Routines Flashcards
Positives of routine
Help children know what to expect and influence them to comply
They aren’t taken by surprise
Let’s them feel independent
Helps them acknowledge being taken care of
Helps them feel secure
Routines help transition how
Routines help calm them and bring a sense of order when becoming more independent from parents eg. School know what’s happening next
Why every child needs own routine
Might have physical impairment you have to cater for
Might have special needs
They might have religious preferences
Children with special needs
Children with autism needs routine as it helps them through day
They need to know when where and why as it needs to be explained
Children with autism can struggle with change as it can be a traumatic time for them
Sticking to routines and encouraging children with change helps transition
Rules of routines
Be patient if they don't want to do it Encourage as more likely to do it again Don't take over as they want to feel in charge and learn to be independent Provide correct resources Demonstrate Allow time and don't lose temper Good role model as you follow same rules
