Weekly Parenting Goals

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Dear Parent,

This is an opportunity for you, the parent, to choose your own "parenting goals."

Write down the numbers of the goals in the appropriate boxes below.

At the end of each day, draw the appropriate "face" (see below) based on how well you met each goal.

Goals may be changed daily or kept the same.

Ask your child for feedback regarding your process.

1	Provide an environment that is safe	13	Be more assertive
2	Provide an environment that is nurturing	14	Be more consistent
3	Provide a highly-structured environment	15	Be less demanding
4	Provide open and frequent communication	16	Avoid inappropriate language near child(ren)
5	Teach and encourage positive social skills	17	Avoid fighting with spouse near child(ren)
6	Set limits that are fair and reasonable	18	Avoid nagging
7	Be supportive and understanding of feelings	19	Avoid yelling or criticizing, control anger
8	Be a positive role model	20	Give positive attention more frequently
9	Be a good listener	21	Encourage healthy habits
10	Be more patient	22	Spend more quality time with child(ren)
11	Be helpful with problem-solving	23	Provide closer supervision
12	Give fair and logical consequences	24	Other

Use the chart below to keep track of your goals as well as your ability to meet those goals.

RESPONSES

- EXCELLENT

- FAIR

- POOR