Accepting “No” and “Wait” ~ Parent Coaching Lesson Plan
A practical parent coaching lesson plan for teaching how to respond to “no” and “wait” using clear, supportive communication strategies.
Accepting “No” and “Wait” is a structured lesson plan designed to help BCBAs guide families through common challenges related to denied access and waiting. This resource aligns with the An Approachable Guide to Accepting “No” and “Wait” on-demand training and provides a clear two-session framework with guided discussion questions, real-life scenarios, and family action items. It is intended for use during parent coaching sessions, caregiver training, and interdisciplinary collaboration in home and community settings. The lesson plan directly addresses frequent challenges such as big reactions to unavailable items, difficulty waiting, and uncertainty around how to set limits while staying supportive
Why Download This Resource?
- Help families respond to “no” and “wait” in ways that reduce escalation and support emotional regulation
- Teach clear, repeatable response strategies such as no plus alternative, yes when, and structured waiting supports
- Increase consistency across adults by pairing coaching conversations with guided practice and reflection
What You’ll Get:
- A structured parent coaching lesson plan aligned with the Accepting “No” and “Wait” on-demand training
- Two-session outlines with pacing guidance, discussion prompts, and coaching notes
- Step-by-step breakdowns of strategies including no plus alternative, yes when, and better ways to support waiting
- Guided discussion questions using real-life scenarios families commonly face
- Family homework and action items to support practice between sessions
- BCBA-specific notes to guide follow-up, reflection, and problem-solving
Download Accepting “No” and “Wait” to support families in responding to unavailability and waiting with clarity, consistency, and confidence.
