20th century parent to child regarding self-discipline: "Eat your food. Think of all the starving people in India and China." 21st century parent to child: "Do your homework—or someone in India or China may get your job." … [Read more...]
How Contingenices Are Successful
December 8, 2008 By Leave a Comment
As a teacher, I've been on a journey my whole 12-year career and I'm finding parenting is a similar type of journey. I am reading the book right now and have already tried some things on my 3-1/2 year old daughter this weekend. I have quite a strong-willed child who has hit the terrible 3's. (The 2's were so much easier for my husband and … [Read more...]
"No" vs. "Not"
December 5, 2008 By Leave a Comment
From an e-mail I received: Your comment about discipline and how to work with youngsters reminded me of a time when my son, Adam, was two years old. Every thing out of his mouth was No, No, No! My husband had just had it with him and said, "Adam, don't you say 'No' to me again; I've had enough young man." Adam looked at him, full of steam and said, … [Read more...]
Answer with A Question
December 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
The following is from an e-mail I received after presenting in Dearborn, Michigan: You taught the teachers at my school (The Dearborn Academy) about several ways to increase responsibility and self-discipline in our students. I am happy to tell you that many teachers implemented their new skills in their classes today. I used several myself. Two times … [Read more...]
Children's Books Teaching Values
December 3, 2008 By Leave a Comment
While presenting in Warren, New Jersey, I had the pleasure of meeting Vanita Braver, M.D., a child and adolescent psychiatrist. She sent me her first two books from her planned nine book series, "Teach Your Children Well." Since the foundation of my approach is to foster responsibility and since I present and keynote at many character education … [Read more...]
A Comment from A Primary Music Teacher
December 2, 2008 By Leave a Comment
"All of my students can now recognize their own chosen level and label it appropriately. They know almost instantly when they need to make a better discipline choice. This takes much less time away from instruction and keeps the classroom climate stress-free and positive." Dianne Capell, Department of Defense Primary Music Teacher Formerly of Ikego … [Read more...]
3 – 5 Year Olds
December 1, 2008 By Leave a Comment
QUESTION: Hi Marv! I am a bit concerned about how I go about using DISCIPLINE WITHOUT STRESS with developmentally delayed 3 - 5 year olds. Basically, my class will be filled with developmental levels ranging from 18 months to 3 yrs. Any suggestions? Thanks! RESPONSE: I suggest what you are already doing, viz., have patience, teach procedures, have … [Read more...]
