It's not easy being a parent. You want kids who listen and children you can enjoy. You want to raise happy and competent youngsters, but don't have a lot of free time to read discipline and parenting books. You also don't need advice that requires you to be a saint, genius or professional psychologist.

The 3rd edition of the extremely popular 1-2-3 Magic program addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight and proven experience. Dr. Phelan simplifies the job of parenting in three straightforward steps:

Step 1: Controlling Obnoxious Behaviour: Learn an amazingly simple technique to get the kids to STOP doing what you don't want them to do (whinging, arguing, tantrums, sibling rivalry, etc.).

Step 2: Encouraging Good Behavior: Learn several effective methods to get your kids to START doing what you want them to do (cleaning rooms, picking up, going to bed, homework etc.).

Step 3: Strengthening Your Relationship: Learn four powerful techniques that reinforce the bond between you and your children.

In 1-2-3 Magic you will also learn how to manage the Six Kinds of Testing and Manipulation, how to handle misbehaviour in public and how to avoid the Talk - Persuade - Argue - Yell - Hit Syndrome. You'll also discover how your silence can speak louder than words.

Read this book today and you'll be back in charge of your home tomorrow!

"An excellent, workable, and supportive resource for parents and educators."
-Irene Wood, American Library Association, Booklist