New York: Teachers College Press, Columbia University, (2008.). SIGNED first edition - Includes 16 highly practical guidelines to help you become a Positive Parent. Learn how to: give children warmth, acceptance, and respect; enjoy your children's development and be alert to special needs; use firm and fair leadership; avoid corporal punishment and verbal aggression; start early in preparing children for school; create a home environment that supports education; be an active partner with your child's school; manage your child's obesity and eating-related problems; teach children about substance abuse; teach children about sexuality; teach children to be financially successful and giving; manage your children's exposure and use of media and technology; maintain a healthy lifestyle; set a good example of life long learning and more. SIGNED on the title page. References, index. 251 pp. ISBN: 9780807748084.