Raising Your Spirited Child Workbook: The Companion to the National Bestseller-Understanding Triggers and Eliminating Power Struggles (Spirited Series)

ISBN: 0060952407

Author: Kurcinka, Mary Sheedy

Condition: Used

The Essential CompanionWorkbook to the National Bestseller Raising Your Spirited ChildIn this companionworkbook, Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, Ed.D., brings readers into her world-famousworkshops, where she offers parents and educators insights, emotional supportand proven strategies for dealing with spirited children. The key word thatdistinguishes spirited children from other children is "more" -- moreintense, more persistent, more sensitive, and moreuncomfortable with change. Through exercises, observations and dialogue fromactual groups, Dr. Mary helps readers learn to identify the triggers that leadto tantrums and challenging behaviors.In this workbook,you will find:Clues to help you identify the little things thatcan make or break a dayTips for profiling your child's temperament and yourownCues that indicate intensity is risingSuccessful strategies for reducing and eliminatingpower strugglesBy combining theintuition and compassion gained from parenting a spirited child with the wisdomof an expert who has worked with thousands of families, Mary Sheedy Kurcinka,Ed.D. helps parents and educators view their unique challenge withperseverance, flexibility, sensitivity, and, most of all, enjoyment.