Module 2 • Behaviour Problems
Activity 2.4 To read and discuss:
Hints to help when a child is throwing a tantrum 1. Play mind games
Many temper tantrums start because your pre-schooler is bored. What is a child’s least-favourite activity? To wait quietly.
So whether you are waiting for the doctor in line at the supermarket, it’s a good idea to have some fun games in mind that you can play together. “I Spy” is a classic that never gets old. Guessing games are always fun and provide endless opportunities. Have your child close her eyes and take something out of your diaper bag or purse. See if she can guess what it is while feeling it.
2. Super snacks to the rescue
Tantrums often occur because the child is hungry, or they are bored so they think they are hungry. Keep a small selection of healthy snacks in the car – think popcorn, pretzels, fruit. Dry cereal in a bag is usually a hit, as are sugar-free lollipops if you want to give a special treat. Juice boxes generally last a long time, so you can keep a supply of those handy.
3. Share stories
No books handy? Use your imagination, or even better, have your child use hers. Make up stories. Is there an interesting painting hanging in the waiting room? What is it about? Take turns adding to the tale for a creative twist. If you happen to have crayons and paper on hand (or even a pen or a pencil), draw pictures to match your words.
The good news is, this stage won’t last forever. As your child matures and learns how to behave, this behaviour will stop.
3 Keeping record
When the child throws tantrums, do the following: • State the behaviour. Is the behaviour tantrums? • Observe the behaviour. When, what, how, whom ...
Spend some time observing the child to see what triggers the tantrums and what happens after the child has had a tantrum:
• When does the tantrum occur most often? – Unpredictable, at any time of the day. – During structured times, when the children are expected to follow specific guidelines. – During free-choice activities.
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