 Here's another triple P positive parenting tip brought to you by Russell Child Development Center. Ground rules are an effective way of teaching your child what to do. The ground rules work best if there are not too many of them, typically between three and five. The rules should also tell the child what to do rather than what not to do. It could also be helpful for your child if you write the rules down or draw them out so the child can refer back to them when needed. Remember to praise your child for following the rules and back up rule breaking with a practice of the rule or time out.