Taking the Stress Out of Parenting (Ages 1 - 12)
When we handle parenting challenges in positive, effective ways, we build our relationships. We’ll discuss setting effective limits, using discipline which teaches, responding with empathy and avoiding arguments.
"Why Can't You Behave?": Ideas for Positively Handling Misbehavior (Ages 1 - 12)
It is critical to develop effective skills for responding to misbehavior.
We'll talk about developmental
challenges, setting a positive tone, strategies for handling misbehavior and setting firm limits in a kind way.
"Stop Fighting!": Handling Conflicts Between Children (Ages 1 - 12)
When kids play together, there are bound to be conflicts. We'll discuss overcoming factors that contribute to poor behavior, setting limits, enforcing rules and guiding children to resolving their disputes.
Growing Your Preschooler’s Brain (Ages 1 - 5)
Your child's brain goes through major developmental changes in the first few years and you play a vital role in shaping that development! Find out how you can help your child develop the social skills, language skills and behavior traits that will lead to success in grade school.
Bringing Out Their Best: Guiding While Avoiding Parenting Pitfalls (Ages 3 - 18)
Your parenting approach can help bring out the best in your children. We'll look at different parenting styles along with benefits and drawbacks. We'll discuss matching our parenting to our children's growing needs.
Bullyproof Your Child! Essential Strategies for Dealing with Bullying (Ages 6 - 15)
Bullying is a significant problem in the lives of too many children. We’ll look at facts, stories and ideas for guiding children whether they are the victims, bullies or onlookers.
The Wild, Wild Web: Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Digital World (Ages 6 - 18)
Digital media gives our kids access to an amazing wealth of possibilities. It also allows them to get into serious trouble with the click of button.
Do you have concerns about your kids' use of things like cellphones, the internet, Facebook and video games? Do they spend more time looking at screens than being with family or friends?
This presentation is packed with information, ideas and includes additional resources for parents.
How do you balance trying to keep teens safe while also allowing them increasing freedom? How do you deal with teen attitude? We’ll discuss helping our teens to grow into adults who can thrive on their own.
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Audience Members Rave!
“Thank you for sharing numerous practical ideas for responding to our children's misbehavior in ways that encourage cooperation – while also reducing our stress!”
- Eileen Gray, View Ridge Elementary PTA Chair, Seattle
“Thank YOU so much for coming! Your talk was chock full of extremely relevant example stories (we have those sand box conflicts happen just about EVERY DAY at school) and your "take home" tips were great. I've already starting working on the "you hit, you sit" one with my 2 year old. My 5 year old thought it was great...."Mommy! It rhymes!"
- Jane Chiodo, Crystal Springs Preschool Executive Board, Bothell
"I wanted to extend my personal thanks for a great presentation. It is such a huge topic, and one that warrants repetition. I loved your warm and friendly style and personal anecdotes, and how we had a mix of information, discussion time amongst the group, and a bit of role-playing."
- Barb Gauld, University Prep, Parent Education
"Kathy gives a fantastic, upbeat presentation that is engaging and full of good information and useful tips for dealing with problem behavior."
- Monica Sands, Children's Librarian, King County Libraries
“You are a superb resource for our community and please don’t hesitate to have anyone call me if they are in need of verification or more detailed information. I’d be happy to advocate for you on this special and very timely topic! Thanks again for a terrific presentation.”
- Steve Mezich, Principal, Samantha Smith Elementary School
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