September 2014Vol. 15, No. 8Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed a free, online resource for parents of 2 to 4 year olds that addresses many parenting challenges, including tantrums and whining. Essentials for Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers provides research-based information intended to help parents build positive, healthy relationships and handle children's challenging behaviors.
Positive parenting skills, tips, and techniques are presented in a variety of articles; frequently asked questions are answered by parenting experts; and videos, interactive activities, and free print resources and are available in each of the following areas:
- Overview of Essentials
- Communicating With Your Child
- Creating Structure and Rules
- Giving Directions
- Using Consequences
- Using Time-Out
View Essentials for Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers on the CDC website: