Separate the children without questioning the children. Send both to time-out in separate rooms or separate corners. Another option is to send one child outside. Praise Praise your child for playing with other children in a friendly way and for settling verbal disagreements themselves. Model Solve problems without hitting or yelling.
Spouse abuse condones physical fighting among children.
Also avoid favoritism, which contributes to sibling fighting. It doesn't look nice. If your child spits on another person, use immediate time-out. If your child spits anywhere else, place him or her in time-out. Praise Praise your child for not spitting in situations where he or she previously spit.