Mom, Dad Are You Listening? (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"...Elliott establishes guidelines for increasing household happiness and covers such issues as minimizing stress in the family environment..." -- Richmond Parents Montly

"...Elliott has developed a technique for building stronger relationships. It's called the Family Connection process, which is the thrust of his book..." -- Reno Gazette-Journal

"...This is a book for the times...You owe it to yourself to read a copy and give one to a friend." -- North American Book Dealers Association

"Every part of Sonnys book helps clarify the behaviors that are conducive to creating trust, openness and caring between people" -- Book Dealers World

"Here are tips on setting effective boundaries for children, what to expect in adolescence, working through such issues as trust..." -- The Book Reader

Product Description

You may think you listen to what your children are saying. But do you really? Do you have the tools and know-how to help your children be open with you? Learning how to listen is your key to building trust and respect among all family members. Mom, Dad Are You Listening? shows you how to begin making "The Family Connection" today.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 186 pages
• Publisher: Skystone Publishing (September 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964889552
• ISBN-13: 978-0964889552
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,107,630 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works With My Students!, January 8, 2000

By	Susan S. Roncone (Vista, California) - See all my reviews

Sonny Elliott's communication techniques allow anyone to express their feelings without fear of reprisal. His techniques have allowed my ESL (English as a Second Language) students to communicate verbally, improve their mastery of the language, and share their hopes and fears as immigrants to this country. It has enabled them to relate to one another in what educators call "authentic" language. In order for learning to occur, the subject content should be meaningful to the student's life, thereby "authentic". Elliott's techniques described in his book facilitate the language process, empower the student, and engender a feeling of connectedness to others using the process. Bravo for Sonny Elliott. Parents and educators take note!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Practical guide for bridging the communication gap with kids, November 1, 1999

By	Joan Garbo (Houston TX) - See all my reviews

Sonny's interpretation of his own, sometimes tragic experiences, in childhood, are inspiring and validating of the human spirit's intention to make a difference in life. Beyond the story of his life, he creates a practical step by step process for children and parents to communicate with each other with respect and dignity, and to expand their experience of love.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fascinating Option for Increased Family Communication!, October 30, 1999

By	Ann Hilliard (Lakeland, Florida) - See all my reviews

Mr Elliott has written a book full of powerful personal examples that illustrate a method of increasing communication within the family unit. More than another "self-help" book for families in crisis, this book offers not only advice, but a specific system for helping all family units be more open and communicative. I was impressed at the emphasis on "Listening" and "Understanding" and will recommend this to my friends with children of all ages!