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1, 2, 3, 4 Parents
Parenting class offered at Wilmington United Methodist Church; starts May 9
WILMINGTON - 1, 2, 3, 4 Parents! teaches stages of development and more. Created by Active Parenting Publishers and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, 1, 2, 3, 4 Parents! is a multicultural video and discussion program for parents of children in the 1- to 4-year-old age group. Written by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D., Betsy Gard, Ph.D., and Marilyn Montgomery, Ph.D., this program addresses basic parenting skills and is perfect for the new parent.
Video, discussion and activities make for a fast-paced workshop
The 1, 2, 3, 4 Parents! program is usually divided into three 90-minute sessions. It uses entertaining video scenes to demonstrate common parenting challenges and solutions. Each workshop allows plenty of time for group discussion and activities.
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Here’s what you’ll be learning:
Session I
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- Parenting: A special job
- The ages and stages of development - How will you parent?
- Building the bond between your child and you
- Activities to try at home
Session II:
- Share and tell
- How to use non-violent discipline skills
- Tips on avoiding accidents and problems
- The act of parenting
- About rules
Session III:
- Choices and consequences
- The power of encouragement
Sign up today!
Date: Saturdays, May 9th, 16th and 30th
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Childcare available on request.
Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, 87 Church St., Wilmington/Octagon Room
Cost: $20.00 for the book
To register: Call the church office at 978-658-4519 or send an e-mail to dfarnsw196@aol.com
