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1-2-3 magic in the classroom : effective discipline for pre-K through grade 8 / by Phelan, Thomas W.,1943-author.(CARDINAL)435874; Schonour, Sarah Jane,author.(CARDINAL)689715;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 252-256) and index.Part I: Building a solid foundation for classroom discipline -- Part II: Managing undesirable behavior: classroom discipline step 1 -- Part III: Managing testing and manipulation -- Part IV: Encouraging good behavior: classroom discipline step 2 -- Part V: Strengthening your relationships with your students: classroom discipline step 3 -- Part VI: Tips for using 1-2-3 Magic at different grade levels -- Part VII: Collaborating with administrators -- Part VIII: Looking forward.Shows teachers how to establish and maintain good management habits in their classrooms through an easy-to-understand program. Topics include : How to encourage courteous classroom behavior and constructive work habits ; How your personality affects your teaching style; How to effectively manage transition times with your class; Successful methods for handling assemblies, recess, lunchtime, and field trips; and, How to communicate productively with parents.
Subjects: School discipline.; Classroom management.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 4
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1-2-3 magic teen : communicate, connect, and guide your teen to adulthood / by Phelan, Thomas W.,1943-author.(CARDINAL)435874;
Introduction: meet the snub -- Straight thinking -- Appreciating adolescence -- What's normal? -- Risky business -- Diagnosing your own reactions -- Your new job description -- Don't take it personally -- Making sense of the snub -- "Don't take it personally" in action -- Manage and let go -- Six kids : intervention examples -- Establishing house rules -- Managing the big four risks -- Your teens have their MBAs! -- Possible intervention roles -- Stay in touch -- What not to do : the four cardinal sins -- What to do -- Take care of yourself -- The midlife parent -- How to take care of yourself -- Relax and enjoy the movie -- Boomerang kids -- The future -- Appendix : managing other issues -- Index -- About the author.From rule-breaking and risk-taking to defensive communication and disrespect, parenting a teenager can feel like modern warfare, but it doesn't have to be that way. In 1-2-3 Magic Teen, Thomas W. Phelan explains how to better understand your teenager, which problems are not worth fighting over, and why your child's behavior likely matches the definition of a normal adolescent. With helpful, straightforward advice backed up by research and parent-tested strategies, 1-2-3 Magic Teen will help you establish a calmer, more respectful home and family life and show you how to guide your teenager into healthy, functional young adulthood.
Subjects: Parent and teenager.; Discipline of children.; Parenting.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 8
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More 1-2-3 magic : encouraging good behavior, independence and self-esteem [videorecording] / by 1943-$epresenter.; Child Management, Inc.(CARDINAL)431469; ParentMagic, Inc.;
Introduction -- Seven tactics for encouraging good behavior -- Specific applications -- Dictatorship to democracy: the family meeting -- Ten strategies for building self-esteem -- The payoff.Presented by Thomas W. Phelan.Dr. Phelan explains how to get your children to do the good things you want them to do, such as getting up and out in the morning, eating, going to bed and picking up after themselves. The tape teaches strategies for encouraging your children's independence and healthy self-esteem.Not rated.Digital video disc.
Subjects: Instructional films.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Child rearing.; Discipline of children.; Child care.; Child rearing.;
For private home use only.
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Tantrums! [videorecording] managing meltdowns in public and private / by Phelan, Thomas W.,1943-Tantrums! : managing meltdowns in public and private.; ParentMagic inc.,production company.;
Noting that of all the behavioral problems parents face from their children, temper tantrums may be the most upsetting, this video arms confused and frustrated parents with simple, easy-to-follow directions on how to best manage the problem and guide kids appropriately. Viewers will learn the three main causes of temper tantrums, the true power of the "10-Second Rule," the anatomy of a typical tantrum, and the chief problems with attempting to reason with or distract a child. A sound and effective tantrum-management plan is critical to the well being of everyone in the family, and this video details an effortless four-step process for marshalling tantrums as well as guidance on how to handle dreaded tantrums in public places, allowing parents to no longer fear tantrums and regain control of their own homes.
Subjects: Instructional films.; Nonfiction films.; Child rearing.; Discipline of children.; Parenting.; Temper tantrums in children.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Tantrums! : managing meltdowns in public and private / by Phelan, Thomas W.,1943-author.(CARDINAL)435874; ParentMagic inc.(CARDINAL)690634;
You're not alone! -- Three terrible tantrums -- Lesson I, What to think. Attitude adjustment ; Anatomy of a tantrum ; The B.A.D. Syndrome ; Let's get this right! : lesson I summary -- Lesson II, What to do. Boot camp ; The battle plan ; Our terrible tantrums ; Let's get this right : lesson II summary -- Lesson III, What if? FAQs : troubleshooting ; Out in public ; Let's get this right! : lesson III summary -- Are you ready? -- Go get 'em.Noting that of all the behavioral problems parents face from their children, temper tantrums may be the most upsetting, this handbook arms confused and frustrated parents with simple, easy-to-follow directions on how to best manage the problem and guide kids appropriately. Readers will learn the three main causes of temper tantrums, the true power of the "10-Second Rule," the anatomy of a typical tantrum, and the chief problems with attempting to reason with or distract a child. A sound and effective tantrum-management plan is critical to the well being of everyone in the family, and this book details an effortless four-step process for marshalling tantrums as well as guidance on how to handle dreaded tantrums in public places, allowing parents to no longer fear tantrums and regain control of their own homes.
Subjects: Discipline of children.; Temper tantrums in children.;
Available copies: 11 / Total copies: 14
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