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The 6 Cs of Discipline |
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Tim Graves, M.S.Ed. |
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& Concise What do you want the child to do? Get to the point, stating your expectation briefly and positively. For example, when your child darts down the aisle of grocery store, simply say "walk" instead of "don't run, I've told you ten-thousand times not to run. You're going to hurt yourself if..." Follow you words with simple action such as taking the child's hand.
Consistent Expectations must be consistent, from day to day, from parent to parent or adult to adult, and with the specific child's needs and personality. For example, if you expect your toddler to carry her plate to the kitchen sink after meals today, you need to expect her to do it tomorrow.
Compassionate Children are learning and growing and it's difficult--show you know this. Express affection and love unconditionally. For example, give hugs for no reason. For example, when your 3-year-old--who knows not to scream in the house--involuntarily screams when excited, a simple reminder may be more appropriate than a full-blow timeout.
Calm Lose control and so will the children. Avoid emotional responses whenever possible. For example, when your 2-year-old has used his new markers on the wall again, a calm "Markers go on paper" while handing him paper is much more effective than screaming and bringing yourself and your child to tears.
Creative Stop banging your head against the wall and try something new. If after a reasonable attempt, the strategy isn't working, try something new. Different children may require different strategies. For example, maybe time-out did work with her older brother when he grabbed toys from others but it may not work for her. If after two weeks of consistently trying this technique, no change occurs, it is time to look for other approaches.
Courtesy Use "please" and "thank you" freely. Children learn what they see and hear. For example, say please when you make a request or give a direction to your infant, toddler, or young child and be sure to say thank you when they comply. Children who hear adults using courtesies and who have courtesies used with them will tend to use them themselves.
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