First, let children participate in the process of making rules.

Participating in the formulation of rules is not only more conducive to children's knowledge and understanding of rules, but also can improve children's independent ability, enhance their sense of ownership, and help children abide by and implement rules. For example, at the beginning of the new semester, we put a lot of new operating materials in the area. Some children have an argument with their peers in order to get their favorite toys, which affects the relationship between friends.

Second, combine game activities to educate children about rules.

Games are children's favorite form of activity. Seize their interest, through role games, structural games and other activities, let children naturally accept many corresponding rules and requirements in the process of understanding the surrounding things and society, and avoid being divorced from reality. For example, playing "theater" games, focusing on cultivating children to abide by the rules of public order, let children know that they should keep quiet in public places such as theaters and libraries, and don't make loud noises or make noise, so as not to affect others.

Third, give children certain rights and limit their own violations.

Children understand the meaning of rules and accept the existence of rules, but it needs practice and reinforcement to internalize this understanding into habitual actions. Many rules are very detailed. Children just know that it is "an armchair strategist" not to practice and not to turn thoughts into actions.

Fourth, let children feel the joy of obeying the rules, understand the consequences of violating the rules, and bear certain responsibilities for them.

Rules are relative restrictions and constraints on freedom and space. It is a good norm and order, which can make people's activities go smoothly, give play to greater freedom and enjoy more fun. Children should not feel depressed, unhappy or unbearable when they obey the rules. To this end, we must first provide an adequate, reasonable and suitable space and a large number of rich materials, so that each child can find a suitable location and activity content and avoid unnecessary disputes and conflicts.

The last level of rule consciousness is that obeying rules has become an inherent need of people. In this realm, obeying the rules has become the second nature of human beings, and the external rules have become the internal quality of human beings. The transformation from norm to quality means that rules are no longer just an external compulsion on individuals, thus making people truly free in a sense.

In the words of Confucius, this is "what you want from your heart." You may think this requirement is too high, because it is Confucius who can reach this level. Actually, it is not. Abroad, almost everyone can do this.

Reference source. Baidu encyclopedia rule consciousness.