When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons
A Mother’s Perspective on Parenting
by Jennifer M. Koontz
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Pub Date Mar 06 2012 | Archive Date Sep 01 2012
Description
This is a light-hearted look at parenting that also contains many practical suggestions for managing all of the supplies, advice, questions, and challenges that come along with being a parent. It is the definitive guide to raising a self-sufficient, well-mannered child, while keeping life in perspective and maintaining a sense of humor. The main theme of the book is that parents are not alone in the Land of Parenthood. All parents go through shades of the same issues sooner or later, and it is important to reach out and seek the wisdom that surrounds us.
The sources of wisdom about parenting are boundless; they can be found in the most unlikely of places. One of the most important ways to learn about parenting is to listen to one's own children! Children are constantly communicating with us ~ we just need to learn how to understand them. Even when they don't speak, they are communicating. This book includes a chapter that tells the reader what children wish their parents already knew.
In addition, the author includes a tremendous resource for parents who may be struggling with children's behavioral issues. She presents the Privileges System, which she created for her own daughter after consulting many behavioral management sources. It utilizes counting but does not include the use of "time outs." The Privileges System doesn't cost anything to implement, and parents who commit to it will likely see results in a very short time. Koontz believes that the most important thing you can teach your child is that you truly mean what you say. You will earn the respect of a child by modeling respect, and the best way to teach kindness is to be kind.
The book concludes with "The List," which reminds parents of the most important things to remember when they are too tired to remember anything else. Parents deserve to celebrate their achievements and look forward to tomorrow, knowing that they have made a difference today.
The sources of wisdom about parenting are boundless; they can be found in the most unlikely of places. One of the most important ways to learn about parenting is to listen to one's own children! Children are constantly communicating with us ~ we just need to learn how to understand them. Even when they don't speak, they are communicating. This book includes a chapter that tells the reader what children wish their parents already knew.
In addition, the author includes a tremendous resource for parents who may be struggling with children's behavioral issues. She presents the Privileges System, which she created for her own daughter after consulting many behavioral management sources. It utilizes counting but does not include the use of "time outs." The Privileges System doesn't cost anything to implement, and parents who commit to it will likely see results in a very short time. Koontz believes that the most important thing you can teach your child is that you truly mean what you say. You will earn the respect of a child by modeling respect, and the best way to teach kindness is to be kind.
The book concludes with "The List," which reminds parents of the most important things to remember when they are too tired to remember anything else. Parents deserve to celebrate their achievements and look forward to tomorrow, knowing that they have made a difference today.
Advance Praise
Midwest Book Review:
When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons
Jennifer M. Koontz
CreateSpace
100 Enterprise Way, Suite A200
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
9781467906135, $12.95, http://www.amazon.com/
Motherhood is often wrought with making many unusual decisions to make it all work. "When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting" is a memoir of parenthood with its own dose of advice on it all, as Jennifer M. Koontz shares her crusade for making it all connect and work against all odds. For any parent who seeks a knowing shoulder to cry on as well as sage wisdom, "When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons" is a strong and solidly recommended addition to any parent's library.
Great for new parents and grandparents, April 6, 2012 By GrandmaGirlfriend - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I recently purchased and read this book, it is a delight to read. I watch my grandchildren while Mom and Dad work, this book has great tips that I plan to use to help make my job easier as the children get older. As the grandma/babysitter I need to keep the discipline strong and still have fun. Great for new parents, March 31, 2012 By Jake - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I bought this book for my daughter who just had her first child...She read it then gave it back to me to read...We both found it to be a great book, easy to read, humor throughout, and excellent parenting ideas. I would recommend for parents with children of any age. Perfect for new parents, March 24, 2012 By Lee "kindergarten mom" (PA) - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I wish that I'd had this book when I was a new mom. It tells the truth about parenting and gives the reader ideas for dealing with the challenges that come along. I'd recommend this to anyone who needs to buy a gift for new parents or for a parent who could use a little support. I love "The List" at the end of the book!
When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons
Jennifer M. Koontz
CreateSpace
100 Enterprise Way, Suite A200
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
9781467906135, $12.95, http://www.amazon.com/
Motherhood is often wrought with making many unusual decisions to make it all work. "When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting" is a memoir of parenthood with its own dose of advice on it all, as Jennifer M. Koontz shares her crusade for making it all connect and work against all odds. For any parent who seeks a knowing shoulder to cry on as well as sage wisdom, "When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons" is a strong and solidly recommended addition to any parent's library.
Great for new parents and grandparents, April 6, 2012 By GrandmaGirlfriend - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I recently purchased and read this book, it is a delight to read. I watch my grandchildren while Mom and Dad work, this book has great tips that I plan to use to help make my job easier as the children get older. As the grandma/babysitter I need to keep the discipline strong and still have fun. Great for new parents, March 31, 2012 By Jake - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I bought this book for my daughter who just had her first child...She read it then gave it back to me to read...We both found it to be a great book, easy to read, humor throughout, and excellent parenting ideas. I would recommend for parents with children of any age. Perfect for new parents, March 24, 2012 By Lee "kindergarten mom" (PA) - When Your Centerpiece is Made of Play-Doh and the Dog Has Eaten Your Crayons: A Mother's Perspective on Parenting (Paperback)I wish that I'd had this book when I was a new mom. It tells the truth about parenting and gives the reader ideas for dealing with the challenges that come along. I'd recommend this to anyone who needs to buy a gift for new parents or for a parent who could use a little support. I love "The List" at the end of the book!
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781467906135 |
| PRICE | $12.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 166 |
