HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN & LISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK

by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

Any parent or teacher will know how challenging it can be to nurture children of any age. In this book, parenting experts Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish present a down-to-earth, respectful approach to parenting. This is built on the child-rearing philosophy of Dr. Haim Ginott, with additional insights, steps, techniques, examples and tips developed from decades of real-world application.

In this practical guidebook, you'll learn:

• The 6 essential skillsets (with examples, tips and exercises) for communicating effectively with children of all ages;

• The 4 approaches to help children to deal with their feelings;

• The 5 skills to gain cooperation without negative feelings;

• How to use several alternatives to punishment that're more effective in influencing behaviors;

• The 7 ways to encourage autonomy and nurture children who are independent, responsible and competent;

• How to give descriptive praise in a way that'll shape their children’s self-image and esteem;

• The 6 skills to free children from playing roles based on the "labels" they're given

Who should read this:
• Parents, teachers, educators and people working with children.
• Anyone who wants to become better at improving their communication or parenting skills.