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Article: Disciplining campers: being fair and effective.
- Article from:
- Camping Magazine
- Article date:
- July 1, 1997
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1997 American Camping Association. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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"Daniel won't follow directions."
"Tyler is out of control."
"Ashley is a wild child."
"Melissa will not listen."
"I can't deal with Thomas."
"Ugh, what do I do?"
Discipline is a way of lite where children are present. In every recreation program and camp, one of the major demands placed on directors and counselors is discipline. The key to handling this issue well is being prepared, which starts with having a plan and understanding different techniques that work.