Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child’s Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days” by Dr. Kevin Leman is a practical guide for parents seeking effective strategies to address their child’s challenging behavior. The author highlights 5 key points that are a must know for every parent who mean well for their kids:

1. Purpose: The book aims to help parents reverse negative behavior in their children within a short timeframe—specifically, five days.
2. Approach: Dr. Leman combines wit, encouragement, and practical advice to empower parents to regain control and become the parents they aspire to be.
3. Topics Covered:
   • Attitude: Focusing on changing a child’s attitude, the book provides actionable steps for parents to address issues like defiance, negativity, and disrespect.
   • Behavior: Dr. Leman offers strategies to tackle behavioral challenges such as tantrums, disobedience, and sibling rivalry.
   • Character: The book emphasizes character development, teaching parents how to instill positive values and virtues in their children.
4. Realistic and Doable: Dr. Leman’s approach is accessible and applicable to everyday family life. He encourages parents to take charge and implement changes immediately.
5. Parental Responsibility: The title humorously suggests that it’s the parent who needs to change first, rather than expecting the child to transform instantly.