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Start a “Save for Later” Jar: Encourage your child to save a portion of their pocket money, allowance or rewards in a jar for a bigger, future purchase.
Use a Countdown Timer: When your child wants something immediately, set a timer for a short wait (like 5-10 minutes) to practice patience.
Create a Goal Chart: Help your child create a simple chart where they can track progress toward a long-term goal, like finishing a book or learning a new skill.
Implement “Wait Time” at Home: For everyday requests (like snacks or screen time), introduce a short waiting period before fulfilling them.
Introduce a “Weekly Reward”: Set up a system where your child can earn a bigger weekly reward by completing daily tasks throughout the week.
Praise Patience: When your child waits for something or finishes a long task, give them positive reinforcement to encourage the behaviour.
Involve Them in Cooking: Choose a recipe that takes time to prepare, and involve your child in the process. They’ll learn the satisfaction of waiting for a delicious result.
Set up a Puzzle or Model Project: Choose an activity that takes several days to complete, teaching them to work patiently towards completion.
Limit Instant Purchases: Delay spontaneous buys. Instead, encourage your child to add items to a wishlist and revisit them later.
Family Reading Time: Choose a book that the family reads together, one chapter at a time, teaching the value of waiting for the story to unfold.
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