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Michael Grose I Parenting Toolbox

Dear Parents,

Welcome to Parenting Toolbox, a fortnightly newsletter for intelligent, stress-free parenting. We are now sharing the Parenting Toolbox with our parent community. 

Every newsletter is a parenting masterclass from 12-time author Michael Grose, delivering unique ideas and tools for intelligent, stress-free parenting.

Michael is a former teacher and one of Australia's leading parenting and educational writers and speakers. He is the author of 12 books for parents, including the best-selling Why First Borns Rule the World. Currently he supports over 1500 schools in Australia and internationally to build strong partnerships with their parent communities!

This newsletter will be sent out on alternate weeks to our usual Alamanda College newsletter. 

We hope our families find this resource helpful!

Parent Toolbox Newsletters

A Brilliant, New Tool that Builds Your Child's Calm Authority by Michael Grose

This calm, proactive approach builds your child’s emotional intelligence and breaks the cycle of dysregulation.

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Start Small, Do Less: Building Your Child's Agency and Your Own Peace of Mind by Michael Grose

Real competence is forged through experience, not gifted through perfect parenting

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2 Things Your Child's Bedroom Should Have to Feel Safe and Happy by Michael Grose

A cosy, personalised sanctuary helps your child feel secure, confident, and ready to take on the world.

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The Unflappable Parent! How to Master the Competencies That Matter. by Michael Grose

In a chaotic world, the secret to raising thriving kids doesn't lie in rigid parenting philosophies—it’s about consistently doing the little things well.

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