1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12
It's not easy being a parent. You want kids who listen and children you can enjoy. You want to raise happy and competent youngsters, but you don't have a lot of free time to read discipline and parenting books. You also don't need advice that requires you to be a saint, genius or professional psychologist. This new 3rd edition of the extremely popular 1-2-3 Magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight and proven experience. Dr. Phelan simplifies the...
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This revised edition of the award-winning 1-2-3 Magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight, and proven experience. The technique offers a foolproof method of disciplining children ages two through 12 without arguing, yelling, or spanking. By means of three easy-to-follow steps, parents learn to manage troublesome behavior, encourage good behavior, and strengthen the parent-child relationship—avoiding the "Talk-Persuade-Argue-Yell-Hit" syndrome which frustrates so many parents. Ten strategies for building a child’s self-esteem and the six types of testing and manipulation a parent can expect from the child are discussed, as well as tips on how to prevent homework arguments, make mealtimes more enjoyable, conduct effective family meetings, and encourage children to start doing their household chores. New advice about kids and technology and new illustrations bring this essential parenting companion completely up-to-date. Booklist An excellent, workable, and supportive resource for parents and educators.
Preface to the Third EditioniParenting: Not for the Faint of Heart!1Part IStraight Thinking1.Is It Magic?72.Stop Behavior and Start Behavior113.The Little Adult Assumption154.The Two Biggest Discipline Mistakes19Part IIControlling Obnoxious Behavior5.Counting Obnoxious Behavior256.Twenty Questions397.What to Do in Public558.Variations: Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums and Pouting639.The Kickoff Conversation67Part IIINo Child Will Thank you10.The Six Kinds of Testing and Manipulation7311.Counting in Action8712.More Serious Offenses97Part IVEncouraging Good Behavior13.7 Start Behavior Tactics11114.Up and Out in the Morning12715.Cleaning Rooms, Picking Up and Chores13316.Mealtimes14117.Homework and Practicing14718.Bedtime and Nighttime Waking15519.The Family Meeting16720.When Do you Talk?173Part VStrengthening your Relationship21.Your Child's Self-Esteem17922.Overparenting18323.Affection and Praise18724.Real Magic: One-on-One Fun19125.Active Listening19726.Your New Life205Index209
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