Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

"Have a New Kid By Friday", by Dr. Kevin Leman is a down to earth and
simple yet profound solution to solving the constant parental stress that we as
parents often hold onto because we want our children to be the best that
they can be in life. The problem is that our perspective and the child's
perspective on getting to goals are not always the same. The book focuses
on adjusting our attitudes so that we can in turn help our children
develop good character. Some of the best advice on child rearing can be
found in this book such as, "Say it once, turn your back, and walk away."
And, "Let reality be the teacher, respond to your child - don't react, and
'B' doesn't happen until 'A' is done." The book is about loving our
children and in that love, giving them the freedom to become responsible
for their own behavior while maintaining a healthy relationshihp as a
family.

After reading numerous parenting books and being a very busy father with very little spare time to read these books, How To Have a New Kid by Friday is clearly the best. The first 5 chapters lay the groundwork and all the examples that follow explain the execution of the principles. I have had a remarkable improvement in my kid's behavior after using the recommendations of this book. Clearly a must have for all parents.

I liked the book, but think that it all can be covered in 1-2 chapters instead of all the pages used. Just like it up to the point....

this is one awesome book that is changing my grand son for the better since his mother my daughter is useing the principles laid out in it.

Every parent should read this book! Well written and humorous. Gives terrific ideas on disciplining your children.