From the heart of parenting comes a simple idea: children are people, deserving of the same respect, care, and understanding we offer one another. Parenting That Works: A "People First" Approach offers parents a way to respond to their child's needs with an awareness of the person their child is becoming, not just what's happening in the moment. Through everyday moments-both ordinary and challenging-this book shares practical approaches for connecting with and understanding your child throughout the many stages of family life. Drawing on years of experience as a parent and a new grandparent, Karen Randall shares reflections, stories, and guidance that are thoughtful and practical without being overwhelming-meant to work in real homes, with real children, and within real constraints. This is not a book about perfection or rigid rules. It's an invitation for parents to make thoughtful choices, support their children in becoming themselves, and grow alongside them-one moment at a time.