For parents of children ages 2-6. It takes careful planning to guide the development of toddlers and preschool children. This easy-to-read, research-based manual provides a blueprint for helping young children realize their potential for loving, learning, playing, and working. The authors show how to use encouragement, set limits, encourage friendships, settle conflicts between children without taking over, build family relationships, participate in child-directed play, and much more. Home practice activities are included to help parents apply key concepts in their daily family lives. The ideal resource for new parents wanting to start off right or for parents who are having difficulty managing their young children. Highly recommended for parenting groups and workshops.