52 Positive Discipline Parenting Tools in 52 Weeks
52 Positive Discipline Parenting Tools in 52 Weeks Take the 52 Parenting Tools in 52 Weeks Challenge. This is a fun way to stay focused on Positive Discipline all year long. We hope you will participate and post comments about your own experiences. You can get a copy of the Positive Discipline Parenting Tool Cards and/or download the App […]
A History of Positive Discipline
A History of Positive Discipline Positive Discipline is based on the philosophy and teachings of Alfred Adler and Rudolph Dreikurs. I was not privileged to study under either of these great men, but I would like to acknowledge the people who introduced me to the Adlerian approach. It has changed my life and greatly improved […]
FOCUS ON SOLUTIONS
FOCUS ON SOLUTIONS Many parents and teachers have reported that power struggles are greatly reduced when they focus on solutions. Focusing on solutions creates a very different family and classroom. Your thinking and behavior will change, and so will the thinking and behavior of your children. The theme for focusing on solutions is: What is the problem and […]
Family Chores
Family Chores By Brad Ainge, Co-Author of Positive Discipline Parenting Tools Children learn life skills, develop social interest, and feel capable by helping out at home. 1) Brainstorm a family job list together. 2) Create fun ways to rotate jobs, such as a job wheel with a spinner, job charts, or a job jar for “fishing” […]
Follow Through With Children
Follow Through With Children by Jane Nelsen A Positive Discipline Tool Card Julie complained that her four-year-old son, Chad, is very responsive and cooperative with his father about going to bed, but when she puts him to bed and tries to leave, Chad yells for her to come back and wants her to lay down […]
Agreements – A Positive Discipline Tool Card
Agreements – A Positive Discipline Tool Card Why don’t children keep their agreements? Could it be that sometimes parents and teachers say, “This is what we are going to do. Do you agree?” When the question is asked in an authoritarian manner that doesn’t leave room for discussion, children often shrug in agreement, which really […]
Teach Children What to Do
Teach Children What to Do An excerpt from the book Positive Discipline The First Three Years. This tool is also referred to as “Do vs Don’t.” Children under the age of three do not understand “no” in the way most parents think they do. (And, a full understanding of “no” doesn’t occur magically when the child […]
NATURAL CONSEQUENCES
NATURAL CONSEQUENCES by Dr. Jane Nelsen A Positive Discipline Parenting Tool Card A natural consequence is anything that happens naturally, with no adult interference. When you stand in the rain, you get wet. When you don’t eat, you get hungry. When you forget your coat, you get cold. No piggy backing allowed. Adults piggy back […]
Avoid Pampering
Avoid Pampering Parents make a mistake when they pamper in the name of love. Pampering creates weakness because children develop the belief that others should do everything for them. One of the greatest gifts you can give your children is to allow them to develop the belief, “I am capable.” Children feel capable when they […]
Compliments Create a Positive Atmosphere in Homes and Classrooms
Compliments Create a Positive Atmosphere in Homes and Classrooms by Jane Nelsen Compliments and appreciations bring us closer together. Finding ways to compliment your children can be a very valuable parenting tool. So often we are focused on what our children have done wrong. This week focus on what your children have done right and […]
