In life there are rules--at home, at school and in the community. It’s important to have rules in a family for order and peace to exist. When all family members help make the rules, children take the responsibility of helping to set their own limits. Families should gather together and decide on family rules. Then the rules need to be obeyed by all family members.
When children help create family rules and consequences, when they disobey, they are disobeying rules which they once agreed upon. When it becomes necessary for parents to enforce rules and consequences, it is best to be kind and firm at the same time. Gentle words and loving actions show kindness.
With everyone helping, create some family rules. Then decide on consequences for obedience or disobedience to the rules.
∙ Have one person write down all ideas suggested.
∙ Everyone should have a chance to share their ideas about what would be good rules for your family.
∙ Remember to keep your rules few and simple.
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