1-2-3 Magic has helped millions of parents, teachers, and caregivers all over the world establish an effective, appropriate discipline system that helps children listen better and motivate themselves to behave well. Dr. Thomas Phelan is an internationally renowned expert in his field and has broken down the elements of effective parenting into an easy-to-understand program that can work for any family or in a classroom or caregiving scenario.
Recommended by parenting experts for over twenty years, 1-2-3 Magic is a cornerstone book in the parenting category that combines timeless advice with fresh, up-to-date anecdotes and content, and is a must-have book for any caregiver hoping to raise happy, healthy, responsible kids.
By:
Thomas Phelan
Imprint: Sourcebooks
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 6th
Dimensions:
Height: 230mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 311g
ISBN: 9781492629887
ISBN 10: 149262988X
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 02 February 2016
Audience:
General/trade
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Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
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Professional and scholarly
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ELT Advanced
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Children's (6-12)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
CONTENTS Preface Introduction: Parenting: Long Hours, No Pay, Excellent Benefits Part I: Building a Solid Foundation for Parenting Chapter 1: Orientation to the Parenting Profession Chapter 2: Your Job as a Parent Chapter 3: Challenging the Little Adult Assumption Chapter 4: Avoiding the Two Biggest Discipline Mistakes Part II: Controlling Obnoxious Behavior: Parenting Job 1 Chapter 5: Getting Results through Counting Chapter 6: Advice for Nearly Any Counting Challenge Chapter 7: Disciplining Your Child in Public Real-Life Story 1: The Case of the Temper Tantrum Terrorist Chapter 8: How to Handle Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums, Pouting, and Lying Real-Life Story 2: The Incredible Case of the Traveling Troublemakers Chapter 9: Getting Started with Counting Part III: Managing Testing and Manipulation Chapter 10: Recognizing the Six Types of Testing and Manipulation Chapter 11: Tales from the Trenches Part IV: Encouraging Good Behavior: Parenting Job 2 Chapter 12: Establishing Positive Routines
Reviews for 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12
If you are a parent of young kids I do recommend that you pick up this book for a read as it would help you understand more about how to cope with your children during their outbursts. - <strong><em> Dominique's Desk</em> </strong>
