Routines · 6 min read
Calmer Bedtime and Transition Scripts
Support for screens, leaving the playground, bedtime, and daily routines.
Quick script:
“One more minute, then I will help your body move to the next thing.”
Transitions are hard
Many children struggle when the brain has to leave something enjoyable and move toward something less preferred. Predictability helps.
Use a preview
- “Two more minutes, then shoes.”
- “First pajamas, then one book.”
- “When the timer rings, I will help you turn it off.”
Hold the limit
If your child protests, keep the words warm and repetitive: “You wish you had more time. It is time to go.”
Repair the routine
After a rough transition, name the next plan: “Tomorrow I will give you a reminder before we leave.”
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