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We have seen the enemy . . . and they are small. If anyone understands why children behave the way they do, it's psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman. Equipping you with seven principles of Reality Discipline, this father of five shows you how to
get kids to do what you want them to do
foil finicky eaters, turn off temper tantrums, and minimize sibling rivalries
use authority and decisiveness to show your kids you're not a pushover
know when to take the little buzzards by the beak
set suitable allowances, curfews, and privileges
put yourself back in the driver's seat
Outline Review As the title indicates, Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours is a book with a friendly, lighthearted approach. Author Kevin Leman (The New Birth Order Book) speaks directly from his experiences as a father of five and a practicing psychologist. While you won't find specific studies or statistics here, you will find straightforward, practical suggestions that often get right to the heart of troubling situations.
Leman's technique, which he refers to as "reality discipline" is based on a particular passage from the Bible, and his book is liberally sprinkled with his religious beliefs. These references will make this book a particular favorite for some readers; his stance that parents' authority comes directly from God is a fundamental principle of his text, and some parents may prefer a less evangelistic approach. That said, it's hard to disagree with suggestions such as "train yourself to be a good listener" and "give your children direct eye contact." Nearly every suggestion is coupled with a real-life example of the behavior in discussion, making for an easy read, and every chapter ends with questions labeled "to review and apply" as well as a short section of concepts to put into practice. The section dealing with divorce suggests you make a list of the chapter's suggestions you find difficult and create a plan to implement them. Leman assumes that anyone reading this book can find the time to create such plans themselves, and doesn't provide his readers with any step-by-step charts. If you're not up to creating your own action plans, you may prefer a more detailed form of help than this book offers. --Jill Lightner
Item Specifications...
ISBN 159859561X EAN 9781598595611
Weight: 0.4 lbs.
Release Date Jun 8, 2009
PublisherOasis Audio
Availability 3 units. Availability accurate as of Mar 22, 2010 07:50.
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This is a great book for parents. It should be read early on in the parenting process. Many doable suggestions are given.
Highly effective! Oct 23, 2008
Leman does it again. This book tells it like it is and gives us a great alternative to whatever it is we are doing that is not working! I could have done with a few less sports analogies, but overall this is a great, quick read with some very effective techniques.
Excellent Book Oct 15, 2008
This book is for every parent whether their child is difficult to raise or not. Easy read and many examples to help you implement the discipline.
Helpful, enlightening, good readiing Aug 28, 2008
This is a great book for anyone who wants to know how to get children to understand discipline.
What on earth is wrong with these kids today... Jul 21, 2008
....probably you will see yourself in this book and help your child become all they were meant to be. Help yourself and your kids, give it a read.
We have seen the enemy . . . and they are small. If anyone understands why children behave the way they do, it's psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman. Equipping you with seven principles of Reality Discipline, this father of five shows you how to
get kids to do what you want them to do
foil finicky eaters, turn off temper tantrums, and minimize sibling rivalries
use authority and decisiveness to show your kids you're not a pushover
know when to take the little buzzards by the beak
set suitable allowances, curfews, and privileges
put yourself back in the driver's seat
As the title indicates, Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours is a book with a friendly, lighthearted approach. Author Kevin Leman (The New Birth Order Book) speaks directly from his experiences as a father of five and a practicing psychologist. While you won't find specific studies or statistics here, you will find straightforward, practical suggestions that often get right to the heart of troubling situations.
Leman's technique, which he refers to as "reality discipline" is based on a particular passage from the Bible, and his book is liberally sprinkled with his religious beliefs. These references will make this book a particular favorite for some readers; his stance that parents' authority comes directly from God is a fundamental principle of his text, and some parents may prefer a less evangelistic approach. That said, it's hard to disagree with suggestions such as "train yourself to be a good listener" and "give your children direct eye contact." Nearly every suggestion is coupled with a real-life example of the behavior in discussion, making for an easy read, and every chapter ends with questions labeled "to review and apply" as well as a short section of concepts to put into practice. The section dealing with divorce suggests you make a list of the chapter's suggestions you find difficult and create a plan to implement them. Leman assumes that anyone reading this book can find the time to create such plans themselves, and doesn't provide his readers with any step-by-step charts. If you're not up to creating your own action plans, you may prefer a more detailed form of help than this book offers. --Jill Lightner
