Stickers or stars are put on a piece of paper to show behavioral improvements.  This is called a behavior chart.  It works well with chronic problems –such completing chores and homework or for starting routines.  Once a goal of quantity of stickers has been set, a reward is given.  The reward should not be food or toys; it should be more time doing a favorite activity, such as going to the park.

You should only focus on improving one behavior using the chart method at a time.  It takes a lot of work and consistency to maintain an effective chart, so if you don’t know enough about charting, research it before you start.