LEWISTON — Advocates for Children will offer the following parenting classes in September:

Parenting 101, Good Discipline, Good Kids: The class will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8. Respectful communication between parents and children is the key to good discipline. Participants will learn why bribes, threats and grounding doesn’t always work. Parents that take this class will learn how to engage cooperation, effectively set rules and expectations, how to problem solve, alternatives to punishment, accept and respect children’s feelings and manage anger. Registration is required. The fee is $5. The class is recommended for parents with children ages 5 to 12.

Parenting 201, Keeping Peace at Home: The class will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. The class will help parents understand why conflict occurs, how to prevent it and how to reach a peaceful resolution. It will help parents acquire a more peaceful, harmonious life at home. Registration is required. The fee is $5. The class is recommended for parents with children ages 5 to 12.

Both classes will be held at Advocates for Children at the B Street Community Center, 57 Birch St. Suite 204, Lewiston.
To register or for more information, call 783-3990 or e-mail [email protected].