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How do I get my child to play with others?

Shaping

Shaping is a very effective behavior management tool. It involves positively reinforcing very small steps towards the behavior you want, or the goal behavior. For example: A child does not talk is not social with peers. Praise the child for watching the others and being aware of what they are doing. Next, praise the child if s/he move near other children or plays with the same toys they do. Continue on until the child has actually joined the group. kite

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