The naughty and sometimes not-so-nice behaviors of 2- to 5-year olds throwing tantrums in the checkout lane at the grocery store, hitting siblings at the dinner table, or refusing to sleep at bedtime can leave you stressed and worn out. So what s a parent to do? Learn valuable, time-tested Common Sense Parenting® skills to minimize the mischief and meltdowns of your little ones. La Crianza Práctica de los Niños Pequeños has strategies to help you give your child all the nurturing, love, and praise he or she needs. It also shows you how to set limits, correct misbehaviors, prevent problems, and make discipline more about teaching than punishing. Every page is jam-packed with tips, techniques, and sound advice to help parents survive (and children thrive in) those early years. Included in these pages: How to set reasonable expectations based on your child"s age, development, and abilities. How to use a parent"s version of "show and tell" to both prevent problems and correct misbehavior. How to use praise like a compass, helping your child stay on the right path. How to create plans for staying calm for you and your child. How to use consistency, consequences, and practice to help your child learn what you expect of him or her. How to celebrate special rituals and everyday routines as cherished family traditions.