Positive Parenting with a Plan (Grades K-12): F.A.M.I.L.Y. Rules

this book was suggested by a counselor so we expected it to be good. The seller truthfully described the condition of the used copy being advertised and provided great packaging and fast shipping.

Recomend for parents with children age 3-9.....It will work best on younger childen

I was at my wits end with my son until getting this book and putting it to good use with my family. My son was angry bitter rude disrespectful and the change in him since we have been doing this is like night and day. The tension in our family that was a constant reminder things weren't working is now gone, the angry bitter child is now happy helpful and kind. This book gives you the tools you need to not just get the kids on the right track but the entire family as well. It is so clearly stated and easy to follow and set up. It does take effort and work to keep it going but the results can not be argued if you follow the book! I highly recommend this book!

positive, that is. A friend, who is a child Psychologist, recommended this book to me. She has attended Dr. Johnson's seminars and swears by his system. It was originally developed for group homes of troubled teens. When the kids went back home, they went back to their old ways. Parents needed a new way of teaching their children positive behavior and discouraging negative behavior. In comes the F.A.M.I.L.Y. Rules. This is an acronym. Each letter stands for an aspect of the program. In general, you set up rules for your family and then you make a point system for breaking them. The points are numbers of cards that must be completed called "Good Habit Cards". They're chores, nice things for someone, etc. Say, if hitting your brother is 2 points, then you would draw 2 cards from the pile and complete those cards. Could be mop the floor, read a book to little brother, or wash parents sheets. Also for having a perfect day, you get a token. So many tokens can be redeemed for specials treats: movie with friends, toy, extra 1hr at bedtime, etc. Great system. We use it, but it is time consuming to set up, but totally worth it. Must be consistent to see results though. Highly recommended. There's a support group online also. BTW, this book used to be called "Mother Rules".

Wow, this book was the answer to our family's prayers. Dr. Johnson keeps it simple and he's very funny. I've read many parenting books, but this one is the most practical approach to parenting I've ever read. Our kids have enjoyed the implementation of Dr. Johnson's parenting program in our home. All other parenting programs are second place compared to this one. Step aside Dr. Phil, there is a new kid in town and his name is Dr. J!!