From the Book - Third edition.
Understanding spirit. Who is the spirited child? ; A different point of view: building on the strengths ; What makes kids spirited?: why they do what they do ; Matches and mismatches: parents and kids fitting together
Working with spirit. Extrovert or introvert: finding the energy to cope ; Intensity: diffusing your child's strong emotions begins with you ; Intensity: teaching your child self-regulation skills ; Meltdowns: what to do when everything falls apart ; Persistence: choosing your battles, when to say yes ; Persistence: choosing your battles, saying no ; Sensitivity: understanding how they feel ; Distractible or perceptive: helping them hear our directions ; Adaptability: making transitions easier ; Regularity, energy, first reaction, and mood: understanding the "bonus" traits
Living with spirit. Planning for success: predicting and preventing the trouble spots ; Bedtime and night waking ; Mealtime ; Getting dressed
Socializing with spirit. Getting along with other kids ; Holiday and vacation hot spots ; Success in school
Enjoying spirit. Epilogue: the rose in my garden.