Reward Management
The Reward Management system is designed to motivate and celebrate your child's achievements through a flexible, engaging points and rewards system. This feature helps reinforce positive behaviors and provides meaningful incentives for completing activities.
Overview
The Reward Management system includes:
Points System - Earn points for completing activities and achieving goals
Reward Catalog - Create custom rewards that children can "purchase" with points
Achievement System - Unlock badges and milestones for consistent progress
Streak Tracking - Bonus rewards for maintaining consistent habits
Points System
How Points Work
Children earn points by:
- Completing activities - Base points for each finished task
- Quality submissions - Bonus points for excellent evidence
- Consistency streaks - Multiplier bonuses for regular completion
- Special achievements - One-time bonuses for milestones
- Bonus challenges - Extra points for going above and beyond
Point Values
Set appropriate point values based on:
- Activity difficulty - More complex tasks earn more points
- Time investment - Longer activities receive higher rewards
- Importance level - Critical activities (like medication) get bonus points
- Child's motivation - Adjust values based on what motivates your child
- Skill development - Higher points for learning new skills
ADHD Tip: Use immediate point rewards to provide instant gratification. Consider smaller, more frequent rewards rather than saving up for large ones.
Point Categories
Organize points by category to track progress:
Daily Living Points 🏠
- Self-care activities
- Household responsibilities
- Routine maintenance
Learning Points 📚
- Educational activities
- Skill development
- Creative projects
Social Points 👥
- Family interactions
- Friendship activities
- Community involvement
Health Points 💪
- Physical activities
- Emotional regulation
- Wellness practices
Reward Catalog
Creating Rewards
Build a personalized reward catalog with:
Digital Rewards
- Extra screen time
- Special app privileges
- Online game access
- Video call with friends
Activity Rewards
- Choose the next family movie
- Pick dinner menu
- Special outing selection
- Friend playdate
Material Rewards
- Small toys or books
- Art supplies
- Clothing items
- Special treats
Experience Rewards
- One-on-one parent time
- Stay up late privilege
- Special breakfast in bed
- Choose family weekend activity
Reward Pricing
Set point costs that encourage regular engagement:
- Small rewards (10-50 points) - Daily achievable treats
- Medium rewards (100-300 points) - Weekly goals
- Large rewards (500-1000 points) - Monthly achievements
- Premium rewards (1000+ points) - Special milestones
Autism Support: Include sensory-friendly rewards and avoid overwhelming choices. Consider creating visual reward menus with pictures for easier selection.
Reward Categories
Organize rewards by type and appeal:
Immediate Gratification
- Quick treats or privileges
- Instant access rewards
- Small comfort items
Delayed Gratification
- Larger purchases requiring saving
- Special events or outings
- Significant privileges
Social Rewards
- Time with friends or family
- Group activities
- Recognition and praise
Independence Rewards
- Increased privileges
- More autonomy
- Special responsibilities
Achievement System
Badge Categories
Unlock achievements across different areas:
Consistency Badges 🏆
- 7-day streak
- 30-day streak
- Perfect week
- Early bird (morning activities)
- Night owl (evening routines)
Skill Development Badges 🎯
- First completion
- Skill mastery
- Creative expression
- Problem solver
- Helper badge
Social Badges 🤝
- Team player
- Kind helper
- Good friend
- Family contributor
- Community member
Challenge Badges ⭐
- Above and beyond
- Extra effort
- Difficult task completed
- New skill learned
- Leadership shown
Milestone Rewards Basic+
Special rewards for significant achievements:
- 100 activities completed - Special celebration
- First month perfect - Family outing
- Skill mastery - Related privilege or tool
- Helping others - Recognition ceremony
- Consistent improvement - Increased autonomy
Streak System
Streak Types
Track different types of consistency:
Activity Streaks
- Daily routine completion
- Specific skill practice
- Category consistency
- Overall participation
Quality Streaks
- High-quality evidence submission
- Exceeding expectations
- Creative submissions
- Helpful feedback
Behavior Streaks
- Positive attitude
- Helping others
- Following instructions
- Self-regulation
Streak Bonuses
Reward consistency with multipliers:
- 3-day streak - 1.2x points
- 7-day streak - 1.5x points
- 14-day streak - 2x points
- 30-day streak - 3x points
- Special streaks - Custom multipliers
ADHD Tip: Make streak requirements flexible. Allow for "streak insurance" where one missed day doesn't break a long streak, helping maintain motivation.
Advanced Reward Features
Seasonal Rewards Premium
Create time-limited special rewards:
- Holiday themes - Special seasonal treats
- Birthday months - Extra special rewards
- Summer activities - Outdoor adventure options
- School year - Educational rewards
Family Rewards
Rewards that benefit the whole family:
- Group activities - Everyone enjoys together
- Family privileges - Special family rules
- Shared experiences - Outings or events
- Collaborative rewards - Working together for bigger prizes
Surprise Rewards
Unexpected bonuses to maintain engagement:
- Random bonus points for exceptional effort
- Mystery rewards that appear occasionally
- Double point days for specific activities
- Flash challenges with time-limited bonuses
Reward Redemption
Redemption Process
Make claiming rewards simple and clear:
- Browse catalog - View available rewards and costs
- Check balance - Ensure sufficient points
- Select reward - Choose desired item or experience
- Confirm purchase - Review and confirm selection
- Enjoy reward - Immediate or scheduled delivery
Redemption Rules
Set clear guidelines:
- Spending limits - Daily or weekly maximums
- Approval required - Parent approval for certain rewards
- Timing restrictions - When rewards can be used
- Sharing rules - Whether rewards can be shared with siblings
Refund Policy
Handle changes and mistakes:
- Accidental purchases - Easy refund process
- Changed minds - Reasonable return window
- Unavailable rewards - Alternative options
- Technical issues - Automatic resolution
Monitoring and Analytics
Reward Effectiveness Tracking Basic+
Monitor which rewards work best:
- Most popular rewards - What children choose most
- Motivation impact - Activity completion rates by reward type
- Point earning patterns - How children accumulate points
- Redemption frequency - How often rewards are claimed
Spending Analysis
Understand reward usage:
- Point balance trends - Saving vs. spending patterns
- Category preferences - Which reward types are favored
- Seasonal variations - Changes in reward preferences
- Goal achievement - Progress toward larger rewards
Customization Options
Child-Specific Rewards
Tailor rewards to individual interests:
- Personal interests - Rewards matching hobbies
- Developmental goals - Rewards supporting growth areas
- Sensory preferences - Appropriate sensory rewards
- Social comfort - Rewards matching social preferences
Family Values Integration
Align rewards with family priorities:
- Educational focus - Learning-oriented rewards
- Health emphasis - Wellness and activity rewards
- Creativity support - Art and creative expression rewards
- Service orientation - Community and helping rewards
Accessibility Adaptations
Make rewards accessible for all children:
- Visual supports - Picture-based reward catalogs
- Sensory considerations - Appropriate sensory rewards
- Communication needs - Clear, simple reward descriptions
- Motor considerations - Accessible reward activities
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Child Not Motivated by Rewards
- Reassess reward appeal - Ask child about preferences
- Adjust point values - Make rewards more achievable
- Add variety - Introduce new reward types
- Consider non-material rewards - Focus on experiences and privileges
Points Accumulating Too Slowly
- Review point values - Increase for appropriate activities
- Add bonus opportunities - More ways to earn extra points
- Reduce reward costs - Make some rewards more affordable
- Introduce streak bonuses - Reward consistency
Reward System Becoming Overwhelming
- Simplify catalog - Reduce number of choices
- Clear categories - Better organization
- Remove unused rewards - Clean up inactive options
- Focus on favorites - Emphasize most popular rewards
Best Practices
Setting Up Rewards
- Start simple - Begin with basic rewards and expand
- Include child input - Ask what motivates them
- Balance variety - Mix immediate and delayed rewards
- Regular updates - Refresh catalog periodically
- Clear communication - Explain how the system works
Maintaining Motivation
- Celebrate achievements - Acknowledge progress publicly
- Adjust as needed - Modify based on what works
- Avoid over-reliance - Balance with intrinsic motivation
- Focus on effort - Reward trying, not just success
- Make it fun - Keep the system engaging and positive
Long-term Success
- Gradual independence - Slowly reduce external rewards
- Intrinsic motivation - Help children find internal satisfaction
- Life skills focus - Rewards that build real-world skills
- Family integration - Make rewards part of family culture
- Flexibility - Adapt system as children grow and change
Integration with Other Features
Activity Connection
Rewards integrate seamlessly with:
- Activity completion - Automatic point awards
- Evidence quality - Bonus points for excellent work
- Streak maintenance - Consistency rewards
- Goal achievement - Milestone celebrations
Progress Tracking
Reward data contributes to:
- Motivation analysis - What drives each child
- Behavior patterns - Reward impact on behavior
- Goal setting - Appropriate targets for growth
- Family reports - Overall reward system effectiveness
