For years, millions of parents from all over the world have turned to the award-winning and best-selling 1-2-3 Magic program to help them get back in charge of their homes and learn how to enjoy their kids again.

1-2-3 Magic is a simple, precise and effective way of managing – gently and firmly – the behavior of children in approximately the two to 12 year old range.

Though it’s not really magic, thousands of parents have sworn that the program “works like magic” – quickly and effectively.

The 1-2-3 is what you might call a “parents in charge” strategy, but no arguing, yelling or spanking is allowed.

Raising kids is unexpectedly hard, and it really, really helps to know what you are doing.

If you are raising young children, 1-2-3 Magic might be your ticket to effective and enjoyable parenting for several reasons through three straightforward steps.

In 1-2-3 Magic, parents will learn:

Step 1: Controlling Obnoxious Behaviour

Step 2: Encouraging Good Behaviour

Step 3: Strengthening Your Relationship

CentaCare Parkes, through its Men and Family Relationships and Family Care programs, will be running the 1-2-3 Magic program over two nights - tomorrow Wednesday, October 26 and Wednesday, November 2 at the CentaCare office at 17 Church Street Parkes.

The program will run from 6pm until 8pm each night with a light supper provided.

Michael Browne, CentaCare Men and Family worker and Vanessa Smede, family worker said  the cost for the workshop is free but there will be limited spaces so be sure to call early and book your seat.

“We are really encouraging parents to attend together as managing behaviours is a team effort and should not be left to only one of the parents,” Mr Browne said.

“Organise a baby sitter and come along and enjoy the evening as the program is filled with humour, sharp insight and proven experience,” Ms Smede said. 

For more information or booking please call CentaCare Parkes on 6863 5426 to secure your seat.

Parent Praise for 1-2-3 Magic

“I highly recommend this book to any parent who is spending more time yelling at or nagging their children than smiling and laughing with them.”