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