“There are a few things to collect before we leave.”
← All situationsDECLARATIVE LANGUAGE / EVERYDAY MOMENTSDeclarative language for
Declarative language for
leaving the park or a friend’s house.
PDA communication examples for this moment. Use only statements that are true, and offers you can follow through on.
A DIRECT INSTRUCTION “We’re leaving. Hurry up.”
All 6 examples are shown. Save any you want to keep.
“Our bag is beside the bench.”
“I’m gathering our things.”
“I’m checking the plan for getting home.”
“I can carry the things you’re holding.”
“I can help remember what you wanted to do next time.”
Look beyond the words.
Leaving an enjoyable activity can be hard. A warning helps some people and adds pressure for others.
Use the person’s preferred communication. A clearer request can be more helpful than an indirect hint.
What to notice next
Consider what was happening before the difficult moment, what your child communicated, and what changed afterwards. One easier occasion does not prove a strategy caused the change.
TAKE IT INTO THE NEXT CONVERSATIONMake a note for school
Choose phrases for my brief ↗Make a note for school
or your next appointment.
Save the phrases you want to keep. Then choose up to two for “Phrases we’re trying” on your brief.