HOW TO RAISE KIDS
WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND

This class is designed to help parents cope with raising children, to clarify their roles as parents, and to help them understand their identities as parents in today’s world. It is based on the book PARENT EFFECTIVENESS TRAINING by Thomas Gordon.

SESSION I:	“Bringing Up Your Kids Without Bringing Down Yourself.” A discussion of the goals, values, and responsibilities of parents.
SESSION II:	“Say What?” Exercises to help parents develop better methods of communication with their children.
SESSION III:	“Show Your Child More Than Your Knees.” Exercises to help parents become more aware of their children’s needs.
SESSION IV:	“If I Ignore Him, Will He Go Away?” Discussion of the methods of modifying/accepting the child’s behavior and avoiding conflict concerning his behavior.

This program is recommended for parents, single parents, teachers, future parents, ministers, and anyone who deals on a regular basis with children.