Positive Child GuidancePositive Child Guidance
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Current format, Book, 2004, 4th ed, All copies in use.Book, 2004
Current format, Book, 2004, 4th ed, All copies in use. Offered in 0 more formatsPositive Child Guidance outlines practical, workable steps for creating a cooperative, respectful community of children and adults. Behavior modification is addressed, not as the foundation of child guidance, but as a single, carefully placed stone in a solid structure of active guidance. Maturation is addressed, not as an excuse to relinquish responsibility for child behavior, but as a powerful tool for understanding and responding appropriately to various stages of child behavior. The method presented is one of assertive and respectful enforcement of cooperatively developed rules and persistent protection of individual rights. Aggression, passivity and manipulation are identified as hindrances to positive child guidance, as they trigger negativity, even rebellion, in children. In this text, the role of the adult is that of one who seeks not to gain control over children but rather to guide them effectively while setting for them an immediate and tangible example of appropriate coping and assertive negotiation. In this child guidance model, the adult not only guards the safety and individual rights of children but also stimulates their development of inner control by creating a functioning democratic community of children and adults. The author portrays a lively, poignant, warm and very human look at the process of adults guiding, managing, and coping with children's behavior-and children trying to deal with their own emerging needs and feelings, as well as with persistent adult expectations. Positive Child Guidance is presented in a very readable format and is even funny at times. However, it is based on a solid theoretical foundation drawn from the empirical study of social and emotional development in infants, toddlers, and young children.
Positive Child Guidance outlines practical, workable steps for creating a cooperative, respectful community of children and adults. Behavior modification is addressed, not as the foundation of child guidance, but as a single, carefully placed stone in a solid structure of active guidance. Maturation is addressed, not as an excuse to relinquish responsibility for child behavior, but as a powerful tool for understanding and responding appropriately to various stages of child behavior. The method presented is one of assertive and respectful enforcement of cooperatively developed rules and persistent protection of individual rights. Aggression, passivity and manipulation are identified as hindrances to positive child guidance, as they trigger negativity, even rebellion, in children. In this text, the role of the adult is that of one who seeks not to gain control over children but rather to guide them effectively while setting for them an immediate and tangible example of appropriate coping and assertive negotiation. In this child guidance model, the adult not only guards the safety and individual rights of children but also stimulates their development of inner control by creating a functioning democratic community of children and adults. The author portrays a lively, poignant, warm and very human look at the process of adults guiding, managing, and coping with children's behavior-and children trying to deal with their own emerging needs and feelings, as well as with persistent adult expectations. Positive Child Guidance is presented in a very readable format and is even funny at times. However, it is based on a solid theoretical foundation drawn from the empirical study of social and emotional development in infants, toddlers, and young children.
Parents, caregivers and educators can turn to Positive Child Guidance when they wonder ?How can I manage my own feelings of anger and frustration when children misbehave?? ?Am I being too strict?? ?Am I being too lenient?? This book explains that child guidance is the very challenging process of establishing and maintaining responsible, productive and cooperative behavior in children. And it outlines practical, workable steps for creating a community of cooperative, respectful children and adults. It identifies typical childhood characteristics and needs as children proceed through various stages of development. And, it offers a broad range of effective and flexible guidance strategies based on principles of straightforward communication and assertiveness.
Positive Child Guidance provides answers educators, caregivers and parents are looking for with a focus on developmentally appropriate guidance for our youngest children. The author is an experienced educator and well-respected consultant in her field who espouses her belief that effective guidance prevents behavior problems, keeps children safe, minimizes aggression, facilitates learning and builds a solid foundation for children’s future success in society. The book outlines practical, workable steps for creating a community of cooperative, respectful children and adults. Extensive lists of resources, related readings, professional groups, Web sites and more complement the content.
Positive Child Guidance outlines practical, workable steps for creating a cooperative, respectful community of children and adults. Behavior modification is addressed, not as the foundation of child guidance, but as a single, carefully placed stone in a solid structure of active guidance. Maturation is addressed, not as an excuse to relinquish responsibility for child behavior, but as a powerful tool for understanding and responding appropriately to various stages of child behavior. The method presented is one of assertive and respectful enforcement of cooperatively developed rules and persistent protection of individual rights. Aggression, passivity and manipulation are identified as hindrances to positive child guidance, as they trigger negativity, even rebellion, in children. In this text, the role of the adult is that of one who seeks not to gain control over children but rather to guide them effectively while setting for them an immediate and tangible example of appropriate coping and assertive negotiation. In this child guidance model, the adult not only guards the safety and individual rights of children but also stimulates their development of inner control by creating a functioning democratic community of children and adults. The author portrays a lively, poignant, warm and very human look at the process of adults guiding, managing, and coping with children's behavior-and children trying to deal with their own emerging needs and feelings, as well as with persistent adult expectations. Positive Child Guidance is presented in a very readable format and is even funny at times. However, it is based on a solid theoretical foundation drawn from the empirical study of social and emotional development in infants, toddlers, and young children.
Parents, caregivers and educators can turn to Positive Child Guidance when they wonder ?How can I manage my own feelings of anger and frustration when children misbehave?? ?Am I being too strict?? ?Am I being too lenient?? This book explains that child guidance is the very challenging process of establishing and maintaining responsible, productive and cooperative behavior in children. And it outlines practical, workable steps for creating a community of cooperative, respectful children and adults. It identifies typical childhood characteristics and needs as children proceed through various stages of development. And, it offers a broad range of effective and flexible guidance strategies based on principles of straightforward communication and assertiveness.
Positive Child Guidance provides answers educators, caregivers and parents are looking for with a focus on developmentally appropriate guidance for our youngest children. The author is an experienced educator and well-respected consultant in her field who espouses her belief that effective guidance prevents behavior problems, keeps children safe, minimizes aggression, facilitates learning and builds a solid foundation for children’s future success in society. The book outlines practical, workable steps for creating a community of cooperative, respectful children and adults. Extensive lists of resources, related readings, professional groups, Web sites and more complement the content.
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