Requesting Help To Clean-Up Spills
“Into Each Life, A Little Spill Must Fall”

Your child may be resistant to help or may not know when or how to ask for help. Here are suggestions to help:
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When
suggesting that your child help you, give the language necessary for the task.
Your child may not ask for help when something spills if your child does not
have the right words. (e.g., “Do you want me to help you clean up your juice? I
know you spilled your juice. It’s ok.”).
Know
that making mistakes is a part of learning and helps your child to become
independent.
Even when it is easier for you to clean up
something that your child has done (e.g., a spill) give your child
opportunities to help you.
When
your child does demonstrate an interest in helping you with activities, let
your child know that “Help is appreciated”.
Let
your child know that if the activity is too much, you are there to help (some
children will not even attempt an activity if it seems too overwhelming to
them).
Give
your child positive feedback whether he is successful or not. If your child
only receives praise when the task is completed, your child may not even
attempt it if he thinks success is not possible.