Struggling with potty training? Discover the power of potty training rewards to fast-track your child’s progress. In this guide, we’ll explore effective reward strategies that make learning fun and rewarding for you and your little one. Get ready to transform your potty training journey with our top tips and creative ideas.
You may also want to read our tips on teaching your kiddo how to properly wipe their bum. That’s always a toughie. Also, be sure to grab our free tooth-brushing incentive chart if you’re working on good dental hygiene as well.
Potty Training Reward Ideas
Rewards can play a crucial role in motivating toddlers during the potty training process. By associating the act of using the potty with positive reinforcement, kids are more likely to be encouraged to repeat the behavior. It’s not just about the reward itself, but the recognition of their achievement that builds their confidence and self-esteem.
Below we have 35 small potty training rewards you can keep on hand, as well as 35 rewards that are more experienced-based. Have fun and hang in there!
35 Small Potty Training Reward Ideas
Here are 35 small goodies your child can choose after each successful trip to the potty.
1. Potty Training Songs: Turn on a song from this really fun Spotify playlist that’s oodles of fun.
2. Temporary Tattoos: Let them pick out a temporary tattoo as a reward.
3. Stickers – Of course, stickers are always a good idea.
4. Sensory Toy – Toys that pop, fidget, or squish.
5. Funny Faces – Fake mustaches, pretend makeup, silly noses.
6. Balls Of All Sizes – Even the big ones are inexpensive.
7. Markers and Crayons – Be sure they’re not the permanent kind.
8. Sticky Toys – We’re thinking of the kind they can throw against the wall.
9. Silly Straws – They’re curly and fun.
10. Character Bandaids – It might sound weird, but trust us. They’ll put them on every doll or friend they see.
11. Funny Pencil Case – They can put all sorts of things inside, including all the tokens or coupons they earn during potty training.
12. Flavored Milk Straws – They come in packets in the grocery aisle.
13. Slime – Who doesn’t love slime? Just don’t leave them alone with it or expect a slimy mess.
14. Glasses – You can find inexpensive ones in the party section at Walmart or Target.
15. Potty Training Diploma: Create a diploma to recognize their accomplishment in potty training.
Keep Going! There are lots more reward ideas!
16. Playdough: Grab some party-size Playdough in all colors.
17. Watercolor Painting Set: Provide a watercolor painting set for them to explore their creativity. You can find all sorts at the Dollar Tree.
18. Create a Potty Training Badge: Make a special badge for them to wear proudly.
19. Piggy Bank – A handful of coins they get to drop into a piggy bank is a fun way to celebrate.
20. Special Snacks: Offer a small treat they don’t usually get to have.
21. Coloring Page: Download a new coloring page as a reward for their efforts.
22. Prank Toys – Nothing will make them laugh as hard as leaving fake poo for someone to find.
23. Recorder – Plastic recorders will seem like a big deal to them, but they are super cheap.
24. Little Craft Kit: Provide a Dollar Store craft kit for them to enjoy after successful potty training.
25. Dollar Store Doll or Car: Whatever your little one loves best.
Training pants today, big kid undies tomorrow!
26. Extra Screen Time: Allow them some extra time with their favorite TV show or game.
27. Bubbles – Bubbles are tried and true fun.
28. Stamp For Their Hand – You can find these in the birthday party section.
29. Finger Puppets – They could wind up with one for each finger!
30. Plastic Slinky – They’ve been around for decades for a reason.
31. Baggies of Cereal – Make sure it’s a cereal they don’t typically get for breakfast.
32. Foam Gliders – A better version of a paper airplane will provide hours of fun.
33. Little Flashlight – Make sure they can’t get the batteries out and they’ll get hours of fun out of it.
34. Character Nightlight – Kids can never have too many.
35. Funny Socks – There are so many of these to choose from.
35 Activity-Based Reward Ideas For Potty Training Success
These ideas are more about spending time with people they love, and that’s always a good idea.
1. Plant a Flower: Let them plant a flower or small plant as a symbol of their potty training achievement. One packet of seeds and lots of little seed starters could result in a pretty potty garden!”
2. Dress-up Fashion Show: Let them have a dress-up fashion show to showcase their favorite outfits.
3. Praise Phone Call: Let them make a phone call to a grandparent or relative to share their potty training success.
4. Put Together a Puzzle Together: Work on a puzzle together as a reward for their efforts.
5. Outdoor Picnic: Have a picnic in the backyard or at a nearby park to celebrate potty training progress.
6. Paint Their Nails: Piggy Paint is one we highly recommend for one of your potty training rewards.
7. Build a Lego Set: Give them a new Lego set to build as a reward for their hard work.
8. Make Homemade Playdough: Spend time together making homemade playdough for creative play.
9. Special Bedtime Story: Read an extra bedtime story as a reward for a successful day of using the potty.
10. Dance Party: Celebrate successful potty trips with a fun dance party together.
Keep Going! We’re turning pee into progress, one reward at a time.
11. Bubble Bath: Let them enjoy a special bubble bath after a successful day.
12. Outdoor Adventure: Go for a nature walk to pick up sticks and interesting rocks.
13. Excavation Tub: Load up a plastic tub with sand and hide goodies inside. (Careful of sand in their eyes because that’s no fun.)
14. Choose Dinner: Let them pick their favorite meal for dinner one night.
15. Indoor Camping Night: Set up a tent indoors and have a camping night with stories and snacks.
16. Have a Pajama Day: Spend a day lounging in pajamas, watching movies, and playing games as a reward for their hard work.
17. DIY Treasure Hunt: Create a treasure hunt with small prizes hidden around the house.
18. Trip to the Zoo: Plan a day trip to the zoo as a reward for reaching a potty training milestone.
19. Potty Training Party: Throw a small party with balloons and streamers to celebrate their progress.
20. Build a Birdhouse: Build a birdhouse together as a reward for mastering potty training.
Going with the flow takes on a whole new meaning!
21. Make a T-shirt: Design and decorate a personalized t-shirt celebrating their potty training success.
22. Science Experiment Kit: Here’s a list of simple science experiments for 3 and 4-year-olds.
23. Family Game Night: Have a family game night with board games and snacks to celebrate progress.
24. Baking Together: Bake cookies or a cake together as a reward for reaching a potty training milestone.
25. Make Your Own Sundae Night – Give them all sorts of choices they can put on top of a scoop of their favorite ice cream.
26. Have a Talent Show: Host a talent show where they can showcase their talents as a reward.
27. Visit a Petting Zoo: Take them to a petting zoo to interact with animals as a reward.
28. Plan a Surprise: Surprise them with a special reward or activity to celebrate their potty training success.
29. Trip to the Park: Take them to their favorite park for some outdoor fun.
30. Personalized Stool: No pun intended! Decorate a step stool together as a reward.
31. Movie Night: Have a movie night with popcorn and their favorite film.
32. Playdate: Arrange a playdate with a friend as a special reward.
33. Special Outing: One of the best potty training rewards is to take them to a zoo, museum, or aquarium as a special outing.
34. Build a Fort: Help them build a fort with blankets and pillows for a fun reward.
35. Plan a Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt with small prizes hidden around the house or yard.
Sher Bailey is a writer in the Midwest who believes the power of humor, Mod Podge, and grandkids can fix most problems in life. You can find her at SherBailey.com.
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