What’s Inside
✔ Insights into what’s really happening in the tween brain (and why it matters)
✔ Everyday connection builders that actually fit into busy life
✔ 30+ conversation starters that go beyond “How was school?”
✔ 40+ ready-to-use scripts for common tween clashes (from backtalk to refusals)
✔ Quick-reference cheat sheet for in-the-moment support
✔ Proactive scripts to build trust before conflict happens
✔ Reflection prompts to help you shift from tug-of-war to thoughtful guiding
✔ Jeanette’s notes and tips, drawn from lived parenting and coaching experience
Mini-FAQ
Q: Who is this guide for?
A: Parents and caregivers of tweens (ages 10–12) who want less conflict and more connection in everyday life.
Q: How long is it?
A: 11 value-packed pages + a bonus resources list (books + podcasts) for when you want to go deeper.
Q: Is this just theory, or will I get actual words to say?
A: This isn’t a lecture—it’s practical. You’ll get dozens of scripts like: “When they say ___, you say ___.” They’re conversational and realistic, written for real parents in real moments.