Not listening

Not listening is normal

No one listens all the time

Make sure youâve got your childâs attention

Great Options
Set the rule - âWe listen to each otherâ
Think about others - âHow do you feel when people do not listen to youâ
Teach why - âWe will have more good times together if we listen to each otherâ
Set future expectations - âNext time, I expect you to listenâ
Later, give praise - âI was really proud of the way you listenedâ

Good Options After Others Have Been Tried
Change your daily schedule
Time-out or take away a privilege

Not Recommended
Spanking
Raising your voice