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Absolutely! I "stole" it a while back from the Dallas, TX Association for Parent Education. 
They have some really neat handouts that are simple and easy for provider and/or parents to use.
Here is another example: This one is for Tantrums:
T TEMPER TAMTRUMS are not under a child’s control. Never punish, spank or threaten a child experiencing the frightening energy of temper tantrums.
A ACCEPT the fact that tantrums are common for most young children. Tantrums are not a reflection of you.
N NORMAL behavior for toddlers and preschoolers. They have very few words to express their feelings and very short attention spans. They live in the “here and now” and have a hard time waiting.
T TIRED, hungry, teething children, and those put in adult environments, are more likely to lose control and throw a temper tantrum.
R RELEASE of frustration (not hostility) is usually the cause of temper tantrums. Helplessness and stress are powerful emotions. Children need a way to express themselves.
U YOU stay clam no matter how upset the child becomes. Show the child ways to handle frustration through your own calm actions.
M MOVE an upset toddler or preschooler to a quiet, calm place and stay within sight until they calm down. It is sometimes helpful to reassure the child gently or hold her calmly until the child quiets.
S SAY what you think a child may be feeling. Put into words what the child can’t, such as:
....and just in case you want to use any of their awesome handouts, here is the link to the site
http://www.dallasparents.org/printables.html
They have some really neat handouts that are simple and easy for provider and/or parents to use. Here is another example: This one is for Tantrums:
T TEMPER TAMTRUMS are not under a child’s control. Never punish, spank or threaten a child experiencing the frightening energy of temper tantrums.
A ACCEPT the fact that tantrums are common for most young children. Tantrums are not a reflection of you.
N NORMAL behavior for toddlers and preschoolers. They have very few words to express their feelings and very short attention spans. They live in the “here and now” and have a hard time waiting.
T TIRED, hungry, teething children, and those put in adult environments, are more likely to lose control and throw a temper tantrum.
R RELEASE of frustration (not hostility) is usually the cause of temper tantrums. Helplessness and stress are powerful emotions. Children need a way to express themselves.
U YOU stay clam no matter how upset the child becomes. Show the child ways to handle frustration through your own calm actions.
M MOVE an upset toddler or preschooler to a quiet, calm place and stay within sight until they calm down. It is sometimes helpful to reassure the child gently or hold her calmly until the child quiets.
S SAY what you think a child may be feeling. Put into words what the child can’t, such as:
- “I know you don’t want to leave now.”
- “You sound very angry.”
- “I know you want this now . . .”
- “It looks like you are feeling sad . . .”
....and just in case you want to use any of their awesome handouts, here is the link to the site
http://www.dallasparents.org/printables.html
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