Yes, it is possible to get your kids to help at home. And this is the book that shows you how. Kids, Chores & More is a practical parenting guide written by a real expert-a real mom of real kids, who actually do help out at home.
A must for today's busy parents, Kids, Chores & More gives you ready-to-use advice that can be put to use right away.
Learn how doing less for your children will give you more quality time with them.
Find over 50 specific ideas to make getting help from your kids more fun and enjoyable.
Discover practical tips for organizing your home to make housework easier.
Learn techniques to reinforce positive actions and discourage unacceptable behavior.
Fine many more ideas you can actually use today to communicate mutual love and respect.
Excerpt
Expectation Chapters 5-10
Find out at what age it's realistic to expect your children to do what household chores.
5. Realistic Expections. Learn why expecting our children to help at home makes sense-for everyone
6.Preschool & Kindergarden. Age characteristics and household help expectations for 3-5 year olds.
7. Primary Grades. Age characteristics of what to expect in the way of help from 6-8 year olds.
8. Intermediate grades. 9,10 and 11 year old children and what they should be able to do.
9. Middle School & Jr. High. Personal characteristics and household help capabilities of 12-14 year olds.
10. High School. Life skills of teenagers.
Professional Reviews
Susan Porter, Psychotherapist
"This isn't your ordinary parenting guide. It's a resource that belongs in every home. Judy's approach is realistic and is a valuable tool for any family that wants to make their home better."
Judy McDonald, Physician and mother
"My whole family was interested in this book. Even the kids found a lot to interest them, especially the fun ideas in Chapter 11. Thanks for a usable book we all appreciate!"
Eric Newman, Consultant and father
My wife and I read this book one evening and started using ideas the next. Thank you for such a realistic and helpful book we'll refer to again and again."
Thank you for your interest in this book and the subject of having more cooperative families. You will find even more articles and books on my website www.ArtichokePress.com and soon to come www.AskAuntieArtichoke.com an interactive site with lots of tips and techniques from families.
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