The Year-Round Parent

by Simon, Mary Manz

• ISBN13: 9781569552292
• ISBN10: 1569552290
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-01-01
• Publisher: Gospel Light Pubns

Summary

Parenting is not only a full-time job, it's a year-round responsibility, In this practical handbook, you will find practical advice and solid encouragement to help make the most of opportunities to parent more effectively--from January to December.

Table of Contents

Introduction
January: New Year's Resolutions	p. 11
Five ways to reduce stress
Positive parenting checklist
Chase the midwinter doldrums
Tips to maximize learning
February: Counting the Ways of Love	p. 23
Listen for "love"
Nurture cross-generational relationships
Should I give my child an allowance?
March: Parenting Kids in Transition	p. 33
Giving your family a sense of balance
Tips to help you cope with change
Making good use of transitions
April: Communicating Effectively	p. 43
Ten tips to trigger talking
Facing tough issues
Three types of challenging questions
May: Summer Safety	p. 53
Becoming a proactive parent
Support people important to your child
June: Getting a Handle on Summer	p. 63
Tips to simplify your days
Four tips to avoid cleanup conflict
July: Halfway There	p. 71
Moving toward the home stretch
Nourish yourself spiritually
"Are we there yet?"
Cherish the memories
August: Scheduling for Success	p. 83
Carpooling that works
Get involved!
Build a support system
September: Supporting Your Children	p. 93
Three important "s" words
Encourage self-reliant behavior
October: Elections and Traditions	p. 103
Elections and traditions
Building everyday traditions
It's beginning to look a lot like
November: Fiscal Fitness	p. 113
Saving, spending, and giving
"Thanksliving."
December: How to Enjoy Christmas, Really!	p. 123
Tips for a blessed Christmas
Enjoying the twelve days of Christmas
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