Get the Kid You Deserve. Respectful. Responsible. Motivated. Want children who are patient, kind, humble, thankful, and respectful? Who have a good work ethic, strong character, and a healthy self-image? Who succeed in all areas of life--personally, professionally, and relationally--to the best of their ability? You can't force your kids to be grateful for everything you do, but you can raise successful, responsible kids who grow into adults you can be proud of. With his signature wit and wisdom, international parenting expert Dr. Kevin Leman reveals eight no-nonsense strategies that build on the foundations of character, good behavior, respect, discipline, and a winning attitude, including: start with the end in mind expect the best to get the best role-model a disciplined life minimize friction and optimize solutions keep the relationship first, always and much more It is possible to raise a successful child in a "whatever" generation. Dr. Leman's time-tested strategies make it simple. Want a kid who treats you with respect? listens every time you talk? says "please" and "thank you" without prompting? actually likes his siblings and sticks up for them? does homework and chores on time? pitches in to clear dishes, do laundry, and keep your living space clean? is known for integrity and keeping promises? is motivated to do her best but accepts and learns from failure? can stand strong against any tailwinds, bullies, or competition? With 8 Secrets to Raising Successful Kids, you can rear a respectful, responsible, hardworking child in today's tumultuous world--one who will confidently blaze a unique trail to adulthood. I guarantee it.

About the Author
Dr. Kevin Leman is an internationally known psychologist, radio and television personality, and speaker. Cohost of the extremely popular Have a New Kid by Friday podcast, he has made house calls through hundreds of radio and television programs, such as FOX & Friends, The View, FOX's The Morning Show, Today, Morning in America, The 700 Club, CBS's The Early Show, Janet Parshall, CNN, and Focus on the Family, and has served as a contributing family psychologist to Good Morning America. A bestselling and award-winning author, Dr. Leman has written more than 60 books, including The Birth Order Book and Have a New Kid by Friday. He is the founder of Leman Academy of Excellence, an award-winning group of classical charter schools located throughout Arizona and Colorado. Dr. Leman and his wife, Sande, live in Tucson, Arizona. They have five children and four grandchildren.


Book Information
ISBN 9780800740122
Author Kevin Leman
Format Paperback
Page Count 258
Imprint Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Publisher Baker Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 333g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 15mm