programs. Rewards that are selected by the child usually are the most powerful. Also, a variety of reward possibilities helps to keep a child motivated over a long period of time. Rewards can be privileges, things or activities with parents. They are never a substitute for words of praise and encouragement. Rewards are most meaningful when given along with positive words and touch from parents. Check out the suggestions for your child: Preschooler, (below), Elementary School Age, and Teens.
Home Reward Possibilities for Preschoolers
| Going to the park |
Playing with friends |
Getting in bed with parents |
| Making mud pies |
Listening to a bedtime story |
Playing on a swing set |
| Spending the night with friends or grandparents |
Being lifted into the air |
Feeding a pet |
| Rocking |
Playing games |
Making noises with rattles, pans, or bells |
| Having a horsey ride by swinging on parent’s foot |
Doing a puppet play |
Having parents take a Polaroid picture of the child |
| Talking into a tape recorder |
Going out for hamburgers or pizza |
Wearing dress-up clothes |
| Playing with clay or playdough |
Going someplace alone with dad or mom |
Helping plan the day’s activities |
| Helping mom or dad |
Having a longer time in the bathtub |
Riding on a bicycle with dad or mom |
| Whirling in a circle by arms |
Watching a rainstorm |
Playing in the sandbox |
| Sitting in the chair with dad or mom |
Going to the library |
Going for a picnic |
| Bouncing on the bed |
Playing outside |
Riding a tricycle |
| Staying up late |
Going on a trip to the zoo |
Getting a piggy-back ride |
| Having a bubble bath |
Singing songs |
Skipping |
| Delaying a nap |
Flushing the toilet |
Riding on dad’s shoulders |
| Going outside at night |
Having a family night |
Helping to hold baby sister or brother |
| Swimming |
Reading a story |
Mixing cookie dough |
| Having a special desert |
Chewing gum |
Finger painting |
| Drawing with crayons |
Listening to walkman |
Playing a game with parent(s) |
| Sitting in the front seat |
Playing video game |
Watching a video |
| Renting a video game |
Renting a video |
Computer time |
continue to: More Reward Possibilities
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Last Updated( May 19, 2009 )
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reviewed by:
Harry Croft, MD (Psychiatrist)
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