A Step-Wise Approach to Natural and Logical Consequences

Families often ask, “So, how do natural and logical consequences work in real-time?” Here’s a step-by-step example: 1. Consequences are proposed. When you have finished mowing the lawn, then you may go swimming. (Make sure swimming is something the teenager wants to do.) 2. You accept the child’s decision, follow through with consequences, and give…

Punishment vs. Natural and Logical Consequences

Families often ask, “What’s the difference between punishment and discipline using natural and logical consequences.” A few examples follow. Punishment expresses the parent’s authority. Logical consequences express choice. Example: TV blaring early on a weekend morning. Punishment: Turn off the TV right now or you’re grounded from TV! Logical: Allison, I realize you enjoy watching…

Principles for Using Natural and Logical Consequences

I wish I could take credit for inventing natural and logical consequences. This parenting tool has been around a lot longer than I have, but I have seen its miraculous impact on families. Here are some key principles for making it work for you. Set your child up for success.  Before using natural and logical…

Natural and Logical Consequences 101

The purpose of using natural and logical consequences is to help your child make responsible decisions, rather than to force submission. This method allows your child to choose and then to be accountable for his decision. When allowed to make their own decisions, most children learn from the consequences. Parents can use these opportunities to…

Journal Article Review Form

The journal article review form is designed for master’s level and Ph.D. level students to use to quickly review and maintain important information from journal articles assigned for review in class or used as part of your research. Download the Journal Article Review form. You are encouraged to complete your article review in the following…

Using a Daily Report Card for Classroom Behavior Problems

The Daily Report Card (DRC) can be a helpful tool to address the classroom behavior problems of children and teens. The DRC helps parents and educators collaborate to identify, monitor, and improve a student’s classroom behavior.

How To Successfully Answer Essay Questions

Essay questions require a clear and complete answer followed by concise supporting statements.  Some students struggle to provide a clear answer, while others fail to provide enough support.  To avoid these pitfalls, try these Student Success suggestions. Understand the Question  First, understand exactly what the teacher wants: read carefully to answer the specific question.  It…

Eight Tips for Answering Multiple-Choice Questions

On multiple-choice questions, students are supposed to select the “best” choice among a set of four or more options – not always an easy decision!  There can be multiple distracters within the multiple choices: qualifiers, off-subject items, look-alike items, and more can easily get students off track.  Try these Student Success strategies to improve your…

Five Tips for Answering True-False Questions

True-False Questions can be tricky!  These five easy-to-learn tips can help students experience more success on tests. (1) Understand True-False Questions A true-false question is a sentence that states some facts about a person, place, or thing. Few true-false items are written simply: the entire statement must be considered, so it’s important to read carefully…

Active Test Taking Strategies

After spending all that time preparing for your exams, it’s important to take tests actively so you can show what you know. Try these active test-taking strategies on the day of your exam.

An Active Test Prep Plan

Having an action plan for preparing for tests not only helps raise a student’s grades but can also raise his or her confidence in taking future exams.  Help your student implement this easy-to-use timeline, and put in enough effort needed to succeed. This is a sample of what students learn in Student Success and our…