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Raising a Thinking Preteen: The "I Can Problem Solve" Program for 8- to 12- Year-Olds
By the author of the national bestseller Raising a Thinking Child, an indispensable guide or parents of preteens.
Raising a Thinking Preteen introduces a unique series of exercises, games, and discussions that parents can share with their eight-to twelve-year-olds and in so doing will help their children recognize and express their feelings, as well as help identify why others behave the way they do. This book can be used by those who are familiar with the "I Can Problem Solve" program from the best-selling Raising a Thinking Child, where it was applied to younger children ages four through seven, or they can easily learn its benefits here for the first time. Using the same pathbreaking technique she described in her first book, Myrna Shure shows parents how her ICPS program can teach the skills all preteens need to learn in order to face challenges confidently and be more successful in nearly every aspect of life now and as adolescents and adults. It also makes a parent's life much easier, as it helps Learn to wait for what they want Cope with frustration Get along better with peers Control their impulses and aggressions Resist feelings of depressionThe preteen years are often the last opportunity for parents to teach their children how to think for themselves. This book is the only source with a proven plan to help them do just that.
Raising a Thinking Preteen introduces a unique series of exercises, games, and discussions that parents can share with their eight-to twelve-year-olds and in so doing will help their children recognize and express their feelings, as well as help identify why others behave the way they do. This book can be used by those who are familiar with the "I Can Problem Solve" program from the best-selling Raising a Thinking Child, where it was applied to younger children ages four through seven, or they can easily learn its benefits here for the first time. Using the same pathbreaking technique she described in her first book, Myrna Shure shows parents how her ICPS program can teach the skills all preteens need to learn in order to face challenges confidently and be more successful in nearly every aspect of life now and as adolescents and adults. It also makes a parent's life much easier, as it helps Learn to wait for what they want Cope with frustration Get along better with peers Control their impulses and aggressions Resist feelings of depressionThe preteen years are often the last opportunity for parents to teach their children how to think for themselves. This book is the only source with a proven plan to help them do just that.
256 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2000
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January 26, 2009
It is a wonderful book. I have tried asking how my child feels during a particular stuggle or conflict and the dialogue that it creates has been very rewarding. It is a wonderful learning experience for myself and my children.
July 21, 2023
The model presented here is obviously well thought out, but it is a bit overly confusing for how accessible it presents itself as being, and the writing is rather stiff.
November 29, 2024
Appreciate the progression of teaching preteens emotional literacy and problem-solving, but not a fan of the case study format of the book.
June 30, 2010
What I liked most about this book was that it showed me that if I change my parenting behavior, then my child will change too. Instead of using power, suggestions, or explaining, work to engage your child. (Dialogue not monologues!) Help him/her learn to identify feelings, develop empathy, consider different points of view, find alternative solutions, consider consequences, and make a plan. By switching to a problem-solving approach, your children will be empowered to develop their own skills necessary to cope with life's inevitable problems. Note: After reading this book I was able to pass the ICPS quiz (on paper . . . the real test will be application!)
September 2, 2009
Delphine is entering Middle School -can't hurt to read up on the next phase!
March 25, 2013
Some good info, but also a lot that I consider common sense.
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