Raising Respectful Kids in a Rude World: Teaching Your Children the Power of Mutual Respect and Consideration [Paperback]

Dr. Gary D. McKay (Author), Daniel Eckstein Ph.D. (Author), Ph.D. Steven A. Maybell (Author)

Book Description

Release date: April 19, 2001

Empowering Techniques for Raising Kind Kids
Nobody likes rude kids. But you love your children and want them to be liked and appreciated for who they are. Your challenge as a parent is to raise respectful children who in turn deserve respect. So how can you develop caring and courteous children in this individualistic and often crass world? By creating an atmosphere of mutual respect, the foundation for effective human relationships.
Inside are practical methods and techniques for encouraging a two-way street of love and kindness with your children. You will learn how to parent the right way—for respect, with respect—and discover:
·Essential skills of parenting and teaching respect
·Constructive discipline methods that teach life skills
·Secrets to engendering compassion and tolerance in children
·Anger management and ways to address violent influences in society
·And much more!
"I confidently recommend Raising Respectful Kids in a Rude World. It's the best available resource for raising respectful, civil children of good character." —Len Sperry, M.D., PH.D., clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin

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Empowering Techniques for Raising Kind Kids
Nobody likes rude kids. But you love your children and want them to be liked and appreciated for who they are. Your challenge as a parent is to raise respectful children who in turn deserve respect. So how can you develop caring and courteous children in this individualistic and often crass world? By creating an atmosphere of mutual respect, the foundation for effective human relationships.
Inside are practical methods and techniques for encouraging a two-way street of love and kindness with your children. You will learn how to parent the right way?for respect, with respect?and discover:
·Essential skills of parenting and teaching respect
·Constructive discipline methods that teach life skills
·Secrets to engendering compassion and tolerance in children
·Anger management and ways to address violent influences in society
·And much more!
"I confidently recommend Raising Respectful Kids in a Rude World. It's the best available resource for raising respectful, civil children of good character." ?Len Sperry, M.D., PH.D., clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin

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Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Prima Lifestyles; 1 edition (April 19, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761528113
• ISBN-13: 978-0761528111
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #687,131 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gary D. McKay, Ph.D. (Tucson, Arizona) is the co-author of twelve books and programs, including HOW YOU FEEL IS UP TO YOU, RAISING RESPECTFUL KIDS IN A RUDE WORLD and SYSTEMATIC TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE PARENTING (STEP), the world's leading parent education program. He is a retired psychologist and a diplomate in Adlerian Psychology (North American Society of Adlerian Psychology -- NASAP) who conducts workshops for his publications in North America and Europe.

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Once in a while you discover a book that truly changes your August 22, 2002

By W. F. Peate, MD, MPH

Format:Paperback

"Wonderful resource for parents" L. Struthers, MD

Once in a very great while you discover a book that truly changes your worldview. Raising Respectful Kids in a Rude World by Drs. Gary and Joyce McKay, Eckstern, and Maybell, is such a book.
If you've ever wondered how to raise thoughtful, respectful, honest and peer-resistant kids in a breaking-down society this is the book for you. The doctors McKay and co-authors offer practical, user-friendly, easy-to-apply tips for any parent who seeks a better way to sanely and safely nurture children to adulthood. You'll enjoy their real-to-life scenarios and step-by-step approach to successful parenthood.
A must buy for every parent who cares.

W.F. Peate, MD, MPH
Associate Professor of Clinical Family and Community Medicine
Associate Professor of Public Health
University of Arizona, Arizona Health Sciences Center
Co-Director, Tucson Health Promotion Initiative
Director, Southwest Public Health Leadership Institute

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Child Guidance Galore! August 24, 2001

By "adlerpsy"

Format:Paperback

This is a compendium of help: All the parenting books rolled into one that's plain-spoken, loaded wtih examples, and organized for easy access so you can get the guidance you need now. Highly recommended.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A parents new best friend July 18, 2001

By Jana Lasota

Format:Paperback

As a mother of four children in todays world I applaud the authors of "Raising Respectful Kids in a Rude World." I found the examples and techniques offered to be practical and empowering in developing mutual respect between both parent/child and peers. I highly recommend this book to anyone who lives with, teaches, or loves a child and is looking for a way to strengthen and improve their relationship through mutual respect.