Positive Discipline A-Z: 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems, Revised Edition

by Jane Nelsen, et al. (2007, Prima, 16.95)
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Alphabetically organized for easy access, this comprehensive parenting manual offers parents advice on hundreds of parenting problems, such as temper tantrums, sibiling rivalry, ADD, shyness, eating problems, bedtime hassles, and school problems. [7” x 9”...352 pages]

Why Won't My Child Listen?

by Myra Grisdale, et al. (2006, Simon & Schuster, 14.00)
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Written by experts in early childhood development and psychology, they present a new approach to parenting. Along with advice and practical tools on how to build self-esteem, nurture children's spirit, communication and the importance of play, this book explains in simple terms the workings of the brain and, using the principles of the Brain Gym, how you can encourage your child to grow into a happy, well-adjusted adult. [6.5” x 8”...281 pages]

Simple Secrets of Parenting: Easy as ABC

by John Baucom (1997, Child Welfare League, 9.95)
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This book distills the hard-learned art of parenting into 26 principles—one for each letter of the alphabet. From “Accept Your Child” to “Zero in on Your Own Family,” this well-written book is packed with useful, practical advice any parent can use right away. [9” x 9”...64 pages]

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families

by Stephen Covey (1997, Golden Books, 15.00)
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The popular author imparts practical advice on solving common family dilemmas. Convincing information is presented here on the benefit of incorporating activities, meetings, and games that involve all members of the family. Such activities help to create a spirit of understanding, support, and enthusiasm. A parenting library classic. [6.5” x 9”...390 pages]

Pressured Parents, Stressed-Out Kids: Dealing with Competition While Raising a Successful Child

by Wendy Grolnick and Kathy Seal (2008, Prometheus Books, 17.95)
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Leading child researcher Grolnick and educational and parenting journalist Seal offer this illuminating and accessible guide to channeling competitive anxiety into positive parenting. [6" x 9"...290 pages]

Activities That Teach Family Values: Helping Parenting Move from Lecturing to Sharing

by Tom Jackson (1998, Red Rock Publishing, 14.95)
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Here are 52 fun and easy-to-do activities that really make a difference in families. The activities cover the areas of caring, cooperation, honesty, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and service to others. These activities provide a way for parents to share beliefs and values without lecturing, and to build strong relationships with children. Grades 1-12. [6” x 9”...221 pages]

Cheap Psychological Tricks for Parents

by Perry Buffington (2003, Peachtree, 9.95)
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A psychologist and bestselling author shows parents how to outsmart their kids. And, keep a measure of control in the household using 62 child-rearing tricks and techniques based on current research in the field of behavioral psychology. Illustrated, and plenty of fun here! [6” x 7.5”...180 pages]

When Parents Ask for Help: Handouts for People Raising Adolescents

by Renie Howard (2003, Search Institute, 29.95)
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With this book of reproducible handouts, you can help parents and other caregivers answer their most frequently asked questions in an upbeat and positive way. It's packed with handouts that speak directly to parents of teens about the real dilemmas they face. Each reproducible handout reframes a situation from a positive, developmental approach, giving parents plenty of encouragement and hope through practical ideas. [8.5” x 11”...144 pages]

Mom, I Got a Tattoo: The Survival Guide to Raising a Teenage Daughter

by Janet Irwin & Susanna de Vries (2001, Robins Lane Press, 12.95)
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Answers pertinent questions about teenage girls' behavior. The things they do, how to encourage them to stay on track, and what to do when they take a misguided step. [5.5” x 8.5”...128 pages]

10 Most Common Mistakes Good Parents Make*: (*& How to Avoid Them)

by Kevin Steede (1998, Prima, 12.95)
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This book shows parents how they can become actively and constructively involved in the lives of their children—instead of surrendering leading roles to the media and their children’s peers. It emphasizes that being a parent is not something you are—it is something you do. This is a great workshop...all between the covers of a book! [5.5” x 8.5”...178 pages]

Parent Talk: How to Talk to Your Children in Language That Builds Self-Esteem & Encourages Responsibility

by Chick Moorman (2003, Fireside, 13.00)
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The ultimate communications course for parents, packed with new, highly effective ways of presenting the comments, suggestions, questions, and commands that they direct at their children every day. 15 illustrations. [5.5” x 8.5”...304 pages]

The Secret Language of Children: How to Understand What Your Kids Are Really Saying

by Lawrence Shapiro (2004, Sourcebooks, 14.95)
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Shapiro provides the keys that will open the door to an entirely new way for parents to relate to their children. Written in a practical and informal style, his book provides parents with techniques to help them be more effective in communicating with their children. [6” x 9”...349 pages]

SOS! Help for Parents: A Practical Guide for Handling Common Everyday Behavior Problems

by Lynn Clark (2005, Parents Press, 14.00)
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Here you will find some of the most practical help around for parents of two to twelve-year-olds. The focus is on methods for helping children to improve their behavior and adjustment. The author claims that good and bad behavior are both learned. He also maintains that behavior can be “unlearned.” A major emphasis of the book is centered around using the “Time-Out” concept toward discipline. Grades PreK-6. [6” x 9”...246 pages]

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