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Parent Resources for Pre-schoolers
I Brake for Meltdowns by Michelle Nicholasen; Barbara O'NealAny parent of a toddler knows the drill: you’re having a nice day with your child, then suddenly-meltdown! How to react? Or not react? I Brake for Meltdowns offers parents welcome relief: an annotated listing of all the exasperating things little kids do and step-by-step advice on how to handle each situation. From "Public Meltdowns” to "In Search of Sleep” to "Dinner Disasters,” this book covers every bugaboo by category-including biting, teeth-brushing, refusal to wear a coat, and what to do when your youngster won’t hug Aunt Marge. Handy action points, suggested language, and "Been There” sidebars point the way to resolution. Infused with funny, often commiserating advice, this is an invaluable resource for parents who try their darnedest but need a cheat-sheet for when they’re stumped by their willful tots.
Call Number: PA 649.64 NIC (MS/HS Library)
ISBN: 9780738211671
Positive Discipline for Preschoolers by Jane Nelsen; Cheryl Erwin; Roslyn Ann DuffyCaring for young children is one of the most challenging tasks an adult will ever face. No matter how much you love your child, there will be moments filled with frustration, anger, and even desperation. There will also be questions: Why does my four-year-old deliberately lie to me? Why won’t my three-year-old listen to me? Should I ever spank my preschooler when she is disobedient? Over the years, millions of parents just like you have come to trust the Positive Discipline series and its commonsense approach to child-rearing. Now completely updated to report the latest research in child development and learning, Positive Discipline for Preschoolers will teach you how to use methods to raise a child who is responsible, respectful, and resourceful. You’ll find practical solutions for how to:- Avoid the power struggles that often come with mastering sleeping, eating, and potty training - See misbehavior as an opportunity to teach nonpunitive discipline—not punishment - Instill valuable social skills and positive behavior inside and outside the home by using methods that teach important life skills - Employ family and class meetings to tackle behavorial challenges - And much, much more!This revised and updated third edition includes information from the latest research on neurobiology, diet and exercise, gender differences and behavior, the importance of early relationships and parenting, and new approaches to parenting in the age of mass media. In addition, this book offers new information on reducing anxiety and helping children feel safe in troubled times.
Call Number: PA 649.122 NEL
ISBN: 9780307341600
Raising Great Kids by Henry Cloud; John TownsendIn approaching parenting from both a developmental and spiritual direction, the authors show how biblical character includes competent functioning in areas such as relationship skills, tasks, ownership, responsibility and follow through, self-control, perseverance, delay of gratification, ability to
Call Number: PA 248.8 CLO
ISBN: 0310225698
Parenting by the Book by John RosemondWith a down-to-earth, warm, and humorous style, one of America's top family psychologists sets forth a virtually stress-free, biblically based system of childrearing that encourages family growth in harmony with God's Word. Picture respectful, responsible, obedient children who entertain themselves without television or video games, do their own homework, and have impeccable manners. A pie-in-the-sky fantasy? Not so, says family psychologist and bestselling author John Rosemond. In the 1960s, American parents stopped listening to their elders when it came to child rearing and began listening instead to professional experts. Since then, raising children has become fraught with anxiety, stress, and frustration. The solution, says John, lies in raising children according to biblical principles, the same principles that guided parents successfully for hundreds of years. They worked then, and they still work now! In this book you'll find practical, Bible-based advice that will help you be the parent you want to be, with children who will be, as the Bible promises;a delight to your soul; (Prov. 29:17).
Call Number: PA 248.845 ROS (MS/HS Library)
ISBN: 9781476718712
The 5 Love Languages of Children by Ross Campbell; Gary ChapmanMore than 1 million sold! You know you love your child. But how can you make sure your child knows it? The #1 New York Times bestselling The 5 Love Languages® has helped millions of couples learn the secret to building a love that lasts. Now discover how to speak your child's love language in a way that he or she understands. Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Ross Campbell help you: Discover your child's love language Assist your child in successful learning Use the love languages to correct and discipline more effectively Build a foundation of unconditional love for your child Plus: Find dozens of tips for practical ways to speak your child's love language. Discover your child's primary language--then speak it--and you will be well on your way to a stronger relationship with your flourishing child. For a free online study guide, visit 5lovelanguages.com.
Call Number: PA 649 CHA (MS/HS Library)
ISBN: 0802403476
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Pre-School Friendly Databases
Big UniverseThis link opens in a new windowA library of thousands of leveled eBooks with integrated tools for writing, listening, speaking, assessment, sharing, language use, and student management.
TumblebooksThis link opens in a new windowTumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by taking existing picture books, adding animation, sound, music and narration to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you.
Brain Pop Jr.This link opens in a new windowOffers curriculum-based movies and interactive features to be used in pre-school hrough third grade classrooms while studying health, reading, math, science, writing, and social studies.
PebbleGoThis link opens in a new windowHelp your Pre-schooler navigate the real world through this non-fiction databased of high interested people, places, animals, and more..
PebbleGo Animals
PebbleGo Earth and Space
PebbleGo Social Studies
Biographies