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The single biggest mistake that parents make when teaching their children organizational skills is this: It is EASIER to do things yourself! You know this, I know this, yet we cannot seem to stop doing it. As the adult, you do things faster, more efficiently, and with less mess. Additionally, if you do it yourself, you do not have to listen to complaining, back talk, sighing, be the recipient of an overly dramatic eye roll or put up with a tantrum. There are a multitude of reasons for doing things yourself, too many to mention, yet there is just one reason to stop: you are doing more harm than good. Living better with organized children is possible and the organizational skills you teach your children will effect their success in school and in life. This non-traditional organizing book examines organization at its fundamental level and breaks down the concept of organization into 15 teachable skills you can use every day with children of all ages. This book is NOT a how to organize your child's room, toys, backpack or locker. There are no before and after pictures, no lists of shoulds and should nots . If that is the book you are looking for, go ahead and put this one down, I don't want you to be disappointed. We speak in sound bites, read Facebook posts and use 140 characters in a twitter message. Life is good, fast, technological, and sometimes out of control. Parenting is full of quick thinking, on your toes, problem solving. Our children and our lives bombard us every day with questions, problems, messes and more. In those moments you will recall a phrase, a mantra or a quote that will guide your next move. This book tells the stories and experiences of thousands of children and families; stories that will resonate with you and help you with your family. Organization is not about being perfect. It is about living better and the only mistake is not to begin...

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Lisa Bates has a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Certification to teach Behavioral Sciences, and a degree in Business Administration. From school administrator and non-profit executive, to teacher, coach, counselor and mom, Lisa has extensive experience, knowledge and training in the education field working with children from cradle to college. Currently, Lisa owns and operates LB Living Better an organizational and educational services business. Lisa is a seasoned, energizing, humorous, workshop presenter. As a mother of three teenagers including twin boys, Lisa is active in many youth sport and art organizations as well as serving on numerous local boards and committees. Lisa maintains her sanity by writing, travelling and walking her dogs on the shores of Cape Cod.

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