Active parenting now in 3 your three part guide to a great family paperback april 27 2005 by michael h popkin author 50 out of 5 stars 5 ratings see all formats and editions. Active parenting now in 3 book read reviews from worlds largest community for readers with this friendly and action oriented guide dr michael popkin. Active parenting now in 3 parents guide sku 1933 1395 add to cart note this product is for is the old 2002 edition of this program it was revised and updated in 2014 under the new title active parenting 4th edition which is designed for classes of 3 4 or 6 sessions materials for the old edition will only be available while supplies last contact us to arrange for a preview of . The following is a brief summary of the three sessions of the active parenting program presented at mcds the program focuses on what parents need to do to help their children thrive in society today for more in depth information you can refer to the book active parenting now by michael popkin available in the mcds library session 1 styles of parenting o autocratic dictator one who . Active parenting involves the direct teaching of essential age appropriate skills to a child and greatly enhances the process of learning active parenting happens as you recognize teachable moments within your everyday activities and create meaningful experiences for your child teachable moments occur within your daily routines and family rituals when parents incorporate consistency