Developing Positive Behavior at Camp: Contain-Discuss-Plan

Effective work with children is the cornerstone of camper retention in any summer program. The quality of this work depends, in part, upon an effective program for maximizing positive behavior and minimizing behavioral difficulties or crises. This article describes the unique context of the camp environment in relation to the establishment of good child-centered practices for behavior and prosocial development. The authors describe an approach developed by staff of and consultants to The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and discuss the consultant's role in aiding and monitoring behavior programming.