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Practice and reward charts for selective mutism goals
Four printable chart formats for tracking planned practice, points or tokens, and steps toward a communication goal.
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Choose the chart that fits the plan
A weekly practice chart is useful when the goal is repetition. A points chart can connect several clearly defined practice behaviors to a chosen reward. A sticker chart gives younger children a simple visual record. A steps toward goal chart shows progression across a communication ladder without requiring every step to happen on a fixed date.
Define the practice behavior and backup method before tracking begins. Families can use these charts at home and share the pattern with a clinician, teacher, or other support person when useful.
Track behavior rather than worth
Record whether the planned action occurred and any brief information needed for the next decision. Do not display a chart that compares the person with siblings, classmates, or coworkers. Do not remove earned marks because a later attempt was hard.
If the person prefers privacy, keep the chart with the caregiver or clinician. Older children, teens, and adults should have a say in the format, language, and who sees it.
Review and fade
Set a review date when the chart begins. Ask whether it increased practice, felt predictable, and supported the person’s goals. Change the behavior or reward if the system is not working.
As the behavior becomes more consistent and naturally useful, reduce the chart or external reward. The long term goal is access and independence, not permanent tracking.
Putting this into practice
Select one of the four printable formats and use it for a short trial. Write the exact behavior and review date before adding any marks. Keep feedback calm and specific.
Use the pattern to decide whether to repeat the step, make it smaller, try it with another person or setting, or fade the reinforcement. Share it at the next treatment review if the person is receiving care.
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