In these pages, he presents tried-and-true ways you can build your 5- to 17-year-old's skills to:

Follow rules and behave honestly.
Curb angry outbursts.
Make and maintain friendships.
Express feelings productively.
Stay on task at school.
Resolve conflicts with siblings.
Manage stress.

Loads of checklists, worksheets, and troubleshooting tips help you select and implement the strategies that meet your child's specific needs. You'll also build your own skills for parenting effectively when the going gets tough. Systematic, compassionate, and practical, the book is grounded in state-of-the-art research. The road to positive changes for your child and family starts here.