Your child’s first few years are so important! Learn how to make the most of them with Active Parenting: First Five Years, a program for parents and other caregivers. Written by parenting expert (and dad) Dr. Michael Popkin, this course will show you how to nurture your child with a “just right” combination of freedom and nonviolent discipline. Millions of parents have achieved success with Active Parenting—and you can, too!

Video, discussion, and activities make for a fast-paced workshop

Active Parenting: First Five Years uses entertaining video scenes to demonstrate common parenting challenges and solutions. Each workshop allows plenty of time for group discussion and activities.

Session I: You and Your Child

• Styles of parenting

• Ages and stages of development

• Building a bond with your child

• The method of choice

Session II: Preventing Problems

• Your child’s beautiful brain

• Using nonviolent discipline

• The “A-C-T” of parenting

Session III: Encouraging Positive Behavior

• The power of encouragement

• Choices and consequences

• Caring for the caregiver

Session IV: Preparing for School Success

• 6 smart things parents can do to help young children get ready for school