Madge C. (dmconn1) reviewed on 12/5/2008 + 234 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 2

I really liked Thomas Phelan's book, 1-2-3 Magic, but I didn't agree with everything in this book. Although valid points are made, I didn't think some of the items would work in my household. I'm sure I will walk away with some insightful ideas to try, but I felt the book gave too much power to the adolescent. I understand raising a 13 year old is different than raising a 7 year old, and maintaining sound relationships are important, but I almost felt after reading this, that once a child becomes a teen they are already molded and there is nothing you can do but ride it out. I agree with his MBA (minor but aggravating) issues that are sometimes just not worth fighting about.

This specific book was copyrighted in 1998. So much has changed in our world since then regarding technology, and with that said an updated writing might be helpful.

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