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cjorgensen 's review for:
Parenting with Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility
by Foster Cline, Jim Fay
3.5 Stars
There are some wonderful tips in here, especially for those who agree with the use of logical consequences. Rather than engage in power struggles, say over the child not wanting to wear a coat, this book uses the idea of giving "choices" instead. The child gets to experience decision making, having some control in their life, and the consequences that can follow. I personally feel that this is a great way to learn, especially for minor issues that can come up between parent and child. However, I found some of their examples to be a bit harsh, not age-appropriate, or not realistic (mostly the conversation examples). But, like all parenting books, you take from it what you find useful for your particular situation and disregard the rest.
There are some wonderful tips in here, especially for those who agree with the use of logical consequences. Rather than engage in power struggles, say over the child not wanting to wear a coat, this book uses the idea of giving "choices" instead. The child gets to experience decision making, having some control in their life, and the consequences that can follow. I personally feel that this is a great way to learn, especially for minor issues that can come up between parent and child. However, I found some of their examples to be a bit harsh, not age-appropriate, or not realistic (mostly the conversation examples). But, like all parenting books, you take from it what you find useful for your particular situation and disregard the rest.