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by Naomi Drew (Author)
Internationally respected and recognized educator Naomi Drew offers the first proven action plan for conflict resolution by parents at home. The strategies in "Peaceful Parents, Peaceful Kids" are based on the revolutionary program Drew developed for the classroom. She uses concrete situations, hands-on examples and testimonials from real mothers and fathers to guide parents through:
-- Helping children cope with stress
-- Giving children the skills to talk over problems instead of fighting about them
-- Helping children be calmer, more cooperative and ultimately happier.
This invaluable, accessible resource explains:
-- How to stop angry outbursts and bickering
-- An "on-the-spot" tool to reclaim calmness instantly, any time, any place
-- Kids' favorite ways of cooling off and reducing upset and anger
-- Active listening -- five simple principles that foster understanding and self-esteem
-- Conflict resolution -- six steps for turning tears and frustration into win/win outcomes
-- And much more
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THE MOST IMPORTANT PARENTING BOOK YOU'LL EVER READ!
What can you do to help your children cope with stress? How can you give them the skills for talking over problems, instead of fighting about them? Where can you find time to help your kids be less volatile, more cooperative, and much happier? Naomi Drew, renowned educator and leader in conflict resolution, has the answers.
In PEACEFUL PARENTS, PEACEFUL KIDS, Ms. Drew brings the same revolutionary action plan she developed for the classroom to parents everywhere. Illustrated by concrete situations, hands-on examples, and testimonials from real-life mothers and fathers, this must-read guide gives you techniques that include:
-- How to create a "put-down-free zone" and stop angry outbursts
-- An "on-the-spot" tool to reclaim calmness instantly, any time, any place!
-- Kids' favorite ways for cooling off and reducing upset and anger
-- Active listening -- five simple principles that foster understanding and self-esteem
-- Resolving conflicts -- six steps for turning tears and frustration into win/win outcomes
-- And much more!
