He has a doctorate in child psychology, but his writing is very down to earth. Based on the bestselling parenting book 12 3 magic. This program also has a group format, for those who wish to learn more in a group setting. This is a book for parents of children between approximately ages two and twelve. For decades, millions of parents from all over the world have used the awardwinning 1 2 3 magic technique to raise happier families and put the fun back into parenting. I highly recommend this book to any parent who is spending more time yelling at or nagging their children than smiling at and laug. In fact, you might say 1 2 3 magic is the only discipline program we know based on the fact that parents talk too much. This revised edition of the awardwinning 1 2 3 magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight, and proven experience. Page 1 of 3 12 3 magic thomas phelan, 4th ed summary prepared by dr. I think it 1 2 3 magic is an improvement for some parents because it forces them to. Jul 15, 2016 this feature is not available right now.
By means of three easytofollow steps, parents learn to manage troublesome behavior, encourage good behavior. We want to help parents raise wellbehaved, happy, competent kinds and put the fun back in parenting. The book teaches an easytofollow technique for discipline that involves counting to three to either get a child to stop an unwanted behavior or start the desired behavior. At 12 3 magic parenting, we want to help parents raise wellbehaved, happy, competent kids and put the fun back into parenting. You may also wish to watch the dvds, which follow the book s main objectives 1. C ounting 12 3 to get kids to listen is a popular strategy especially among parents of young children. The problem is, it really doesnt work longterminstead, it teaches kids to do the opposite of what we want them to learn. Apr 18, 2017 read thoroughly the parenting book 1 2 3 magic. Has anyone had experience with the discipline strategies put forth in the book 1 2 3 magic by thomas w phelan. You wont need to study child psychology to understand the three simple steps in the program and get results quickly.
Is the 1 2 3 magic strategy for disciplining effective. Within just two chapters it changed my parenting and i absolutely love this method. Based on the bestselling parenting book 12 3 magic and adapted for a christian lifestyle. For decades, millions of parents from all over the world have used the awardwinning 12 3 magic technique to raise happier families and put the fun back into parenting. Jul 20, 2018 parents have said that the most powerful 123 magic learning experience is the video formatted content. Effective and easy to use 123 magic puts parents in charge, and helps build closer, and happier families. Phelan goes through several scenarios to help the reader understand how to implement the counting method with their children. Find out more about the popular book 123 magic and learn how it may be able to prevent and address your childs behavior problems. At 123 magic parenting, we want to help parents raise wellbehaved, happy, competent kids and. Jan 28, 1995 it is always hard to fully implement the parenting techniques given in any book, because your situation never seems to quite fit the mold.
This book is really helping me take back that control of my home and has greatly improved my relationship with my toddler as a result. Threestep discipline for a calm and godly household 1 2 3 magic for christian parents by thomas phelan and chris webb. Effective discipline for children 212 by thomas phelan book summary by lily talley hi parents. Thanks for sharing how you have applied 12 3 magic into your household routine. All i have to say is that the ideas in this book really work it really is like magic its such a relief to not feel. Thomas phelan, creator and author of 123 magic parenting program, explains the best way to handle whining. The 12 3 magic program is easytolearn and it works. Recommended by parenting experts for over twenty years, 1 2 3 magic is a cornerstone book in the parenting category that combines timeless advice with fresh, uptodate anecdotes and content, and is a musthave book for any caregiver hoping to raise happy, healthy, responsible kids.
According to 1 2 3 magic, the job of parenting consists of three tasks. Thomas phelan, creator and author of 1 2 3 magic parenting program, explains the best way to handle. Effective discipline for children 2 12 advice on parenting 4 by phelan, thomas isbn. We simply desire the survival of the mother at the end of this long journey. Nov 01, 2003 the awardwinning, best selling 1 2 3 magic book provides practical and easytolearn parenting techniques that work for children ages 2 12. I love the ideas in most of them but actually instigating the changes rarely happens. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It helps adults gain control of their own emotions and eliminates a lot of talking.
Positive parenting effective child discipline 123 magic. Our mission is to help parents raise wellbehaved, happy, competent youngsters and put the fun back into parenting. This revised edition of the awardwinning 123 magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight, and proven experience. Phelan, phd is an easy to read book about effective discipline for children 2 12 years old. It means exactly what it says 12 3 you give them one warning when they are doing something undesirable then you start counting. May 30, 2019 the 1 2 3 magic approach to discipline can be effective for other caregivers too. The book focuses on how to discipline your kids, without spanking, yelling, or arguing. We have had some success using 1 2 3 magic, but there was certainly no magic to it.
The problem with counting 123 positive parenting solutions. Emotional turmoil and excessive talk do not make for good discipline. Effective discipline for children 212, which i promptly bought and began to follow. Solid, helpful, just not quite as magical as the 12 3 books for parents of younger kids. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read 123 magic. I highly recommend this book to any parent who is spending more time yelling at or nagging their children than smiling at and laughing with them. Heres the video youll want to use to get the dads involved. Day care providers and teachers may benefit from the book.
Phelans entertaining seminar presentations and reallife family vignettes on the two dvds. Its 12 3 magic winner of the national parenting publications gold award and with over 875,000 copies sold, the 12 3 magic program is a step by step guide on effective discipline for kids aged 212. Effective strategies to tame tantrums, overcome challenges, and help your child grow. Based on the bestselling parenting book 12 3 magic and adapted for a christian lifestyle 12 3 magic made parenting fun again. I have a lovehate relationship with parenting books. Temper tantrums range from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, and breath holding. Great parenting book but i have to admit, i think i have now had my fill for a while on. Its likely to be most effective when all of a childs caregivers follow the program.
Help your teens grow into the very best versions of themselves. The 123 magic value packages give you everything you need to get started using the 12 3 magic parenting program at home with your family. Encouraging good behavior, independence and selfesteem video, and 1 2 3 magic. Apr 06, 2016 1 2 3 magic is a fabulous book for parenting. Effective and easy to use 12 3 magic puts parents in charge, and helps build closer, and happier families. The technique offers a foolproof method of disciplining children ages two through 12 without arguing, yelling, or spanking. Includes english and spanish12 3 magic made parenting fun again. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app.
Thats what sold me on his book and the main reason i recommend it. I just finished this book and it has some great tips. Threestep discipline for a calm and godly household 1 2 3 magic for christian parents. Moni ravi for the university of toronto, faculty of medicine, hub psychiatry, 2014. The freind who recommended 12 3 magic put it best in saying that it is important that parents have control of the home not toddlers. Its 1 2 3 magic winner of the national parenting publications gold award and with over 875,000 copies sold, the 1 2 3 magic program is a step by step guide on effective discipline for kids aged 2 12. Aug 28, 2012 one parenting book that ive come to enjoy is 123 magic.
These classes take place in public settings, such as hospitals and schools. Thomas phelan, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience working with children, it offers the busy parent tried and. Managing difficult behavior in children 2 12, video, more 1 2 3 magic. Another total, nuclear, ballistic meltdown and screaming fit. Effective and easy to use 1 2 3 magic puts parents in charge, and helps build closer, and happier families. Learn how your silence speaks louder than your words. I highly recommend this book to any parent who is spending more time yelling at or nagging their children than smiling at and.
My threeyearold has become a different little girl, and she is so much happier now. Phelan explains how to better understand your teenager, which problems are not worth fighting over, and why your childs behavior likely matches the definition of a normal adolescent. Phelans humorous and entertaining seminar presentation, a live audience, and reallife family vignettes, our on demand videos focus on a variety of parenting solutions. All i have to say is that the ideas in this book really work. I highly recommend buying the book and then reading these notes. Review of 123 magic by thomas phelan talking to toddlers.
I tell every mom i know about how its healthy and effective methods of discipline have helped transform the way i deal with tantrums, bad habits, and defiance without all the yelling, arguing, and spanking. One parenting book that ive come to enjoy is 12 3 magic. Page 1 of 3 123 magic thomas phelan, 4th ed summary prepared by dr. Recommended by parenting experts for over twenty years, 123 magic is a cornerstone book in the parenting category that combines timeless advice with fresh. This revised edition of the awardwinning 12 3 magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight, and proven experience. Moni ravi senior child subspecialty resident hospital for sick children, toronto parenting philosophy. To ask other readers questions about 123 magic, please sign up.
The 12 3 magic approach to discipline can be effective for other caregivers too. The 1 2 3 magic program keeps parents in charge and is proven to be effective, produces results quickly, and is the only parenting program based on the fact that parents talk too much. Through engaging illustrations and a storybook format, 123 magic for kids lays out the program in a way thats relatable for kids of all ages. When my husband and i first thought about having kids, we actually said, we arent going to be those parents who count, because up until that time we had only ever seen parents screaming 110 in the malls and never actually following through on their counting threat. I emailed a handful of trusted mommy friends, and several people recommended 123 magic. I just finished this book and it has some great tips on parenting. Communicate, connect, and guide your teen to adulthood as want to read. This awful feeling, in turn, can produce horrible screaming matches and sometimes even physical abuse. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
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