چگونه با کودکان صحبت کنیم تا گوش دهند و چگونه گوش دهیم تا صحبت کنند

Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, internationaly acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children, give advice on how to talk productively with children in the interest of harmony and cooperation Overview: Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish "are doing for parenting today what Dr. Spock did for our generation" (Parent Magazine). Now, this bestselling classic includes fresh insights and suggestions as well as the author's time-tested methods to solve common problems and build foundations for lasting relationships, including innovative ways to: Cope with your child's negative feelings, such as frustration, anger, and disappointment -- Express your strong feelings without being hurtful -- Engage your child's willing cooperation -- Set firm limits and maintain goodwill -- Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline -- Understand the difference between helpful and unhelpful praise -- Resolve family conflicts peacefully. Enthusiastically praised by parents and professionals around the world, the down-to-earth, respectful approach of Faber and Mazlish makes relationships with children of all ages less stressful and more rewarding You can stop fighting with your children! Here is the bestselling book that will give you the know-how you need to be more effective with your children—and more supportive of yourself. Enthusiastically praised by parents and professionals around the world, the down-to-earth, respectful approach of Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish makes relationships with children of all ages less stressful and more rewarding. Now, in this thirtieth-anniversary edition, these award-winning experts share their latest insights and suggestions based on feedback they’ve received over the years. Their methods of communication—illustrated with delightful cartoons showing the skills in action—offer innovative ways to solve common problems. You’ll learn how to: * Cope with your child’s negative feelings—frustration, disappointment, anger, etc. * Express your anger without being hurtful * Engage your child’s willing cooperation * Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill * Use alternatives to punishment * Resolve family conflicts peacefully This time Nim's the fish-out-of-water as she stows away on a cruise ship to save her kidnapped sea lion friend. Accompanied by her likeable iguana, Fred, the island girl lands with a splash in Manhattan, on the run from of a very Bad Guy, and on her way to reunite with her friend, cowardly adventure novelist Alex Rover. Kids who are interested in animals and animal welfare will enjoy this warmhearted story's combo of suspenseful high-seas happenings, New York City excitement, and family drama.From the Hardcover edition. This time Nim's the fish-out-of-water as she stows away on a cruise ship to save her kidnapped sea lion friend. Accompanied by her likeable iguana, Fred, the island girl lands with a splash in Manhattan, on the run from of a very Bad Guy, and on her way to reunite with her friend, cowardly adventure novelist Alex Rover. Kids who are interested in animals and animal welfare will enjoy this warmhearted story's combo of suspenseful high-seas happenings, New York City excitement, and family drama. From the Hardcover edition Content: A letter to readers -- How to read and use this book -- Helping children deal with their feelings -- Engaging cooperation -- Alternatives to punishment -- Encouraging autonomy -- Praise -- Freeing children from playing roles -- Putting it all together -- What's it all about, anyway? -- Some books you may find interesting -- For further study -- Index. After Alex leaves the island, and Selkie the sea lion is kidnapped, Nim accidentally stows away on the cruise ship that took Selkie, in the hopes of rescuing her and bringing Alex back Faber and Mazlish offer skills based on new psychological insights, their own experience as parents, and what they have learned from parents throughout the country -- from cover The authors relate ways which parents can improve their communication skills with their children