parenting books and other resources

Parenting Books and Media

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What Kids Need
4 Messages That Build Identity

Dive into our Parenting Framework!

Calming Strategies

7 Practical Calming Strategies for Kids

A FREE online mini-course for parents of children ages 2-9

60 Ways Moving and Laughing

60 Ways To Get Kids Moving and Laughing

Activities to calm and laugh with angsty kids

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Consequences That Actually Work

Get a perspective change on consequences

Spanish

Disciplina Que Conecta: El Manuel

DTC Workshop 1

Discipline That Connects 1-Hour Workshop

1 hour introduction to DTC

Dad Encouragement

Encouragement From a Dad Who Has Been There

To the dad getting bombarded after his wife listens to our podcast 😉

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Framework for Kids

Introduce your kids to the Framework

Anger

Helping Kids With Anger

Your child can learn healthy ways of dealing with big feelings.

Parenting Strengths

Parenting Strengths Assessment

Know your strengths. Take the free online assessment.

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Perspectives on Spanking

What does the Bible say on spanking? What does research say? Let’s talk.

Picky Picky! My Child Won't Eat Anything But Junk Food ebook

Picky Picky! My Child Won’t Eat Anything But Junk food

Bring peace to meal times.

Romans 8

Romans 8 Adaptation

Use this image pack to remind yourself of the radical love you are privileged to show your kids.

Serenity Prayer

The Serenity Prayer Adaptation

Learn to place in God’s hands what isn’t yours to control.

Sleep

Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles

Bring peace to your child’s body, mind, heart, and spirit. So they (and you!) can sleep well.

Podcast

Connected Families Podcast

Listen to our grace-filled podcast, full of practical examples and roleplays.

Blog

Parenting Tips Blog

Christ-centered, research-informed, and trauma-sensitive articles so you can parent with confidence

Books & Audiobooks

While Jim & Lynne Jackson have written some excellent books, we also from time-to-time recommend other resources for families, for everything from communicating your faith to your children to teaching empathy for others. If you’re interested in that list, check out our external resources.

Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart

DTC Book

Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Book

Disciplining a child is tough. Get ready for a practical read that empowers to connect and teach wisdom.

DTC Audio Download

Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Audiobook

Jim & Lynne Jackson read their life-changing book in this audio recording.

DTC Audio CD

Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Audiobook CD

Jim & Lynne Jackson read their life-changing book in this audio recording.

How To Grow a Connected Family

HTGCF Book

How To Grow a Connected Family

Grow a family that is connected and loving

Online Courses & Small Group Curriculum

OC DTC

Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Online Course

Learn how to show God’s grace, love, and truth in the middle of your child’s most challenging behavior.

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The Entitlement Fix – Online Course

Grow hard work and gratitude in your kids

OC GT for Moms

Grace & Truth for Moms

Resilience in tough times, anchored in God’s truth, could be the best legacy you leave behind.

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Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life – Online Course

Bedtimes, screens, chores, and meals.

OC Power of Questions

The Power of Questions – Online Course

Less Arguing. More Wisdom.

OC Sibling Conflict

Sibling Conflict – Online Course

Teach your kids healthy ways to handle conflict, and let them go from bickering to bonding

OC SI kids

Sensitive & Intense Kids – Online Course

Navigating Parenting Challenges with Purpose and Hope

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Small Group Curriculum

Learn how you can go through the online courses with your small group.

Discipline That Connects Workbook

DTC Workbook

Receive a printed workbook, plus a magnet, to follow along with your coursework.

Discipline That Connects Workbook

POQ Workbook

Receive a printed workbook to follow along with your coursework.

SI Workbook Magnet

S&I Workbook

Receive a printed workbook, plus a magnet, to follow along with your coursework.

Parent Coaching

Parent Coaching

Parent Coaching

Invest in your family

Parent Coaching Certification

Parent Coaching Certification Program

Become a parent coach

Miscellaneous Goodies

Gift Card

Gift Card

Give someone the chance to grow in their parenting

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4 Messages Word Art

Display these 4 messages in a beautiful way

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Connected Families Coffee Cup

COMING SOON!

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Stickers for Parents

Convenient parenting reminders for your water bottle, computer, or wherever you need them

Framework Magnet

Framework Magnet

Place it where things often fall apart to remind yourself of who you want to be in conflict

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Framework Magnet – Set of 5

For you and your friends

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Parenting Reminders Bundle

Magnet, Wall Art, & Stickers

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Quick Guide for Parenting

Keep them nearby!

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Insiders Team

Join the community

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Prayer Team

Pray with us

Especially for Chinese-Speaking Parents

Traditional Chinese 4 Messages

每個孩子都渴望聽到的四條信息

「心連心的管教」概述 獨特的育兒框架介紹

Simplified Chinese 4 Messages 1

每個孩子都渴望聽到的四條信息

“心连心的管教”概述 独特的育儿框架介绍

Traditional Chinese Blog

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親子教育文章分享

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亲子教育文章分享

Especially for Spanish-Speaking Parents

Familias Conectadas

Familias Conectadas

Less arguing. More wisdom.

That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course.

$35