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  • The New Strong-Willed Child

  • By: James C. Dobson
  • Narrated by: John Fuller
  • Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,040 ratings)

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The New Strong-Willed Child

By: James C. Dobson
Narrated by: John Fuller
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Publisher's summary

Dr. James Dobson has completely rewritten, updated, and expanded his classic best seller The Strong-Willed Child for a new generation of parents and teachers. The New Strong-Willed Child follows on the heels of Dr. Dobson's phenomenal best seller Bringing Up Boys. It offers practical how-to advice on raising difficult-to-handle children and incorporates the latest research with Dr. Dobson's legendary wit and wisdom.

The New Strong-Willed Child is for parents needing help dealing with sibling rivalry, ADHD, low self-esteem, and other important issues. This audiobook is a must-listen for parents and teachers struggling to raise and teach children who are convinced they should be able to live by their own rules!

©2004 James C. Dobson, Inc. (P)2004 Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

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Great for parents of kids all ages, lots of wisdom

Used the audible app and it took me less than a week to finish it.

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An invaluable resource full of Godly wisdom!

This book gave me reassurance that my husband and I are not alone in struggling to raise strong-willed children in loving, Christian homes, and it gave us tangible and practical tools to use immediately. The fact that Dr. Dobson roots everything he says in Biblical truth gives me confidence that his advice is consistent with God’s truth and his desire for families. This is an inspiring and confidence-building book for those who are blessed to be entrusted with strong-willed children!

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What an encouragement the second time around!

I will be re playing this yearly until my kids are grown! As we adopt an older child and go through some challenges that are unique I have found tremendous encouragement again from Dr Dobsons foundations!! Thank you Jesus-for this book!

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Evangelical Christian-based book

While there is nothing wrong with taking a Christian-based perspective to child raising, I do believe the fact this book relies solely on Christianity should have been included in the description. Those who are Jewish, Muslim or agnostic will likely feel disconnected when reading this book. If you want a book focused on raising a Strong-Willed child rather than stories about parents praying or “laying hands” on their children, I would suggest a myriad of other books available.

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Worth your time and attention

Very helpful for us with truly strong willed children. Encouraging as well — great stories are shared.

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Parents around the world should get this book!

It’s one of those that is a must read again and again. To be firm with love and not give into those strong will children

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Loving and kind structure for parents who need the hard truth and respect to preform dicapline.

I am thrilled this book has made it in to my life and as God's will always at the right time. Never to late and very much a humbling experience.

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Wow it is an incredibl book and very informative.

loved every chapter and the narrator is excellent. Relevant scriptures and taught me how to pray for my kids.

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Great read!

Loved the anecdotal references throughout the book. I had many "aha" moments regarding my own interactions with my strong willed child.

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LOVED IT!!!

loved it! it is very encouraging, wise and helpful, filled with advice, tips and practical examples. thank you!

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