Teach Them to Work: Building a Positive Work Ethic in Our Children, Paperback

Do your children exhaust you? Have you found yourself finishing their chores because it's, well, easier than getting them to do them? If so, this book will give you new energy, and your household new harmony. This book will help your children develop a good work ethic.

Mary Beeke, healthcare professional, educator, and mother first helps you absorb parenting principles and then gives you practical principles to bring clarity to roles in your home. Mary breaks down the principles into manageable chunks so whether you want a reflective study to bring radical change in your life, or just need a shot in the arm, she has you covered.

Table of Contents:

Introduction: How Work Began

PART 1: Parental Principles

1. Work Is Good for Kids

2. Foundations

3. It's in the Atmosphere

4. Subdue Their Will to Set Them Free

5. Turn Over the Reins

6. Custom Training

7. Together Time

8. Don't Spare for Their Crying

9. Praying and Thinking

10. Monitor Screen Time

PART 2: Practical Principles

11. Good No Matter What

12. Work Is What We Do

13. Let's Go!

14. With All Your Might

15. Work Smart

16. Overcome Obstacles

17. Time Is a Treasure

18. Take Care of Your Stuff

19. Follow Your Talents

20. Natural Consequences

21. Enjoy the Good of Your Labor

22. Enjoy Your Labor

23. Rest and Perfect Work

About author(s):

Mary Beeke is the mother of Calvin, Esther, and Lydia. She has served as a registered nurse and an elementary teacher and has an M.A.T. in learning disabilities from Calvin College.