Natural and Logical Consequences

Abstract

Use this tool to guide you in using natural and logical consequences with your child. Discipline is a method of teaching children life-long responsibility and acceptable behaviors. Punishment on the other hand, tends to force children to behave a certain way and does not allow for children to be responsible for their own behavior. The use of natural and logical consequences when children make mistakes or misbehave allows for discipline that teaches responsibility and life-long learning. Below are some examples of natural and logical consequences. Think about how these can be used with your child.