Here is my quick tip of the day. As I watched the therapist work with Dimples, I noticed that when she gave an instruction, she would look in Dimples eyes and say, “Got it?”
In contrast, I often say, “Do you understand?” or “Do you hear what I am saying?”, or “Show me that you understand me.” I expect my children to look at me and answer, “Yes Mom”, which they do pretty well, and I still expect that, but I like this short question.
This reminds me of what Dr. Karyn Purvis says about using few words when correcting children. I am sure that I often overload my children with words, and these two words seem to have quick impact.
Give it a try. Got it?
~Lisa
just brought our 3 year old daughter home 3 weeks ago…i really appreciate the tips of the day. I read the connected child but it feels so long ago…in the midst of transition! thank you.
Ha, good tip Lisa. I say that all the time what you say and will try that with my kids, "got it". Thanks a bunch for giving all of us these great tips on what you are learning and sharing it.
"got it"
we were just tyring to apply that this past week…seeing progress!
I am going to try this! I think it is nice, simple, and does not take kids long to process! I think it will be good for my Ethiopian kids… I have a tendency to use too many words!