How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk (The How To Talk Series)

Easy to read, engaging, and full of practical value. This book feels like a manual you can come back to over and over again. I love how each chapter is summarized in just one page- it makes reviewing and retaining the information so much easier. It’s also very interactive, with images that keep you engaged and help break down concepts visually. The book constantly encourages you to think, reflect, and apply what you’re learning, which makes a huge difference. There are plenty of real-life examples, along with testimonials, quotes, and insights from other professionals. That added perspective makes the content feel well-rounded and credible- not just one person’s opinion. I finished it in 3 days, and that was just reading a little at a time. I’m not a parent and I don’t work with kids, but I’ve applied these methods in my relationship, and they’ve genuinely improved communication. That said, this is not instant. It takes time, effort, and a lot of practice. The hardest part is retraining your brain and unlearning the patterns most of us grew up with. Small tip for readers: I use a gray highlighter instead of yellow because it feels less overwhelming and doesn’t make me feel like I’m ruining the book. I also prefer using sticky notes instead of writing directly on the pages. If you do this, lightly reduce the stickiness before placing them as these pages are thin (paperback), and they can tear easily. At the end of the day, we never really stop being kids- this book helps you understand that on a deeper level and I think that is way the methodology works. Highly recommend. Honestly, this should be taught in schools.

Truly a powerful book for communication with your children, partner or anyone!!! Connection and respect - cooperation and love —- getting and creating the life and family you dream of - accessible by practicing these skills - wow - humbled and thank you!

Great product! perfect condition!!

I loved the ease of reading this book. Very helpful in understanding how children think and why they react. Loved the cartoon situations. Gave me some really effective tips. The only problem I have with parenting books written and revised for today's parents and essentially children is this notion that we are to constantly "talk" and "workout" a solution with our children. I think this is a good practice but not realistic for every child and every situation. Sometimes children need a straight "no" with no explanation. I also think there's nothing wrong with consequences. If we don't teach our children the world is not always about them and their feelings, life eventually will.

Good book lots of great ideas to help with the kiddos

This book will change your life if you are a mother or father it is a must read and learn from book. Absolutely love it.

Game changer for parents. I read/listened to the audiobook. It is full of tips for parents to help with communication for parents. I have more meaningful conversations with my children. It changed the way we talked and it helped strengthen our relationship

This book became my parenting "Bible" when my kids were younger, along with "Siblings Without Rivalry" (by the same authors), which is another must-have. I just happened to pick this up in a bookstore many years ago, and have been recommending it ever since. I should say here, that I was a School Psychologist, who also utilized these communication skills when dealing with students. I read where someone said in their review "Nothing I didn't know". Well, we all know some pieces of it...not to scream, not to belittle, not to condemn...but not everyone knows what to do instead. It's also important that you remember the title of the book is "How To Talk So kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk". It's about communicating better, and improving interpersonal skills. If you have a problem with your child seriously abusing drugs, then I'd suggest that you read this while your child is receiving appropriate treatment. It's not a "cure-all' for every possible issue.... although many (myself included) would say that poor communication can certainly be a causal factor behind many other "behaviors". Once you understand & integrate the authors concepts, they make perfect sense, and the authors make understanding simple, by presenting the material in an easy-read/comic form with a multitude of examples. After all, conscientious, loving and well-meaning parents need help, too, and this book can provide just that. If you just feel like you're not connecting with your child, and they're turning away from you rather than allowing you to be a support for them, try reading this. You don't have much to lose (a little time reading & a little bit of $) and you might find that a small change in YOUR behavior can lead to a big change in theirs (I did), and open the door to better communication....not to mention a more satisfying & less stressful family life. What could be better than that?

Useful book

Bought as gift. Recipient very pleased.

Just think about what it is you tell your kids during a normal day. Isn't it mostly orders and no? Think about it and start to really talk to your kids. And how do you react when your kid tells you something? By giving advice and telling your kid what YOU think (is the right thing to do, to say, etc)? Try saying nothing instead and just listen. This are two key advices I found very helpful, simple and was able to use immediatly. I first bought this book as an e-reader edition, but absolutely had to have the printed edition. Not so much to do the assignments, but more to work on it with markers and stickers. I will keep it close to make sure I read it over and over again because many of the advices might not fit it right now, but will for sure come in handy later on.

Libro fantástico, lo he recomendado muchísimas veces

It's quite amazing how good this book can work. It is very easy explained and it has a lot of draws and examples. It's also very realistic: It never sells magic solutions, nor says everything will work for everybody. So, it's like being in a workshop with another parents, but in your home and in your own.