The Pocket Parent

It's instant relief for when your 2-year-old is on the floor of the toy store, pitching a fit. Or when brother and sister discover that they can't stand each other. Or when your son can't say no to video games.

The Pocket Parent is, literally, a pocket-size book of tried-and-true advice, common sense, parental wisdom, and sanity. Written by two professionals who've reared six children between them and made a career out of helping others with parenting issues, this handy book will be a lifesaver for every parent of a 2-to-5-year-old. It begins with an overall view of the Pocket Parent approach to discipline. Based on unconditional love but firm limits, and aimed at keeping the child's dignity and self-esteem intact, here are strategies that include I statements, modeling, family meetings, and one word requests. Once the ground rules are set, the guide moves to an A-to-Z compendium of common problems. Just look it up-Anger, Bad Words, Biting, Chores, Doctor Visits, Fears at Night, Lying, Separation Anxiety-and find the Sanity Savers list of suggestions, easy-to-follow bullets, anecdotes, and more.

For the bag, glove compartment, backpack, or shelf in the kitchen, it's there for you whenever you need it.

Author: Gail Reichlin, Caroline Winkler
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Published: 04/01/2001
Pages: 379
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 8.02h x 4.02w x 0.91d
ISBN13: 9780761121824
ISBN10: 076112182X
BISAC Categories:
- Family & Relationships | Parenting | General