Seeking Books Regarding Discipline for Toddlers

How to have a new kid by Friday by Dr Kevin Leman

I just purchased a book called 1,2,3 Magic at my pediatricians office. I have stared reading it and it is awesome. I highly remcommend this book to all parents with kids ages from 2-12. I am sorry I dont know the authors name but ask your pediatricain. Hope this helps!

I like 1-2-3 Magic, but quite frankly, any book will work as long as you remain CONSISTENT with your expectations and follow through with your consequences.

My sons pediatrician recommended a book called "123 Magic" & it really hits some good topics!! I got it at Borders or Barnes & Nobles...If you stick to what it says it really does work!!

"Unconditional Parenting" by Alfie Kohn
It talks about why kids are doing things and it's not just to "test us" or tantrums just for tantrums sake. How to work with your children and teach them, with out doing to them, such as spanking or even time-outs.
But, one thing you might consider is to check any book out from the library before you go spend money on it. Make sure that it is going to be the best fit for you and your style.

Toddler Wise is a great book.

I'm reading "Screamfree Parenting" and "Keys to Parenting Your Two-Year-Old." I haven't finished either yet. So, I will update as I get into them a bit more...

I sell Usborne Books and we have books you might be interested in. We have a new series of books by Kane-Miller.

The Little Princess Series has six books-I don't want to go to bed, I want my potty, I want my tooth, say please, wash your hands, I want my pacifier. Check out the other books. These books are all different . They are from different countries and deal with different subjects.

Other books we have:Cautionary Tales Set- Give that back,Jack, Don't be a bully,Billy, Don't tell lies, Lucy, Don't be greedy, Graham, Say Please Louise. Our Farmyard Tales Series is really nice. Entertaining and Educating "Babies and Toddlers". First Experiences Series. Jobs People Do. Check out the other books. For boys we have pirates, dinosaurs, truck, cars, Hunt and find books, touchy-feely books, arts and crafts and various reading books for the different levels. Etc.

Here is my website:
www.ubah.com/T2267

J. R.
Educational Consultant
Usborne Books and More

E.....The book I use is the Bible. You can check out this: Proverbs 22:15; Proverbs 22:6; Proverbs 23:13-14. Good luck It is not easy. I do believe in spanking. You could also try sitting in the corner.

What book to turn to will depend on your parenting style and philosophy. There are many good suggestions made by others, but they cover a variety of perspectives. For exapmle, if you do not believe in spanking, I would second what some others have suggested and look at books by Dr. Sears, and avoid anything by Rosemond or Dobson. If you are OK with spanking, well, you get the picture...

THE THINGAMAGIG BOOK OF MANNERS. I used this in teaching pre-school, too. Cute so it keeps their attention. You have OPTIONS as to how to "handle" or respond to a situation. Helps them think as well as keep them entertained.

I really like "What to Expect the Toddler Years" by Eisenberg, Murkoff and Hathaway. Good luck!!!

E.,

I would advice to read the book "Nanny 911: Expert Advice for All Your Parenting Emergencies" that you can buy online for less than $11, or watch some episodes of the show "Nanny 911". It's a book written by a group of experienced British nannies who provide very cool tips on how to keep your kids in control without hurting their self-esteem.
Hope it will help.

Try a wonderful book called CREATIVE CORRECTION by Lisa Whelchel (from "Facts of Life" fame). She also has a website: www.creativecorrection.com.

Here's a blip about it: Drawing from her own family's experience and through her interaction with other parents, Lisa Whelchel offers creative solutions for parents who are desperate for new, proven approaches to discipline. In addition to advice on topics such as sibling conflict and lying, Whelchel offers a biblical perspective and down-to-earth encouragement to parents who are feeling overwhelmed. A handy reference guide with ideas for specific situations rounds out this resource that will be a blessing to parents and their children.

Discipline to Last a Lifetime, by Dr Ray Guarendi

He has a radio show "The Doctor is in" and his website is:

www.drray.com

God Bless,

M.

I have 2 boys going through the some of the same issues a friend recommended abook called "Don't Make Me Count to Three" by Ginger Plowman. It is very good. It is Bible based I have gotten in 2 chapters and already am using things that are working. Good luck..

I recommend these books:

Any book by Dr. John Rosemond.
Dare to Discipline or Raising Boys by James Dobson.
Book by Jo Frost (Supernanny)
Nobody Said it Would be Easy by Dan Kiley

Sorry I cannot remember a couple of titles but these are all very good.
Read them and pick what works for you.

Adventures in Gentle Discipline by Hilary Flower and 123 Magic by Thomas Phelan were great for me! Evertything I needed to arm myself were in those two books! Good luck!

AH...toddlers:)
I like everything Dr. Sears rights. No physical discipline, no yelling and screaming, just learning how to communicate effectively with your children. I recommend "The Discipline Book".

Any of the books written by Jim Fay and Charles Fay are great:

-- Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood
Practical Parenting from Birth to Six Years
Let Jim Fay and Charles Fay, Ph.D., help you start your child off right

-- From Innocence to Entitlement
A Love and Logic Cure for the Tragedy of Entitlement

-- Tickets to Success
With lighthearted real-life examples, Jim Fay shares his parenting techniques

-- Helicopters, Drill Sergeants and Consultants
Parenting Styles and the Messages They Send

-- I've Got What It Takes
Every parent wants their child to say, “I’ve got what it takes.”

Check out www.loveandlogic.com. Good luck!

The Incredible Years, ages 2-8, by Carolyn Webster-Stratton

Making the Terrible Two's Terrific by John Rosemond. And just a clarification - he doesn't really believe in spanking. He doesn't condemn it, but he does believe that most parents use it incorrectly when they do it. Good luck!

E. -

I always loved the book "SOS! Help for Parents". I used this when I was working as a social worker and doing parenting classes with families at risk. I thought it was easy to read and practical. It was written by Lynn Clark, Ph.D. There may be something newer and better by now - I think it was written in 1996. I think I paid $12 for it.

L. L.

Book "Parent Power" by John Rosemond is excellent.
When dealing with your kids, talk calmly and be consistent. Mean what you say. So if you say "if you don't stop that we are going home" and they don't, then go home. If you say "you're going to be in your room the rest of the day" and they still act up, follow through with it. Time out in separate beds is a good punishment for this age. If they are throwing a tantrum, a swat to the rear and then timeout works well. (the swat is to get their attention and make them calm down immediately)