Printable consequence chart
One row per situation. Two consequences you would really use. A name for who picks if you need a decider. A date to look again.
| Situation | Option A | Option B | Who chooses | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning routine | ||||
| Homework or reading start | ||||
| Screens off | ||||
| Chores | ||||
| Tone of voice | ||||
| Sibling conflict |
Child: ______________ Age: ______ Date we filled this in: __________
Keep the cells boring
“Screens wait until the start” fits in a cell. “You will be sorry” does not. If you cannot say the cell calmly, it does not belong on the fridge. The American Academy of Pediatrics’ HealthyChildren guide is a useful check: explain the consequence, follow through, and do not take away a meal.
When a row keeps failing, do not add a third, harsher column in marker. Change option A on the review date. The ahead-of-time guide walks through that meeting.