Kids Who Laugh
Kids Who Laugh

Author: Louis R. Franzini

Publisher: Square One Publishers, Inc.

Published: 2013-04-24

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 0757050085

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While some children are born with an innate sense of humor, for most kids, humor is a learned behavior. Kids Who Laugh is the first book to examine the psychology of humor in children and explore the many benefits that this characteristic has to offer, including self-confidence, coping skills, creativity, self-control, and more. Most important, it offers the actual tools that parents can use to give their child the gift of laughter.

The Survival Guide for Kids with Behavior Challenges
The Survival Guide for Kids with Behavior Challenges

Author: Thomas McIntyre

Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing

Published: 2013-08-08

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1575425548

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Many kids and teens have challenges when it comes to behavior. In this revised edition of his time-tested book, Thomas McIntyre provides up-to-date information, practical strategies, and sound advice to help kids learn to make smarter choices, make and keep friends, get along with teachers, take responsibility for their actions, work toward positive change, and enjoy the results of their better behavior. New to this edition are an “Are you ready to change?” quiz, updated glossary and resources, and a fresh organization and design. This is a book for any young person who needs help with behavior. A special section at the back addresses diagnosed behavior disorders. Survival Guides for Kids Helping Kids Help Themselves® Straightforward, friendly, and loaded with practical advice, the Free Spirit Survival Guides for Kids give kids the tools they need to not only survive, but thrive. With plenty of realistic examples and bright illustrations, they are accessible, encouraging, kid-friendly, and even life-changing.

Raising the Challenging Child
Raising the Challenging Child

Author: Karen Doyle Buckwalter

Publisher: Revell

Published: 2020-01-07

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1493421204

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What's the worst you've ever faced as a parent? An all-out tantrum at the mall? A son who won't take out his earbuds to listen to you? A daughter who's failing at school and won't do her homework? A teen who constantly breaks curfew? A call from the police? Whatever you're dealing with, Raising the Challenging Child will help. Building on their work at Chaddock, a nonprofit organization that has worked with some of the most challenging kids in the nation for more than 150 years, the authors empower frustrated parents with practical tips and real-life examples on how to - minimize behavioral meltdowns - reduce conflict - increase cooperation - promote healthy attachment - improve family relationships The strategies they share work both for the child who is going through a difficult phase brought on by life disruption or trauma, and for the child who faces chronic struggles. Parents, teachers, and those who work with children and youth will find positive, practical steps they can start taking today in order to understand and address the baffling behavior of the child under their care.

It's. Nice. Outside.
It's. Nice. Outside.

Author: Jim Kokoris

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2015-12-08

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1250036062

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It's. Nice. Outside. explores that universal tension between being a parent and keeping true to yourself. In this laugh-out-loud, heartbreaking, generous family novel, Jim Kokoris returns to the heartfelt writing of The Rich Part of Life. Meet John Nichols. He's 50-something years old, an ex-basketball player, ex-author, ex-philanderer, ex-husband, ex-high school English teacher. And he's father to three: two overachieving adult daughters, and 19 year-old Ethan, who will never be an adult. John's oldest daughter is getting married, and as the whole family travels from their homes in New York and the Chicago area, John is secretly preparing for a life-change that will alter his family's hearts forever.

How Can I Laugh When Nothing’S Funny
How Can I Laugh When Nothing’S Funny

Author: Crystal Scott-Lindsey LMFT M.A. B.S.

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2018-09-21

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1546254900

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I am confident that you will hold dear and utilize the knowledge and resources in this reading material and that these principles will continue to resoundingly ring in your heart and mind, holding you together so that you will not fall apart and sink to that sunken place that depression prepares for you. The battle will always remain between your two ears and in your heart, impacting your mind and your emotions, but have no fear. You possess the power of mind to overcome. Perception and perspective both matter, and both of these qualities can determine the difference in your response. You will always be challenged, but you will get through and win!

Raising Godly Children
Raising Godly Children

Author: Anthony Dickerson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2012-06-01

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1105635856

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Written by the dad, mom and children, the reader benefits from the unique perspective of not only what it is like to attempt to raise godly children, but also what it is to be raised with the goal of being godly. By applying the principles found in this book, you will be able to help your children to: Grow in their intimacy with God, Exceed levels of expectation, be their best, Discover God's special purpose for their lives, Believe in themselves, Have joy through difficulties, Serve according to their Spiritual Gifts, Pray and read their Bible daily, Trust God, Watch less and better television, Forgive always and reconcile when possible, Eat more balanced meals, Be gracious, Work harder and do their chores, Observe all promises, Honor their parents, Argue less, Choose their friends more carefully, Better handle peer pressure, Not be bullied, Increase their financial responsibility, Fulfill the Great Commission, Develop to their MAXimum POtential.

Checklist for Life for Moms
Checklist for Life for Moms

Author: Thomas Nelson

Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM

Published: 2005-03-27

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1418579394

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Checklist for Life is the ultimate handbook for living a successful, joy-filled life. Checklist for Life for Moms offers insight into issues that are specific to the challenges moms face every day. In addition to a brief narrative, each chapter of this interactive handbook features: An "I Will" checklist of heart and attitude reinforcements. A "Things to Do" checklist of action points. A "Things to Remember" section of Scripture verses and applicable quotes from famous and not-so-famous people Topics addressed include time management, sibling rivalry, career decisions, and family rules, to name a few. In all, there are insightful narratives, Scriptures, quotations, and checklists on 66 topics. The practical, inspirational content plus the attractive two-color text design and unique cover make this a book moms will want to own and give as a gift.

Challenges of the Firefighter Marriage
Challenges of the Firefighter Marriage

Author: Anne Gagliano

Publisher: Fire Engineering Books

Published: 2018-04-13

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1593704461

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In Challenges of the Firefighter Marriage, author Anne Gagliano, the widely read Fire Engineering and FireLife.com columnist, has teamed up with her husband, Captain Mike Gagliano, to share their 30-plus years of personal experience on how marriage can thrive in the chaotic world of firefighting. In addition, they have called upon well-known and respected couples who share their stories of comfort and guidance for firefighter families everywhere. What you will learn: Aspects of this occupation that differentiate it from any other and how these impact marriage Essential conversations every firefighter couple should have The reality of sleep disruption and how to minimize its impact The importance of healthy intimacy in your relationship Why finances can be such a problem and ways to make it a solution Advice on how to deal with time off, kids, firefighter health, and so much more

Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions in Educational Settings
Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions in Educational Settings

Author: Ray W. Christner

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-06-19

Total Pages: 672

ISBN-13: 1136486976

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Schools and school staff play a critical role in the cognitive, behavioral, emotional, social, and interpersonal development of children and adolescents. This second edition of Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions in Educational Settings teaches readers to think strategically about the individual and plan for effective and specific interventions based on the student’s age, developmental level, and presenting problems. It is written by forward-thinking, established professionals whose writing represents the state-of-the-art in cognitive behavioral interventions in educational settings, and presents evidence-based interventions for a variety of issues commonly seen in schools. Including both innovative and well-established approaches, they offer assessment methods and interventions for a variety of issues and concerns faced by school-aged youth. The use of case studies and session outlines, as well as the balance of theoretical and clinical concerns, enhances this book’s value as a reference for both clinicians and students. New to this edition are topics on cyber-bullying, parent and school consultation, school-wide positive behavioral support, and bipolar disorder. This is the ideal reference for those who wish to select and utilize precise interventions in school settings.

Teach My Kid- I Dare You!
Teach My Kid- I Dare You!

Author: Sherrell Bergmann

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-11-07

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 1317925432

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This book shows you how to positively involve parents to raise student achievement. It offers 10 steps for designing a comprehensive parent involvement program to increase communication between students, parents, and schools. The authors offer practical strategies and activities for involving all parents, monitoring under-involved parents, balancing over-involved parents, and assisting parents in urgent situations.