Parent Power
What’s the “4:1 rule” taught for effective praise and correction?
Four positive statements for every one correction
What’s one example of a natural consequence youth might face?
Forgetting homework → getting a zero; being late → missing the bus
In a family meeting, what’s the rule about speaking?
Everyone gets a turn to talk without interruption
What is one example of an active listening behavior?
Making eye contact or nodding to show attention
What goes up but never comes down?
Age
What’s one phrase parents are encouraged to avoid when giving directions?
“Don’t” or “Stop” statements (focus on what to do instead)
On the “Peer Pressure” worksheet, name one of the four refusal skills youth practice.
Say no, walk away, suggest something else, or give a reason
The “Family Fun Time” worksheet encourages families to plan how many fun activities each week?
At least one
According to the “Positive Communication” worksheet, what’s one example of a put-down that should be avoided?
Calling names, interrupting, or rolling eyes
What month has 28 days?
All of them!
The “Family Rules” worksheet recommends how many rules at one time?
Five or fewer
The “Stress Busters” worksheet lists healthy ways to manage stress. Name one.
Exercise, talk to someone, write or draw, deep breathing
Daily Double: The Session 5 Family Practice focuses on praise. What’s the activity called where families compliment one another? Each team can answer and wager points.
The “Family Compliment Circle”
What does the “Fair Fighting Rules” worksheet say to do before you start a tough talk?
Calm down first
What has a face and two hands but no arms or legs?
A clock
What’s the recommended maximum time between a child’s misbehavior and the consequence?
Within one minute, so the connection is clear
Which session focuses on handling peer pressure for youth?
Session 8
The “Communication Game” worksheet teaches that what type of listening helps families feel heard?
Active listening
In the “Communication” worksheet, what are the three parts of an “I-message”?
“I feel ___ when ___ because ___.”
What’s something you can serve but never eat?
In the “Setting Limits” worksheet, what three things should parents be firm, fair, and ___?
Friendly
In the “Problem Solving” worksheet, what is one of the three steps to solving problems?
Define the problem, brainstorm options, choose the best one
The “Family Values” worksheet asks families to choose values to live by. Name one of the values given.
Honesty, respect, kindness, or responsibility
In the “Conflict Resolution Steps” worksheet, what’s the final step after reaching an agreement?
Follow through and check back later
I’m full of holes but I hold water. What am I?
A Sponge