1-2-3 Magic Effective Discipline for Children 2-12

Name: 1-2-3 Magic Effective Discipline for Children 2-12
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ISBN: 9781889140438

ISBN-10: 1889140430

ISBN-13: 9781889140438

Edition: 4th

Authors: Thomas W. Phelan

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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…

Book details

List price: $14.95
Edition: 4th
Publisher: ParentMagic, Incorporated
Publication date: 10/1/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.704
Language: English

Thomas W Phelan PhD is a clinical psychologist and lives in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.



Preface to the Fourth Edition


Introduction Job Available: Long Hours, No Pay, Excellent Benefits



Thinking Straight



Orientation to The Parenting Profession



Your Three Parenting Jobs



The Little Adult Assumption



The Two Biggest Discipline Mistakes



Controlling Obnoxious Behavior (Job #1)



Counting: Simple But Not Easy!



Frequently Asked Questions



Out in Public



Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums and Pouting


9



Managing Kids'Testing and Manipulation



The Six Types of Testing and Manipulation



Counting in Action



More Serious Problems in Tweens



Encouraging Good Behavior (Job #2)



Establishing Positive Routines



Up and Out in the Morning



Cleaning Up and Chores



Suppertime



Homework



Going to Bed-And Staying There!



Strengthening Your Relationship With Your Children (Job #3)



Sympathetic Listening



Real Magic: One-on-One Fun



When Can You Talk?



Solving Problems Together



Kids, Tweens and Tech



Enjoying Your New Family Life



Staying on the Wagon



Your New Life


Appendix: Further Readings & Resources


Index


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