Crying in the checkout lane, squabbling with playmates over a new toy, or refusing to go to bed on time. Common Sense Parenting skills can help you handle these day-to-day challenges you face with your young child. Included in this book is: How to set reasonable expectations based on your child's age, development, and abilities. How to give your child all the nurturing, love, and praise he or she needs to thrive. How to use a parent's version of "show and tell" to both prevent problems and correct misbehavior. How to create plans for staying calm for you and your child.