Cómo hacer que tus hijos te escuchen

With experience in child raising workshops and recent theoretical investigations, the authors offer strategies to communicate with children in a practical and congenial way. Taking the focus away from punishment and prizes, and with information dedicated to autistic children, this guides a parent on how to educate with patience, kindness, and support that raises cooperative children. 

“[Faber’s and King’s] creative ideas will help parents feel they are not alone in dealing with little runaways, arguments over tooth brushing, tattling, and numerous child-rearing dilemmas.’”—Publishers Weekly, on the English-language edition

"Yes, the How to Talk tools work for young children! It is never too soon to reflect children's emotions, acknowledge their wishes, and see things from their perspective. Faber and King are likewise, calm friends that arrive just in time to help you through the toughest moments, with no judging or shaming. In fact, they have just as much empathy for parents as they have for children. They understand that punishment and control are dead ends, and they offer a clear path towards cooperation and connection."—Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D., author of Playful Parenting, on the English-language edition

"This helpful gem of a book guides parents and other caregivers to tune in to the internal worlds of young children to allow their minds to be seen and respected. With practical suggestions and useful illustrations, the authors clearly convey these important steps to guiding our children's development. Cultivating such mindsight for our youth is essential to creating a kinder and more resilient next generation."—Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. Author, Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human and Executive Director, Mindsight Institute, on the English-language edition

Joanna Faber is an expert in upbringing and education who speaks at conferences and workshops. She lives in Putnam Valley, New York, with her husband and three children. Julie King is an educator who studied at Princeton University. She gives workshops for numerous schools, non-profits, and parent groups. She lives in the San Francisco Bay area.