The survey results indicated that residents are interested in parenting advice.  The following are videos that are available at the Corvallis Public Library.  If you are interested in viewing any of the videos as a community event, please Contact OC Community Assistants Kari Hancock, Apt 147, 754-7363, or Heidi Beery, Apt 252, 757-1171.

1-2-3 magic: training your preschoolers and preteens to do what you want!

Thomas W. Phelan. 1990. VIDEO 649.64 ONE  

1-2-3 magic is a simple, practical guide to increase the self esteem of yourself and your child. How to get your child to stop misbehavioring and start acting as a well behaved child should.

 The children are watching

An Arnold Shapiro Production in association with the USAA Educational Foundation ; directed by Susan Mary Carney ; written by Jean O'Neill and Arnold Shapiro ; produced by Debra Marie Simon. VIDEO 649.1 CHILDREN  

A must-see for anyone who has ever wondered, "Why does my child act like this?" 'The children are watching' reveals the unintentional but often destructive impact of parents' behavior on their children.

 Daring to parent in the 90's

Foster 1993. VIDEO 649.1 DARING  

Dr. Cline presents practical techniques for raising children to lead thoughtful, caring and loving lives.

How to behave so your children will, too!

Severe, Sal  2000 VIDEO 649.1 SEVERE  

"This video will teach you how to teach your children to behave, how to listen--the first time, and how to be more cooperative. It shows you how to be consistent and manage your anger. It explains how to prevent arguments and power struggles. This video will make discipline simple and your life easier. You will even learn how to enjoy being a parent"—

How to talk so kids will listen

Faber, Adele. 1989 VIDEO 649.1 HOW V.01  

Combines role playing and group discussion with dramatizations to introduce principles that can help families achieve harmony. 1. Helping children deal with their feelings (27 min.) -- 2. Engaging cooperation (25:30 min.) -- 3. Alternatives to punishment (21:23 min.) -- 4. Encouraging autonomy (26:10 min.) -- 5. Praise (27:30 min.) -- 6. Freeing children from playing roles (24:10 min.)

Mister Rogers talks with parents about discipline

Rogers, Fred  198-?] VIDEO 649.64 MISTER  

Fred Rogers talks with parents about such issues as: How much discipline is too much? How can you make a child understand that the limits a parent sets are for a child's own good? Will a child who's being punished still love his or her parents?

Parents as tutors: helping with homework

Smith, Carl Bernard  1995 VIDEO 371.3028 PARENTS  

"Any child will be a more successful student if she feels that she is making progress. As a parent, you are in the best position to promote this sense of success. First of all, your child trusts and looks up to you and wants to please you. In addition, you can work with your child in the comfortable, familiar surroundings of your own home, where the pressures of getting good grades and of competing with other students are not present. You are ideally suited to encourage your child's successes and to help him work through areas of difficulty in homework assignments."

Star parenting

Fox, Bob  1997 VIDEO 649.1 FOX 

A parenting program designed for parents of young children. Combines the latest scientific knowledge with practical experience and demonstrates strategies that can be used in various situations.

Straight answers to tough questions parents face: children ages 13-18

1991 VIDEO 649.125 STRAIGHT  

With love & wisdom kit : a parenting program

Martinez, Calif  1994 VIDEO 649.122 WITH V.01

Pt.1. [From birth-6 months] Getting acquainted -- For your infant -- For new parents -- Pt.2. [From 7-14 months] Remarkable firsts -- For your baby -- Positive parenting -- What babies need and want -- Creating a nurturing, safe environment -- Resolving parental conflicts & improving communication -- Pt.3. [From 15-24 months] I am me -- For your toddler -- Growing every way -- Talking, eating & sharing -- Dealing with tantrums -- Resolving parental conflicts about limits.

Hope to see you at the next event!