Unconditional parenting book explanation most parenting books are "how do we make kids listen?" begins with the question and discusses ways to make them obey. in this truly groundbreaking book, Alfie Kohn says, “what do children need and how do we meet those needs?” he asks the question and explains methods aimed at working with children towards a healthy psychological development. The basic need of every child is to be loved unconditionally and to know that they will be accepted as they are, even if they are inadequate or fail. but the message that traditional parenting approaches, namely punishments (smack, satire, "break", etc.), rewards (praise, positive reinforcement, etc.), and other control methods give the child, is that they will receive love only if they please or affect us. in fact, most parents do not intend to send this message, but that's exactly the impression formed in the child's mind. Kohn, on the other hand, presents the devastating effects of creating the impression in question, with a large body of research that he has carefully analyzed. on the other hand, this book is not just a work of discipline. it also examines how adults treat children, what they think and feel about them, and invites parents to question basic assumptions about raising children. it also offers realistic strategies to use in giving children the unconditional support they need in order to abandon the techniques of doing and shift to the techniques of working with children, in other words, to become caring and responsible people. Examining parenting from a whole new angle, this book will reconnect parents with their highest instincts and inspire them from different directions in their efforts to parent their children even better. abandoning rewards and punishments and turning to love and rationalism alfie kohn - unconditional partnership abandoning rewards and punishments and turning to love and rationality alfie kohn unconditional, parenting. edition 2 “unconditional parenting will make you think long and hard about what kind of relationship you really want with your child, what your parenting priorities are, and how to avoid the mistakes made by older generations of parents. this book is one of Alfie Kohn's most important and persuasive works. for your child's sake… read this!” —ross w. greene, author of uncoupled children "a clever, thought-provoking piece of work... this literally book is going to piss off parents. but those who want to raise their children with love will no doubt hold fast to kohn's message." —publishers weekly "a great gift for parents! with countless studies, alfie kohn demonstrates the harms of mainstream parenting practices and offers solid alternatives for children to grow into responsible and caring individuals." —adele faber, communication with children and are sibling fights inevitable? “alfie kohn does the same thing again: he takes a subject (parenting) that has been researched and written about for years and has us adjust the lenses so we can see what it really is. it doesn't throw simple rules in front of parents, but offers deep insight and a solid foundation in raising children.” —joann deak, girls are different! the author said, "while reading unconditional parenting, I had to underline one of every two sentences. this book is simple and fun enough to get you through quickly, but with so much thought-provoking stuff in it you won't want to rush it." —barbara coloroso, the kids are worth it! author. more than 100 stocks are offered to be sold at the campaign price. the listed price is valid until October 16, 2026. This publication is ideal for readers seeking insightful and educational content. Prepared by experienced authors and printed with high-quality materials. Great for students, educators, and curious minds.