Positive Discipline A-Z: 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems [Paperback]

Jane Nelsen Ed.D. (Author), Lynn Lott (Author), H. Stephen Glenn (Author)

Book Description

Series: Positive Discipline | Publication Date: May 7, 1993

As a parent, you face one of the most challenging—and rewarding—roles of your life. No matter how much you love your child, there will still be moments filled with anger, frustration, and, at times, desperation. What do you do? Over the years, millions of parents just like you have come to trust the Positive Discipline series for its consistent, commonsense approach to child rearing. In this completely updated edition of Positive Discipline A–Z, you will learn how to use methods to raise a child who is responsible, respectful, and resourceful. You’ll find practical solutions to such parenting challenges as:

- Sibling Rivalry
- Bedtime Hassles
- School Problems
- Getting Chores Done
- ADHD ·Eating Problems
- Procrastination
- Whining
- Tattling and Lying
- Homework Battles
- And Dozens More!

This newly revised and expanded third edition contains up-to-the-minute information on sleeping through the night, back talk, and lack of motivation as well as tips on diet, exercise, and obesity prevention, and new approaches to parenting in the age of computers and cell phones.

Editorial Reviews

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Authors Nelsen, Lott, and Glenn have produced a tirelessly upbeat and optimistic approach to disciplining kids. They cover planning ahead to prevent problems, understanding kids (and parents), and life skills for kids. They offer a number of pointers for parents and some general suggestions. Even with so many books on the topic already available, it's still encouraging to find these nonpunitive, constructive solutions. Jo Peer-Haas

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“I love your books (personally and professionally). As the mother of
an almost-four-year-old and a one-year-old, I am working on incorporating PD ideas into my parenting, and we look forward to starting family meetings soon!”
—Janet Frick, associate professor, Department of Psychology, University of Georgia

“The Positive Discipline series has empowered me and my husband to be the kind of parents we want to be day-in and day-out in the face of any and all circumstances. What really struck a chord . . . is that the concepts are simply and clearly presented chapter by chapter in easy-to-read language regarding real-life everyday scenarios. Thank you very much for the contribution you have made to my family’s lives.”
—Mary S. McMahon

“Thank you so much for all of the wonderful parenting tools—we have a much happier family since discovering your books!”
—Krista Schelhaas

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Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Prima Lifestyles; 3rd printing edition (May 7, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1559583126
• ISBN-13: 978-1559583121
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,087,473 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A lot of great take-aways, March 6, 2009

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This review is from: Positive Discipline A-Z: 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems (Positive Discipline Library) (Paperback)

Since reading this book (~30 days ago), I have put three suggestions into play at our house.

1) "I notice..." As in, "I notice it took you 15 minutes to brush your teeth. Do you want to tell me about that?" Followed up with listening. Or, "I notice that you have not eaten your carrots. What is your plan?" My very verbal four-year-old has started saying it to me -- wow! He said, "Mommy I notice that you forgot to read me a story. I want to choose it today."

2) Choices. As in, "Good morning, darling! (hug) You told me you'd like to make your own lunch today. You can choose to get ready for school quickly and come make your lunch, or you can take your time and I will make it all by myself. I'll start making lunches at 7:15. I love you, sweetie! (kiss) Don't forget breakfast is at 7:30! Yumm yumm!" Or like this, with a pre-schooler: "Tomorrow is crazy-shirt day at school. Do you choose this shirt or this shirt? Great choice! I'll hang it on your hook so you can get ready all by yourself in the morning."

3) Make sure you are in the same room before making requests of children. I have mentally added ("or husband") at the end of that statement. This has cut down on a lot of me repeating myself, which makes me a happier mom!

The whole act-don't-talk philosophy is lovely. I'm getting a lot of mileage out of it. And I use this phrase all the time: "You kids are very creative. I'm sure you'll imagine a way to get that done. I can't wait to hear how you work it out!" It has put a quick stop to tattling and arguing.

As a rule, I believe that parents need to be in charge at home. Parents set the tone for the whole family. This book will help you do that.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Super practical, non-preachy, excellent advice, June 10, 2007

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This review is from: Positive Discipline A-Z: 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems (Positive Discipline Library) (Paperback)

I was a bit skeptical at first, wondering how a Q and A format could possibly be sufficient. Would the book be full of pithy, useless, empty, overly-general advice? No, in fact, it gets right to the point and is relevant and helpful. I'm very impressed with the thoughtful discussion of many of the most difficult parenting problems. It has become on of the first places I turn for advice.

More importantly, because it is quick and easy to read, my husband is willing to read it too, which helps us stay on the same page when it comes to discipline.

29 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A resource every parent should use., February 22, 1999

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This review is from: Positive Discipline A-Z: 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems (Paperback)

As a mother of three and one who differs greatly with my husband about discipline, this book is a wonderful tool to use. With two teen-agers and one who thinks she is, I find this book extremely helpful (even with my husband and in all honesty, for myself as well). Great reading, easy!