Tool 25 · Practice · Free
Encourage a Manageable Attempt
Your child wants to try something but feels uncertain about the first step.
Try this
“We can look at it together, choose one part to try, and see what you learn.”
How to use it
Use three actions to support a manageable attempt: assess the task, accompany the attempt, and anchor a useful experience to remember.
- Assess: explore what is involved and choose a manageable first attempt.
- Accompany: agree on the support they want, including where you will be available.
- Anchor: afterward, notice a useful strategy or discovery they can remember.
What it can sound like
These are illustrative examples. Adjust the words to your family and your child's needs.
“I'll stay nearby while you order your snack. We can practice the words first.”
“Want to rehearse the opening of the call? You'll make the call, and I'll be here afterward.”
Watch out for
Do not promise that the attempt will succeed or use a previous success to dismiss a new worry.
If it doesn't fit this moment
Make the attempt smaller or practice one part together. Stopping can give information about support needed.
Free template
Assess, accompany, anchor
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Reference reading
These public references support relevant communication principles. They do not validate this tool as an assessment or a tested script.