Please Listen Up, Parents!
by Cameron Colan, Grace Colan and Lexi Colan
Something is missing in all the talk about parenting: a kid’s perspective!
So, from the mouths of babes this book reveals 12 secrets parents need to know along with disarmingly wise insights from these three young siblings.
Listen to your kids and apply these insights to build a stronger team on the home front.
Please Listen Up, Parents is written by kids for parents and leaders. It has application to the work front and the home front.
Elevate your leadership and your parenting by applying this simple wisdom from the mouths of babes found in this rapid-read book designed for today’s busy parent/leader a home.
Foreword by Tom Ziglar.
ENDORSEMENTS
“Parenting is the most rewarding and humbling experience in life. This book is a wonderful instruction manual for parents of kids of all ages. Enjoy their wisdom and apply their practical insights to help your family grow. Read and listen up!”
– David Cottrell Father, grandfather and best-selling author of Monday Morning Leadership
“Listen Up has just escalated to the top of my list as my #1 gift I’ll give to
expectant and seasoned parents, and maybe to a parent and child together. After
all, this book can be that magical conversation-starter when a parent or teen is
trying to open up and have a meaningful conversation.”
– Colleen Townsley Brinkmann, CFRE, Chief Philanthropy Officer, North Texas Food Bank
“Scripture reminds us to be ‘quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.’ As parents, here’s our opportunity to listen up! The Colan kids offer us sound advice from the children’s perspective. Using Biblical wisdom and practical examples this book offers every parent fresh new insights in understanding and raising their kids to be all God created them to be.”
– Karol Ladd, Author of The Power of a Positive Mom
“OHMYGOSH! I LOVE THIS BOOK! What an ingenious idea – intriguing enough to get me to open it up BUT the advice, the quotes, the action steps were all so amazing! I only wish the Colan kids had written this 15 years ago before my kids were grown! I could have used their advice! Real advice from real kids that makes real sense! A must-read for all parents and want-to-be parents! Will surely be on the best-sellers list for years to come!”
– Robin Corbin, Independent Consultant/Executive Regional Vice President, Arbonne International
“The Colan kids have done a great job of capturing some important life lessons in 12 easy to understand
principles (even for adults. This short book makes it easy to put the concepts into practice. The “Ideas for
Action” sections help parents build their relationship with children of any age. Well done!”
– David Reed, Customer Centered Consulting Group, Author, A Culture of Service
“What a thoughtful and eye-opening book! I have three grown children and would have loved to read this
book 20 years ago, yet the material remains timeless! It’s important for parents to recognize that perception is
everything and though parents act with the best of intentions, those intentions may not always be seen that
way. We need to stop and take a closer look at how our children think and perceive the messages we are
sending. There’s a lot to learn about human interaction in this book that extends beyond the parent-child
relationship!”
– Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online
“As a Mom of 3 kiddos I find this read intentional, insightful and inspiring. The candidness and practicality
from these young authors make it not just a one-time read, but an ongoing resource for family life.”
– Rhonda France, RHIA, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, MCMC LLC
“Wow and Wow. What an amazing book. And to think it is written by the wisdom of children. I couldn’t put it
down … and I’m a grandmother! I especially like the parts at the end of each chapter called Reminders and
Ideas for Action. Very contemporary thinking that drives accountability. Great job!”
– Valerie Sokolosky, PCC & Master Brand Strategist, Author/Executive Coach
“These awe inspiring young authors give every parent foundational tips for building stronger relationships with
your own children. They write from the heart, encourage us and share strategies to apply parenting principles
that work for our children.”
– Mary Anne Wihbey-Davis, Sales and Peak Performance, Expert/Trainer/Author
“Listen Up. Parents is an incredible reminder for the need to listen with our eyes, pay close attention with our
hearts, and be vulnerable to the ones we love the most on this earth, our children. This book will be a
tremendous resource to any parent who listens to these wise, young voices.”
– Liz Morris, Author, Seekers
“Finally, practical insights and tools to build healthy relationships with children in today’s world. This book’s
unique perspective, real-life examples and actionable ideas, make it a must-read for every parent.”
– Sherry Nielsen, Chief Marketing Strategist, Marketing Interventions
“What a fresh perspective on parenting! I only wish I had this book when my daughter was younger, though it
applies throughout life. It was truly eye-opening to see parenting from a kid’s perspective….this is really a
parenting reference guide to be read again and again!”
– Christi Sterling, Co-Founder, LockerLookz
“Please Listen Up , Parents is filled with revelations from a child’s perspective. What a gift to read about the
benefits of parents and children paying attention to each other and caring about each other’s perspective. The
12 secrets reveal a ‘you plus me’ mindset that results in an uplifting and heartwarming read.”
– Jo Ann Botts, Ed D., Retired School Administrator
“What a gem! This is a book parents and kids alike would benefit from reading. As busy parents getting insight
into our kid’s world and effectively parenting is a challenge. Cameron, Grace and Lexi Colan offer us the
opportunity to see the world through the eyes of our kids and what they need and value from us as parents.
Each chapter of this insightful book offers practical advice and action items for enhancing your family
relationships. Much appreciated…. Thank you!”
– Dave & Tina Borden
“This rapid-read book meets the needs of today’s busy parents and helps them see things from a different
perspective – their kids’ perspective! I was encouraged and felt empowered to
Apply these wonderful insights to build stronger family relationships.”
– Jana Baker, Executive Director of Learning & Development, Nueterra
“Today more than ever, it’s tough to be a parent and we need a support system, God’s grace, wisdom, and
prayer to survive in the jungle of distractions and over commitments of our busy lives. We forget that one of
the greatest gifts we can give our kids is our time. This is where every relationship starts and ends. The Colan
kids remind us parents of this and are the voice for all kids! This book is easy to read, inspirational, and gives
every parent encouragement to carry on, even when we fall down. A must read for every parent. Thank you
Colan family for sharing your stories from your heart.”
– Tammie Parnell, Owner, Bacio Fashion Accessories
“I just read the book, and I especially like the accuracy of the “12 Secrets”, but also the way they closed each
chapter with “Back on the Job” reminders. We’re going to make sure both our girls’ husbands read “Listen
Up” as they are trying to be the best parents to our 6 grandchildren that they can be. Thanks again for sharing
this terrific resource for parents!”
– Eric Harvey, President, WalkTheTalk.com