Tip list: choose a habit and start today
In Motikids, each “tip” is a practical guide to help your children learn a specific behavior, from food and hygiene to routines and rules at home.
The tips are part of the app from Motikids. First choose a rule and apply the tip; then, in the app, you can record in the star chart when it is completed, add stars and reinforce progress with rewards.
Tips by category
We have grouped the tips into different categories to help you find them. If there is one you cannot find, you can request it inside the app.
Food
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Eating fruit
Practical ideas to help your child eat fruit every day without arguments.
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Eating what is served at the table
Strategies to accept the family meal and calmly reduce “I don’t like it”.
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Eating vegetables
How to introduce vegetables gradually and improve willingness to try them.
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Eating breakfast
Simple routines to start the day with a complete breakfast without rushing.
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Not talking with a full mouth
Guidelines for speaking politely at the table and waiting to swallow before talking.
Hygiene
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Taking a bath
A step-by-step routine to make bath time quick, safe, and free of battles.
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Showering independently
How to encourage independence in the shower with supervision and safe habits.
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Washing their face
Tips to make washing their face a natural part of the daily routine.
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Washing their hands
How to turn handwashing into an automatic habit.
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Brushing their teeth
Guidelines to improve brushing: time, technique, and consistency without anger.
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Combing their hair
Tips for daily hair combing with fewer tangles and more cooperation.
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Using dental floss
How to start flossing in an easy, age-appropriate way.
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Getting dressed independently
Strategies for getting dressed independently: choosing, organizing, and doing it at their own pace.
Home
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Turning off the light
How to teach turning off the light when leaving a room and make it a habit.
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Helping with household chores
Ways to involve your child in household chores by age, without turning it into punishment.
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Putting clothes in the laundry
Ideas to help them put clothes in the hamper and keep things orderly consistently.
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Making the bed
A simple method for making the bed every morning in a few minutes.
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Washing the dishes
How to help wash dishes safely with a realistic sharing of tasks.
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Cleaning the room
Guidelines to keep their room clean with small, repeatable goals.
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Organizing clothes
How to organize clothes, fold or hang them, and find them later without chaos.
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Starting the washing machine
A guided routine for starting the washing machine: sort, set the program, and start.
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Setting the table
How to set the table in order and take responsibility for their part.
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Loading the dishwasher
Steps to load the dishwasher properly and avoid common mistakes.
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Tidying the kitchen
How to tidy the kitchen after eating with a 5-10 minute routine.
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Tidying the room
Ideas for tidying the room by zones and finishing without overwhelm.
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Clearing the table
How to remove plates and clean the basics to leave the table ready quickly.
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Tidying up toys
How to tidy toys by category and with a time limit to avoid fights.
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Unloading the washing machine and hanging clothes
A guide to taking out clothes, hanging them, and leaving everything tidy at the end.
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Taking out the trash
How to take out the trash responsibly: bag, sorting, and schedule.
Education
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Saying good night
A calm routine to end the day: goodbye, affection, and clear limits.
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Saying good morning
How to start the day with a positive greeting and a mini morning routine.
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Not shouting
Tools to lower the volume: model, remind, and reinforce when they manage it.
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Not cheating
How to encourage fair play with simple rules and consistent consequences.
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Staying in bed at night
Strategies for staying in bed: routine, calm, and reinforcement for successful nights.
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Not hitting
How to work on “not hitting”: identify the emotion, offer an alternative, and reinforce immediately.
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Not fighting with siblings
Guidelines for managing sibling conflicts and rewarding cooperation.
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Greeting people
How to greet politely at home and outside, with example rather than pressure.
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Being kind
Ideas for practicing kindness: polite words, empathy, and positive reinforcement.
Study
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Studying
How to create a short daily study habit without relying on scolding.
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Studying the alphabet
Ideas for learning the alphabet through play: short repetition and consistency.
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Studying numbers
How to practice numbers with everyday games: shopping, stairs, and time.
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Studying multiplication tables
A method for multiplication tables: small chunks, frequent review, and reinforcement for progress.
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Studying vowels
How to reinforce vowels with short reading, sound, and writing activities.
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Practicing handwriting
Guidelines for handwriting without frustration: a few minutes, posture, and breaks.
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Doing tasks
How to do tasks with focus: prepare the environment, take breaks, and finish clearly.
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Doing homework
Homework strategies: planning, supporting without doing it for them, and reviewing.
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English
How to practice English with daily routines: songs, useful phrases, and repetition.
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Reading
Ideas for reading every day: free choice, short time, and consistency.
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Math
How to improve in math with short practice and step-by-step examples.
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Participating in class
Guidelines for participating in class: confidence, turns, and reinforcing effort.
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Practicing my instrument
How to practice an instrument without arguments: fixed schedule, small goals, and a reward.
Schedules
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Going to bed at the agreed time
How to go to bed at the agreed time with a predictable routine and timed warnings.
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Waking up independently
Strategies for waking up independently: alarm, light, preparation, and reinforcement.
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Taking a nap
How to nap when needed: environment, duration, and smooth transition.
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Getting ready and arriving at school on time
A routine for leaving on time: prepare backpack, clothes, and key minutes.
Environment
Following instructions
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Listening to parents
Guidelines for listening: eye contact, short sentence, and consistent consequence.
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Coming to dinner when called
How to come to dinner when called: advance warnings and a routine transition.
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Coming to lunch when called
How to come to lunch when called: finish the activity, tidy up, and sit without protesting.
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Coming to breakfast when called
How to come to breakfast when called: wake up, quick hygiene, and table ready.
Organization
Health
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Playing sports
How to introduce sports with motivation: chosen activity, consistency, and reinforcement.
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Not snacking between meals
Strategies for not snacking between meals: schedules, alternatives, and clear rules.
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Taking my vitamins
How to remember vitamins: visual cue, fixed moment, and simple tracking.
Start with something simple today and track it for one week
For it to work, choose one or two rules and apply them consistently for a few days. Then add more if you want. If you want to better understand why this approach is based on positive reinforcement, you can read our full guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do these tips work for any age?
They are designed to help parents with children. Adjust the language and the type of reward to the child’s age.
Do I have to apply all the tips?
No. Choose the ones that fit your home and your situation. Motikids is designed to go step by step.
What should I do if one day does not go well?
That is normal. Keep the rule, simplify the goal, and reinforce any progress.