1. A Formula for Structuring Summer Success Holly Roberts, Ph.D. Munroe-Meyer Institute University of Nebraska Medical Center

2. Consistency + Predictability = Success Kids want to know what to expect Behavior problems often occur because children do not know what to expect Children thrive on routines

3. Ideas to Promote Consistency and Predictability Make a daily schedule and post it in a highly visible location Have a behavior management plan in mind BEFORE behavior problems occur –Post your behavior plan! Make sure all adults are on the same page with the schedule and discipline plan

4. Schedules Can Help! Schedules are good for: –Planning meals –Planning activities –Allowing children to “see” what you mean by a schedule –Parents to organize themselves –Parents to organize child activities