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better behavior
through loving
discipline
As your children
grow up, its natural for them to challenge you. Sometimes, it
seems easier to just let them have their way. But all kids need
limits, they all need parents to guide them.
discipline works
best with balance of love, respect, clearly defined rules and
understanding. Here are some secrets of discipline.
Make the rules
clear: Children do the best when they know what to expect. Talk
about family rules, explaining the consequences early like " put
your bike away when your finished riding it. If you don't you
wont be allowed to rife the next day." As your youngsters learn
to read write down the rules and put them on the refrigerator as
a reminder.
Be consistent and
firm: You can expect your kids to "test" the rules from time to
time. When they do try stand your ground and apply set
consequences. Being firm and consistent lets them know that you
mean business.
Give positive
feedback: Try to focus more on your children's right actions
than their wrong one's. This will encourage them to try even
harder to behave. So, when you see behavior you'd like repeated,
Let your kids know like saying "thanks for hanging up your coat
and backpack".
2008
resource for educators, a division of aspen publishers, inc.
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