Parents become frustrated with their children for not listening to them. Avoid this issue by being very clear when talking with your children. Just the facts, please. It's too loud. Pick your battles.
Parents often make a request and then back off when the child be comes difficult.
It is important in the parent child relationship for you to win your battles. John is a real stinker, you can take the radio with you and tell him he can have it back, along with another chance, tomorrow. Parent Tips newsletters may be copied for distribution throughout your school or organization for non-profit use only. They may be posted on your web site. Return to the Parent Tips Set 1 Index.