Make a game out of the tasks. Let's see if we can get these dominos put away before this song is over. When you get the books put away, I will put together a puzzle with you. Other Tips to Remember Ask the child to look at you while you are speaking. Gently touch the child's shoulder, rub his back or stroke his cheek while you are talking.
Children have short attention spans.
Say what's important first. Change your voice tone from time to time. Kneel down to your child's level. As adults, our words are important, but our actions are what really talk to our children. If you want your child to wear a hat outdoors, wear one yourself.