Visual aids are a wonderful way to enhance your communication with your children. All of the free parenting printables below are original to Cornerstones for Parents. They are all in PDF format. Click on the title for a printable version.
This behavior chart is a great tool to help your child get back on track. You can learn how to use this particular chart here. Instead of dangling “carrots” for your children to work for, you will help them focus on regaining the blessings that come from obedience.
“S.T.A.L.L.” Conflict Resolution Poster
This poster will provide your children with a visual aid to help them manage conflicts with siblings and peers. Print out as many as you have children so each can have a copy as they work through the steps. To learn how to implement this system, click here.
This poster is a great starting point for families wishing to formalize and post rules. It is a generic poster that you can customize with your own rules. For suggestions of family rules, click here. For some tips on how to select and use rules in your home, click here.
The inspiration for this tool came from Tedd Tripp’s Shepherding a Child’s Heart. It provides your children with a great visual aid to help them see the blessings that come from obedience and the struggles that result when they disobey. Showing them where they are in (or outside of!) the circle will help them better understand the restorative purpose of discipline. Post it in a high traffic area for maximum impact!
“Things You Can Do For Fun!” Poster
“I’m bored!” Ugh – those dreaded two words. Print out this poster and the next time your children are lamenting the woes of having nothing to do, hand them this list. Help them get set up with the item they select and watch their imaginations soar!
Nothing is more important than your relationship with your children. The best way to improve your relationship is to get to know them. Take this assessment to see how well you know your children. The results will reveal the areas for future focus.
“Toddler Daily Schedule” Cards
Toddlers love predictability. Print out these colorful cards on card stock or heavy weight paper, cut them out and select the ones to be included in each day. You can then hang them (in order) on the refrigerator or store them in an index card box, pulling out the next event as it comes up.
A blank calendar can be a very helpful tool for parents. The uses are endless from chore tracking, countdowns to special days or even menu planning.
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