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From bad grades to a great life! unlocking the mystery of achievement for your child

Fay, Charles 1964- (Author).

Summary: "Your underachiever can grow-up to have a great life! How can I be so sure? Over the past three decades, thousands of parents and educators world-wide have discovered the power of Love and Logic. In this book, From Bad Grades to a Great Life, you'll learn why character and personal responsibility form the foundation of lasting academic and occupational achievement. In the process you'll also learn practical skills for : Avoiding un-winnable power-struggles over homework and grades. Helping children discover and capitalize upon their natural strengths. Teaching politeness, respect and personal responsibility. Showing children that the key to happiness involves determination and hard work, rather than luck or handouts."

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  • ISBN: 9781935326083
  • Physical Description: print
    xiv, 146 p. ; 23 cm.
  • Publisher: Golden, CO : Love and Logic Institute, c2011.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Subject: Education -- Parent participation
Academic achievement
Child rearing

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  • 1 of 1 copy available at College of the Rockies.

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  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Circulation Modifier Holdable? Status Due Date Courses
Cranbrook Campus LB 1048.5 .F39 2011 (Text) 31111000111813 CRANBROOK Volume hold Available -

Introduction ix
Your Underachiever Can Have a Great Life!
Chapter One Are We Focusing on the Right Things?
1(14)
What's more important? Getting great grades or becoming a great person?
Chapter Two Your Child Has Gifts!
15(12)
Don't make the mistake of focusing on their weaknesses, instead
Chapter Three Is Your Child Polite and Respectful?
27(12)
If they are, they've got a head start on a great life!
Chapter Four Chores at Home are Critical for School and Life Success
39(18)
So...why are we all so obsessed with homework?
Chapter Five Does Your Child Have Too Much Stuff?
57(14)
Kids are more likely to work when they have something to work toward
Chapter Six Would You Like a Calmer, More Motivated Child?
71(16)
A dull home makes school more exciting
Chapter Seven Your Child Can Succeed!
87(14)
Allow them to believe this by allowing them to struggle
Chapter Eight Your Child Can Make a Difference in the World!
101(18)
Kids who have a purpose in life are far more likely to find a purpose in school
Chapter Nine Loving Our Kids for Who They Are
119(19)
Children who are loved for who they are experience the freedom to become the best that they can be
About the Author 138(1)
Index 139

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