Bedtime can be the hardest part of the day, especially when your child has to stop something they love and transition into a routine. This toolkit walks you through learning contracts, a simple, collaborative tool that turns bedtime expectations into something visible, predictable, and shared.
Inside you'll find:
A clear explanation of what a learning contract is (and what it isn't)
A step by step guide to building your own contract together with your child
A printable bedtime contract template, ready to fill in and sign
A First-Then visual schedule for bedtime routines
Tips for using the contract calmly and consistently
Guidance on fading the contract once routines feel smoother
Notes on when this approach fits well, and when to reach out for more individualized support
Created by Brittany, SLP, and Shawna, BCBA, this toolkit gives families a practical starting point for calmer, more predictable evenings.
Bedtime can be the hardest part of the day, especially when your child has to stop something they love and transition into a routine. This toolkit walks you through learning contracts, a simple, collaborative tool that turns bedtime expectations into something visible, predictable, and shared.
Inside you'll find:
A clear explanation of what a learning contract is (and what it isn't)
A step by step guide to building your own contract together with your child
A printable bedtime contract template, ready to fill in and sign
A First-Then visual schedule for bedtime routines
Tips for using the contract calmly and consistently
Guidance on fading the contract once routines feel smoother
Notes on when this approach fits well, and when to reach out for more individualized support
Created by Brittany, SLP, and Shawna, BCBA, this toolkit gives families a practical starting point for calmer, more predictable evenings.