1-2-3 Magic: 3-Step Discipline for Calm, Effective, and Happy Parenting

by Thomas Phelan

Everywhere you go, you keep overhearing other moms say to their misbehaving children, 'That's one. That's two. That's three.' And then you watch in disbelief as their kid actually stops! - PopSugar Moms

Are you the parent of a strong-willed child? Is bedtime a nightly battle? Are you looking to get your kids to behave without yelling? Whether you have a toddler, preschooler, or school-aged child, this gentle parenting book can help you create a calm, happy home.

"Phelan's method has a proven track record of ending the negotiations and getting kids back on track... 1-2-3 Magic is the gold standard of child discipline for good reason." - Library Journal STARRED

Since kids don't come with a manual, 1-2-3 Magic is the next best thing. Dr. Thomas Phelan has developed the #1 selling child discipline book in the country—a quick, simple, and scientifically proven way to parent that actually works!

Using his signature counting method, Dr. Phelan helps parents to quickly, calmly, and effectively stop behaviors like:

• Tantrums and meltdowns
• Whining and pouting
• Talking back
• Sibling rivalry

He guides parents through drama-free discipline methods that will help with:

• Getting kids to listen
• Dealing with difficult/spirited children
• How to discipline a toddler
• What to do about sibling rivalry
• No drama when you discipline

Dr. Phelan also covers how you can easily establish positive routines with children ages 2 - 12 around:

• Bedtime
• Dinnertime
• Homework
• Getting up and out in the morning

Plus, tips for strengthening your relationship with your kids. Millions of parents from all over the world have used the award-winning 1-2-3 Magic to raise happier families and put the fun back into parenting, combining love and logic to make you a more peaceful parent with a happy kid.

"1-2-3 Magic simplifies everything I've read in other books, which makes it very easy to follow. Our home has become a much more positive place." - Real parent

"I was desperate for a change in my family dynamics. This book was the answer!" - Real parent

1-2-3 Magic is one of Healthline's Best Parenting Books of 2017, a 2016 Mom's Choice Award Winner, a 2016 National Parenting Product Award Winner, and a 2016 Family Choice Award Winner.

320 pages; Published: 02/02/2016