pt. 1. Understanding spirit
1. Who is the spirited child
2. A different point of view : building on the strengths
3. What makes kids spirited : why they do what they do
4. Matches and mismatches : parents and kids fitting together
pt. 2. Working with spirit
5. Extravert or introvert : finding the energy to cope
6. Intensity : diffusing the strong reactions
7. Persistence : choosing your battles
8. Sensitivity : understanding how they feel
9. Distractible or perceptive : helping them hear our instructions
10. Adaptability : making transitions easier
11. Regularity, energy, first reaction, and mood : understanding the "bonus traits"
12. Tantrums : spotting the triggers
pt. 3. Living with spirit
13. Planning for success : predicting and preventing the trouble spots
14. Bedtime and night waking
pt. 4. Socializing with spirit
17. Getting along with other kids
18. Holiday and vacation hot spots
Epilogue : the rose in my garden.
