How to Win Friends and Influence Parents

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

Part Three: How to Get Parents to Agree With You

Welcome to Part Three of your journey to becoming a parent-influencing expert! This is where you'll learn the most advanced techniques for getting your parents to agree with your ideas and requests.

These twelve powerful chapters will teach you how to handle disagreements, present your ideas effectively, and transform even the most reluctant parents into willing allies. These are the master-level skills that will make you a true expert in the art of parent persuasion!

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Why You Can't Win an Argument With Parents (And What to Do Instead)

Discover why arguing never works and learn the better approach that actually gets results.

"Have you ever tried to win an argument with your parents? And how did that work out for you? If you're like most kids, probably not very well! In fact, arguing with parents usually makes them MORE determined to stick with their original 'no.'"

Read Chapter 10
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Never Tell Your Parents They're Wrong (Even When They Are)

Learn why telling parents they're wrong is the fastest way to hear "NO" and what to do instead.

"Have you ever been ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN that your parents were wrong about something? In these moments, it's SO tempting to say those four dangerous words: 'You are SO wrong!'"

Read Chapter 11
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The Amazing Power of Admitting When You Messed Up

Discover how admitting your mistakes can actually help you get what you want.

"Have you ever broken something in the house and tried to hide it? Or 'forgotten' to mention that you got in trouble at school? What if I told you that admitting your mistakes quickly and honestly is actually a SUPERPOWER?"

Read Chapter 12
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Start With a Yes (Before Asking for What You Really Want)

Learn how to begin conversations in a friendly way that makes parents more receptive.

"Have you ever noticed how quickly the mood can change when you start a conversation with your parents? If you begin with complaints, demands, or whining, the conversation usually goes downhill fast."

Read Chapter 13
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The Secret Trick That Makes Parents More Likely to Agree

Master the technique of getting your parents to say "yes" to small things first.

"Have you ever noticed how once your parents start saying 'no,' they seem to keep saying 'no' to everything else you ask? It's like 'no' becomes their favorite word! But the opposite is also true."

Read Chapter 14
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The Magic of Letting Parents Do the Talking

Discover the surprising power of letting your parents talk about their concerns.

"Have you noticed how some kids try to win arguments with their parents by talking faster, louder, and MORE than anyone else? But here's a surprising secret: The most successful kids often do the OPPOSITE."

Read Chapter 15
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