Helping Kids Stay with It

When a series of chores or tasks needs completion, making a numbered list facilitates action because

1. we can read what needs to be accomplished in order to alot the time needed
2. a list let's us know what is expected from start to finish ... so we can ask clarifying questions before we  even begin
3. a list lets us know what is expected from start to finish ... so our mind can begin rehearsing each step and linking them one after the other in our minds
4. a list let's us know what is expected from start to finish ... so we can predict when we will be done (and begin already to relish that experience of completion)! 
5. a list becomes our anchor (the place we come back to after we complete each step) ...so we don't need to hold all the items in our mind (which interfers with being fully present during a task)
6. if we get distracted at any point, and go off-task, we have a place to come home to...Our List!
7. after each completion, we can enjoy highlighting, checking, or crossing it off ... indicating accomplishment. This builds awareness of self-efficacy!
8. after each completion: highlighing, checking, or crossing it off -can build to our sense of order
9. order and accomplishment enhances our self trust 
10.  self trust builds self-esteem  ... leading us to set realistic goals