Welcome
to the Active Parenting Online Learning Center,
a unique
library of video resources designed to help you get the most out of
the most important job in the world: being a parent! With any job
you do, whether it’s outside the home or running a household, having
excellent training makes everything easier, less stressful, and much
more enjoyable. Parenting is no exception.
Our goal at Active Parenting is to provide you with the tools and
knowledge to be the best parent you can, and to show you how to
raise children who are ready to succeed in the challenging 21st
century. For over 25 years we’ve helped literally millions of
parents through our seminars and workshops to awaken—or reawaken—the
joy of parenting. Now, with the help of the Internet, you can learn
these same proven methods from the convenience of your own home.
So let’s get started! You can begin by viewing our wide selection of
entertaining videos, or joining a six-week, interactive online
parenting class.
All of the details and information you need are below.
Enjoy!
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Take an Active Parenting workshop... from home.
Active
Parenting Online Groups “meet” over the internet. Each week for six
weeks you will enjoy entertaining videos and interact with other
parents in your group, while receiving expert advice and support
from your online leader. Best of all, you can participate
anytime-day or night, allowing you to set your own schedule.
Click on "More Details" for more information and to register for the next available group.
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View an Active
Parenting video.
From infancy to the teen years, you'll find a
video series that will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to
parent with confidence and satisfaction.
Click on the "More Details" buttons below each
series to discover the world of "Active" parenting.
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Parents!
Video Library
(for parents of children ages 1 to 4)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D., Betsy Gard, Ph.D., and
Marilyn Montgomery, Ph.D.
The 1,2,3,4 Parents! Downloadable Video Library is for parents of children ages
1 to 4. These videos address basic parenting skills, the stages of development,
and more. These videos are perfect for
new parents, teen parents and caregivers.
Each of the 3 videos in the series is 13-18 minutes long. Parent guides are also
available. Click on "More Details" below for a full description of each video
and for viewing information.
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Enhance the parenting knowledge you learn in the videos with an accompanying parent guide. Filled with Home Activities and Worksheets, you'll find this guide to be an invaluable resource for years to come.
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Active Parenting
Now
Video Library
(for parents of children ages 5 to 12)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D.
The Active Parenting Now Downloadable Video Library is for
parents of children ages 5 to 12. These videos address 3 major parenting
styles, communication skills, the 4 goals of behavior, ways to discuss drugs, alcohol,
violence and sexuality, and more.
Each of the 6 videos in the series is 23-28 minutes long. Parent guides
are also available. Click on "More Details" below for a full description of each
video and for viewing information.
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Enhance the parenting knowledge you
learn in the videos with an accompanying parent guide. Filled with Home
Activities and Worksheets, you'll find this guide to be an invaluable
resource for years to come.
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Active Parenting of Teens Video Library
(for parents of teens
and tweens)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D.
The Active Parenting of Teens (3rd edition) Downloadable Video
Library addresses issues facing today's teens, active communication
skills, using logical consequences to set limits, problem-prevention strategies, and more.
Each of the 6 videos in the series is 20-30 minutes long. Parent guides are also
available. Click on "More Details" below for a full description of each video
and for viewing information.
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Enhance the parenting knowledge you learn in the videos with an accompanying parent guide. Filled with Home Activities and Worksheets, you'll find this guide to be an invaluable resource for years to come.
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Active Parenting
for Stepfamilies Video Library
(for stepfamilies)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D. and Elizabeth Einstein,
MS, LMFT
The Active Parenting for stepfamilies Downloadable Video Library is for
stepfamilies. These videos address different parenting challenges, communication
and problem solving, challenge of discipline, and more.
Each of the 6 videos in the series is 20-46 minutes long. Parent guides are also
available. Click on "More Details" below for a full description of each video
and for viewing information.
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BabyCare Workshop
Video Library
(for parents of newborns)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D.
The BabyCare Workshop Downloadable Video
Library series demonstrates basic skills that are vital for newborn
care. These videos address issues such as handling, diapering, and
dressing, bath time, postpartum care, and more.
Each of the 3 videos in the series have 3 parts ranging from 9-16 minutes long.
Parent guides are also available. Click on "More Details" below for a full
description of each video and for viewing information..
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Parents on Board
Video Library
(Elementary)
(for parents of children in grade
3-6)
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by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D., Bettie B. Youngs, Ph.D., and Jane M. Healy, Ph.D.
The Parents on Board (Elementary) Downloadable Video Library
is for parents of children in grades 3-6. These videos address how
to recognize your child's learning style, helping your children with
academics really means, and more.
Each of the 3 videos in the series is 20-25 minutes long. Parent guides are also
available. Click on "More Details" below for a full description of each video
and for viewing information.
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