With more than 3 million copies in print of their beloved bestselling parenting bible ("The Boston Globe") "How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk," Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish s down-to-earth, respectful approach to parenting has improved the lives of countless families across the world. Now, the authors wisdom and advice is collected in this concise, new edition of "How to Be the Parent You Always Wanted to Be "an essential paperback and audio guide to their widely embraced and empowering methods of parenting uniquely designed for busy parents on-the-go.
Featuring fresh stories, illustrations, and exercises to sharpen your parenting skills, Faber and Mazlish address struggles parents face every day: How do we foster mutually respectful relationships with our children? How do we encourage their self-confidence and mitigate their anger? How do we communicate effectively in a culture saturated with put-downs, threats, bullying, and negativity? Loaded with practical wisdom and proven communication techniques, Faber and Mazlish share simple skills that make relationships with children of all ages less stressful and more rewarding.
Author Biography
Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish are #1 "New York Times" bestselling and award-winning authors whose books have sold more than five million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. The authors group workshop programs and videos are currently being used by thousands of parent and teacher groups around the world. They currently reside in Long Island, New York and each is the parent of three children.