How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk is an audiobook by Adele Faber, narrated by Susan Bennett. The unabridged Audible edition runs 8 hrs 24 mins.
Publisher’s Summary
“This parenting book actually made me a better parent.”—Lydia Kiesling, The New York Times
From #1 New York Times bestselling authors, the ultimate “parenting bible” (The Boston Globe)—a timeless, beloved book on how to effectively communicate with your child.
This bestselling classic by internationally acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children includes fresh insights and suggestions, as well as the author’s time-tested methods to solve common problems and build foundations for lasting relationships, including innovative ways to:
· Cope with your child’s negative feelings, such as frustration, anger, and disappointment
· Express your strong feelings without being hurtful
· Engage your child’s willing cooperation
· Set firm limits and maintain goodwill
· Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline
· Understand the difference between helpful and unhelpful praise
· Resolve family conflicts peacefully
Enthusiastically praised by parents and professionals around the world, Faber and Mazlish’s down-to-earth, respectful approach makes relationships with children of all ages less stressful and more rewarding.
Audiobook Details
- Narrated by: Susan Bennett
- Length: 8 hrs 24 mins
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
- Release year: 2012
- Audible category: Relationships, Parenting & Personal Development / Parenting & Families / Relationships, Parenting & Personal Development
Listener Ratings
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk holds an average listener rating of 4.7/5 from 4805 Audible ratings.
On Audible, ratings for this title break down into narration performance and story separately:
- Performance (narration): 4.6/5
- Story: 4.7/5
- 5-star ratings: 81% of all ratings
What Audible Listeners Are Saying
4/5 stars — “Needs note to support the listening.”
I could benefit from notes accompanying the book. I don’t think I will purchase the book, but given a choice, I would go with the book so that I could refer to it easily. <br/> Talk of punishment, how it works and doesn’t work. no— Renita, Audible listener
5/5 stars — “First time parent “
I’m a first time parent looking to break the generational cycles of disrespectful parenting. Thank you to the author’s for the tools and perspective change. I would highly recommend this book— Lydia , Audible listener
5/5 stars — “Staying Calm”
I absolutely loved this book. Listening to this book a little every day truly helped me stay calmer around my sons (4 and 2) and even around my husband! Reminding me that we all have struggles and that I’m reaching tears a better way to be the best mom for my sons.— kellianne cadigan, Audible listener
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