Positive Parenting: Tips on Fathering. Workshop Guidelines.

This manual provides a model curriculum and resource materials for parenting education programs for fathers. The material focuses particularly on the interests and learning styles of men. Eight workshop sessions are described: fathering; playing; disciplining; listening; building; exploring; growing; and celebrating. Background information for facilitators explains the importance of fathers in the lives of their children; how to create father-friendly environments; child development from newborn to three years old; recipes; and ideas for projects and activities. Reading suggestions and handouts about child safety are also included.