Children like praise as motivation for good behaviour. Use goal charts and ‘non-junk food’ rewards.
Non-junk food rewards for children
- Going to the park
- Being lifted into the air
- Having a bubble bath
- Making noises with pots and pans
- Finger painting
- Playing with play dough
- Going for a picnic (even in the backyard)!
- Going to the library
- Staying up late
- Hiring a video or DVD
Ask family and friends not to give sweets as ‘treats’
Ask them to give healthy snacks instead, like:
- frozen fruit chunks such as mango (instead of an ice block)
- plain popcorn (instead of a packet of chips)
- milk and fruit smoothie (instead of a soft drink)
