Step 1.2 Identify the activities and routines within which to teach the target behavior (or skill)
Once target behaviors are described, the EI team and parents identify everyday activities and routines within which to use positive reinforcement to increase the toddler’s behavior. Using favorite activities and routines will further increase motivation through the use of natural reinforcers for the toddler. Using family activities and routines will also support the family and other caregivers in implementing reinforcement on their own.
EXAMPLE
The team and family might decide to use reinforcement of the toddler’s requesting behaviors (signing “more” and reaching, saying “I want ___”) during highly preferred routines such as bath or snack.
For Jonathan, described in example for Step 1.1, the team might identify all the times when Jonathan and his sister have opportunities to play at the same time.