How to Win Friends and Influence Parents

A parody of Dale Carnegie's classic - written especially for 9-year-olds!

Part Two: Six Ways to Make Parents Say "Yes"

Welcome to Part Two of your journey to becoming a parent-influencing expert! Now that you've learned the fundamental techniques, it's time to discover six powerful ways to make your parents more likely to say "yes" to your requests.

These six chapters will teach you how to create positive connections with your parents that make them naturally want to help you and give you what you want. These techniques are like having secret superpowers that most kids don't know about!

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Be Genuinely Interested in Your Parents' Boring Stories

Learn why showing interest in what your parents care about is the fastest way to get them interested in what YOU care about.

"Have you ever noticed how your parents can talk FOREVER about things that seem super boring? What if I told you that showing interest in these 'boring' adult topics is like having a secret password that unlocks the 'yes' vault?"

Read Chapter 4
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The Power of Your Secret Weapon - The Smile

Discover how your smile can be a powerful tool for getting what you want from your parents.

"Did you know that you have a secret weapon that can make parents more likely to say yes, and it doesn't cost anything to use? It's something you were born with—your smile!"

Read Chapter 5
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Why Parents Go Crazy When You Say Their Names

Learn the magic effect of using your parents' names in the right way at the right time.

"There's a word that each person loves to hear more than any other word in the world. Want to know what it is? Their own name! And this works especially well with parents."

Read Chapter 6
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Become a Super Listener and Watch the Magic Happen

Master the art of listening to become the kind of kid that parents love to help.

"Most kids think the way to get what they want is by talking A LOT. But what if I told you that sometimes the best way to get what you want is to stop talking and start listening?"

Read Chapter 7
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Talk About What Your Parents Love (Even If It's Boring)

Discover how talking about your parents' interests can make them much more interested in yours.

"Have you ever noticed how some kids seem to get everything they want from their parents? One of their secrets is that they talk about what their parents love—even if they personally find it super boring!"

Read Chapter 8
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Make Your Parents Feel Like Superheroes

Learn how making your parents feel important and appreciated can transform them into your biggest supporters.

"Have you ever noticed how your teacher lights up when a student says, 'This is the best lesson ever!'? Parents are no exception—they love to feel important and special too!"

Read Chapter 9
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