Consequences, as well, need to be logical and directly connected to the rule that was broken. If a student makes a mess during art time, the student should have to miss something favorable to clean up the mess. However, just taking away a recess or keeping the child from doing another fun activity is arbitrary and will just begin a power struggle with the student. Much like parenting, teachers must choose their battles. Consequences for every little rule infraction will soon become ineffective.