{"product_id":"raising-your-spirited-child-third-edition-paperback","title":"Raising Your Spirited Child, Third Edition - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMary Sheedy Kurcinka\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevised third edition of the award-winning bestseller that has helped millions, now providing the most up-to-date research and even more effective, practical tips and strategies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you ever wonder why your child behaves the way he or she does? Are you struggling with tantrums and meltdowns? Do you find yourself getting frustrated and feeling like you're at the end of your rope?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou are not alone! Many parents are dealing with the same challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eRaising Your Spirited Child, Third Edition\u003c\/em\u003e, beloved parenting expert Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, Ed.D., offers ALL parents and caregivers a glimpse into what makes their spirited children behave the way they do. The key word that distinguishes spirited children from other children is \"more\" -- more intense, more persistent, more sensitive and more uncomfortable with change.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough vivid examples and a refreshingly positive viewpoint, this invaluable guide offers emotional support and proven strategies for handling the toughest times. Dr. Mary has devised a plan for success with a simple four-step program that will help you: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e- Understand your child's and your own temperamental traits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Cope with tantrums and blowups when they do occur, and prevent them in the future\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Develop strategies for handling mealtimes, bedtimes, holidays, school, and many other situations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Implement discipline to win cooperation and establish clear boundaries\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Teach your child how to be a \"problem solver\" and work well with others\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- ... and more!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncluding charts and quick tips for today's time-challenged parents, this newly updated edition of \u003cem\u003eRaising Your Spirited Child\u003c\/em\u003e will help you foster a supportive, encouraging, and loving environment for your spirited child.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spirited child--often called \"difficult\" or \"strong willed\"--possesses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children. Research shows that spirited children are wired to be \"more\"; by temperament, they are more intense, sensitive, perceptive, persistent, and more uncomfortable with change than the average child. In this newly revised third edition of the award-winning classic, Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka provides vivid examples of real-life challenges and a refreshingly positive viewpoint. Within these pages you will find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e New strategies for managing intensity levels--not just the spirited child's, but yours too\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e A simple, four-step program for peaceful bedtimes, mealtimes, holidays, and many other commonly challenging situations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e A focus on your child's strengths\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Steps for teaching your child how to be a problem solver and how to work with others\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Updated guidance on establishing clear limits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e And more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharts and quick tips make this newly updated edition an indispensable guide for fostering a supportive, encouraging, and loving environment for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 528\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 8 x 5.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 01, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45839122530348,"sku":"9780062403063","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6260\/8940\/files\/J7JZfez-XB9780062403063.webp?v=1784817010","url":"https:\/\/littleredgeneralstore.com\/products\/raising-your-spirited-child-third-edition-paperback","provider":"Little Red General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}