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Dr. Riley's Box of Tricks: 80 Uncommon Solutions for Everyday Parenting Problems

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Dr. Riley's Box of Tricks: 80 Uncommon Solutions for Everyday Parenting Problems
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Douglas Riley
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 140
Category/GenreChild care and upbringing
ISBN/Barcode 9780738214283
ClassificationsDewey:649.64
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Hachette Books
Imprint Da Capo Lifelong
Publication Date 18 April 2017
Publication Country United States

Description

Every parent sends their child to his or her room as a punishment at one time or another. But, have you ever considered grounding your children from their rooms? Dr. Douglas Riley has. In fact, if your daughter isnt allowed to use her own room after you have declared it unfit for human habitation until she straightens it, youll be amazed how clean she will keep her space next time. Dr. Riley has prescriptions for every situation, from messy rooms to homework procrastination, from sibling combat to cell-phone abuse. Ideal for any exasperated parent, this must-have guide offers dozens of creative solutions for the most persistent parenting problems. These gentle yet proven techniques turn the tables to put you back in chargeand get your kids to laugh in the process.

Author Biography

Douglas Riley, EdD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than thirty years of experience working with children, adolescents, and parents. He lives in Virginia.

Reviews

USA Weekend, 7/17/11 "The secret weapon for battling some of the constant challenges parents face" Scholastic Parent & Child, September 2011"A treasure trove of unconventional suggestions." Library Journal (starred review), 8/18/11 "Riley has both a winning plan and a clever style; recommended." MyLittleMe.com, 8/25/11 "A very interesting and promising book." Mid-Ohio Valley Parent, August-September 2011 "In an easy-to-read format, Riley tackles everyday problems with a touch of humor and an easy script for kids to follow...definitely a book I'll be coming back to time and time again." Portland Book Review, September-November 2011 "The tricks are easy to implement and very efficient at eliminating problem behaviors...For parents that frequently have to deal with kids' more obnoxious behavior this book will be one that is referred to frequently." ANovelMind.com, 11/12/11 "Not your typical parenting book."