Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.)

The Proven Program for Raising Responsible Children

By: Thomas Gordon

Narrated by: Jamie MacKenzie

P.E.T. began over 45 years ago as the first national parent-training program to teach parents how to communicate more effectively with kids and offer step-by-step advice to resolving family conflict so everybody wins. This beloved classic is the most studied, highly-praised, and proven parenting program in the world -and it will for you.

This ground-breaking book will show you:

How to avoid being a permissive parent.

How to listen so kids will talk to you and talk so kids will listen to you.

How to teach your children to "own" their problems and to solve them.

How to use the "No-Lose" method to resolve conflicts.

Using the timeless methods of P.E.T. will have immediate results: less fighting, fewer tantrums and lies, no need for punishment. Whether you have a toddler striking out for independence or a teenager who has already started rebelling, you'll find P.E.T. a compassionate, effective way to instill responsibility and create a nurturing family environment in which your children will thrive.

©2000 Thomas Gordon (P)2009 Big Happy Family, LLC

Great Communication Tool

What made the experience of listening to Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) the most enjoyable?

This was the best perspective on interpersonal communication and active listening that I've heard.

What did you like best about this story?

The fact that I tried the techniques and they actually work. The active listening worked with my Son (11), my Daughter (16), my wife, Brother, Sister-in-law.... This really works!

What’s an idea from the book that you will remember?

The roadblocks to active listening and communication.

Intelligent approach

This book confirmed my "different" parenting style. I really enjoyed it. It offers real life advice and a different perspective.

Must read for parents of teenagers

This book fixed my family. I suggest reading and rereading this book periodically to learn not to loose touch with our sweet wonderful children.

Very good book, the best on parenting by now.

I tried it on my kid and was remarkable. Read it and employ it!

An excellent book for parents. highly recommend. will help in building healthier relationships with children.