Prep Ahead Outfit
Here's What To Do
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Before bedtime, check the weather forecast for the next day. Talk with your child about what kind of clothes they'll need to wear to be ready for the weather tomorrow.
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Invite your child to choose their clothes for the next day. Let your child choose what to wear. If it doesn't bother you, your child doesn't have to match!
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Ask your child to choose a special spot to put the outfit so it's ready for tomorrow.
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Repeat every night if this routine works for your family!
Put PEER Into Action
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Pause:
- Stand where your child's clothes are stored. Hold each others' hands and take a deep breath.
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Engage:
- "Tomorrow it's going to be cold outside. What do you need to wear when it's cold?"
- "Great! You'd like to wear that shirt. What pants would you like to wear with it? I like the way the green shirt goes with those jeans."
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Encourage:
- Let your child pick socks and underwear. They don't have to match and they're right for any season!
- If you're concerned about your child's choices, give them 2 or 3 options to pick between. "Would you like the butterfly shirt or the rainbow shirt?"
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Reflect:
- Talk about your child's feelings towards their clothes and problem-solve together if necessary.
Not quite ready?
Start by giving your child one small choice (like: socks). Add more choices over time.
Ready for more?
Let your child choose their outfit independently.
As your child masters this skill...
They will know how to work together with an adult to plan to complete a task.