Step 2.2 Wait for the toddler to respond
After delivering the cue or task direction, pause and wait for the length the response interval for the toddler to begin the chained task or activity or routine on his own. The controlling prompt is not given until the response interval is over. The only exception would be if the toddler makes an incorrect response (see Step 2.4).
EXAMPLE
Charlie’s mom says, “time to clean up” and gives him his plate. She then waits 3 to 5 seconds, the specified response interval, for Charlie to start moving toward the kitchen counter.
The task direction is "time to clean up."