Ep. 40 - Using Reward Systems and Token Economies Pt. 2 with Dr. Jeanne Donaldson

Today we continue with part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Jeanne Donaldson. We will continue to discuss using token economies with children to help them establish positive behaviors. Today’s focus will be on the types of rewards/tokens that can be used, pricing strategies, selecting backups and using variety, troubleshooting common problems with token economies, implementing savings, and discussing taking away tokens as a form of punishment.  Dr. Jeanne Donaldson earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Florida and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the John Hopkins University School of Medicine at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Her research focuses on solving issues common in early childhood and assessing child and adult interventions. Some key tokens mentioned include: Passes/privileges TV show/video game time Extra book/chapter at bedtime Outings – library, park, children’s museum Sleepover Parent cleans my room Breakfast for dinner Dance party Pick the restaurant Stay up late   Tangible items School/office supplies Art supplies Craft items  Stickers Scented lip balm Books Bubbles Squishy toys Glow sticks/bracelets  Clothing Holiday-themed and seasonal items To learn more or contact Dr. Donaldson, you can reach out to her via email at [email protected]. For more information on Thriving Toddler’s Backpocket Essentials program, please visit: https://www.thrivingtoddler.com/backpocket-essentials