Let's Make a Contract: A Positive Way to Change Your Child's Behavior

By William L. Heward and Jill C. Dardig

Book Overview

"Colorful and easy to implement, this book will be a resource for parents and guardians looking to try behavior contracting in their homes." --Library Journal

When a child is struggling with a behavior challenge or wants to learn a new skill, a contract can be a surprisingly effective solution that leads to more peaceful family dynamics. To help families create contracts as a collaborative process, Let's Make a Contract offers an innovative combination of how-to text for parents and illustrated stories for children.

Let's Make a Contract describes a straightforward, four-step solution called behavioral contracting, a research-based technique with proven real-world success. Contracts are a tool that can benefit anyone, but they're particularly useful for:
Autistic children Children with learning or developmental disabilities Children who benefit from clear expectations and receiving positive feedback and rewards
The book's beautifully illustrated stories show a diverse group of families using contracts to address common problems such as:
Completing chores or homework Getting along with siblings Becoming independent Achieving personal goals
Questions after each story are designed to spark age-appropriate discussions.

Sample contracting forms and supporting materials are provided in the book and also on a companion website.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1951412516
• ISBN13: 9781951412517
• Release Date: May 2022
• Publisher: Collective Book Studio
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.9" x 8.7"