Having small children at home is an eternal exercise in patience and diplomacy. If you are trying to tame tantrums or encourage certain behaviors just by yelling or punishing them, you’ve probably noticed that it rarely works. Reward systems are a more efficient way of dealing with children. This approach encourages behavioral modification in children through positive reinforcement.
There are no magic formulas, and you will have to customize the system according to your child’s age, personality, and interests – but it would be a gentler and more holistic approach to teaching a child right from wrong.
Let’s take a look at how it works and at some starter tips for using a reward system as a teaching tool.