Catch the Routine, Not the Child
Sep 20, 2025
3 min read
**The Problem**
Correcting behaviour loudly can reinforce the wrong actions.
**The Strategy**
- Narrate the behaviour you want to see:
“I see table three ready with their books open.”
- Keep tone neutral and concise.
**Impact**
- Shifts peer attention toward positive models.
- Reduces confrontation.
**Pro Tip**
Aim for a 3:1 ratio of positive narration to corrections.