The Parent's Handbook: Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

by Don C. Dinkmeyer Sr., Gary McKay, Don C. Dinkmeyer Jr., et al.

Book Overview

One of the country's most popular parenting guides. Helps parents meet the challenges of raising a family today. The Parent's Handbook shows parents how they can become more knowledgeable, confident... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0785411887
• ISBN13: 9780785411888
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: American Guidance Service
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Loved This Book!

I recommend this book to any parent, whether just beginning the process or several years into the experience. I did not purchase it until my son was five, but I've learned a lot from it. Now, instead of panicking every time he challenges me, I remember what I've learned and go from there. Wish someone had recommended it to me earlier. I can see myself changing into a more positive parent, instead of a negative one. The book does take it step-by-step as the title indicates. Every page has so much information on it, I still refer back to it again and again.

Susan Ashley, Ph.D. Author of The ADD and ADHD Answer Book

A gold standard for basic parenting. I have recommended this book to my clients in my practice for over 15 years. Teaches time tested practical parenting skills for every parent....not just ones with difficult children. If readers can also take a class along with reading the book the usefulness of this "how to" parenting book is really enhanced.

A 25-year-old success story !

The concepts in this book work --- our now 25-year-old daughter is proof of it. We used the 1976 edition of this book, and we are now ordering a more current version for her to use with her 3-year-old son. Our advice to parents with strong-willed children: HANG IN THERE! You will find that some techniques work better than others --- each child is a unique individual. The process is often a rocky road, but the rewards are wonderful. These children grow up to be exciting, self-motivated adults!

Earlier edition good, but the 97 edition is better

I've read both the 89 and the 97 editions of The Parent's Handbook. I found the 97 edition much easier to read and much better organized.I've recommended this book to several of my friends at church. Those who've read it report it was really helpful.

This book makes a difference on how parents should focus.

I was going through a divorce and needed to find ways to help my two girls and find ways to deal with their behavior , some which was associated with the divorce. My oldest daughter, nine years old could tell I was doing something different. She even commented to me on this. She actually was glad to see the efforts I was putting forth on improving my parenting skills. The ideas were logical and then offered reasoning as to the benefits which could be observed. I definitely saw the benefits when applying the ideas. The book was easy to follow in steps and as a parent really made me think. Rather than focus on what I thought my wife should be doing regarding the girls, I focused on me and how to improve as a parent and father. Now I plan to get this book for my wife so she can pick up on the ideas. We have finally gone past the nasty stage and now are trying to communicate amicably for the sake of the girls.This book makes you think about yourself and look for behavior changes in the right areas. It helps the parent to be responsible for his/her own actions or reactions in order to better communicate with their children. Let me stress the communication means both; listening - talking and acting - reacting. Another major key was how I truly saw myself getting better as a parent. The book helped me to focus on common skills, we all have, thereby improving my relationship with our girls. As a father I truly felt I was able to help my daughters with their personal life challenges. Even if I only recognized their feelings. In essence, their challenges were my opportunities. Doesn't every parent want a chance to be a better parent?