A potty training chart can be a good way for parents to teach potty training to their children. It enables the parents to set goals and monitor the progress of their child as he or she progresses through the process. A good child psychology manual can help you assess the stage your child is in. If you are concerned about your child’s progress, you may wish to consult with a children’s physician.
Free charts are available online to be printed off and used. The charts are separated for boys and for girls. The brightness of the colors on the charts help them look interesting for the child to look at. It is good to stay positive when accomplishing this and to not criticize if a mistake is made.
There are rewards you can give your child for succeeding by giving them a piece of candy each time they remember to go in the toilet instead of in their diaper. You could also take them to their favorite restaurant for pizza or something like that.
Potty training takes persistence and patience. Do not give up if it seems progress is slow. The child will catch up to what they need to be doing. Each child progresses at different paces so do not compare your child with another child as they are all different.
With progress you can reward the child with gold stars or some other prize each time they do what they should. This will help them feel good about themselves. Make the process fun for you and your child. Try not to be punitive, but focus on positive motivational strategies. Punitive approaches tend to damage children.
The more fun you make the learning experience the more motivating it will be for the child. Anger will tend to discourage the child’s progress and he or she may regress if you resort to yelling or scolding.
Appreciate being a parent and enjoy the journey together. Your children will grow up soon enough, so enjoy their toddler years while you can. Their joy as they learn will give you opportunities to photograph their progress. They will some day appreciate the memories of the potty training chart.