At Discovery School we regularly use class meetings to provide examples of co-operation, respect and responsibility. The purpose of a class meeting is to give compliments, help each other, solve problems and plan events. This method of positive discipline can be carried into your home as well. Many of us were raised with punishment rather than discipline.
Positive discipline uses natural and logical consequences.
A natural consequence is anything that happens naturally, without parental interference. When you forget your coat on a cold day, you will be cold. A logical consequence can be discussed in a family meeting. Rather than rescuing her it is decided that Sally will be hungry if she forgets her responsibility. Children are also extremely resourceful.