Educator & Daycare Providers

Ninety-three percent of schools say kindergartners today "have more behavioral problems than were seen just five years ago." (Parents Survey on Discipline, Chicago Sun - Times, January 2004)

• "We send TimeOut Tot home as an "assignment" for parent and child to watch together - says kindergarten teacher and mother, Bonnie Rohm.
  
  
• "Misbehavior is a tough subject to broach with parents of a difficult child. TimeOut Tot allows me to address the problem without personally confronting them." - says preschool director and mother, Debbie Bacino

Thirty-six percent of teachers say they lose two or more hours of teaching time each week because of discipline problems. (American Federation of Teachers)

• "It's another pair of hands at a time when a parent (teacher or caregiver) needs it most." - says kindergarten teacher and mother, Nancy Decker "
  
  
• "Children are captivated by loveable little Tot, and so they listen and learn from his lessons"- says Kindergarten Teacher of the Year and mother, Melanie Arms
  
  
• "All I have to do now is refer to Tot and the children remember "the rule." - says Nena Soltani grandmother and day care director.

A February 2003 study found that 58 percent of those surveyed said that discipline was a "serious problem" facing classroom teachers (Southern Media & Opinion Research, Inc.)

• "TimeOut Tot helps bridge the gap between home and day care and enables a consistent approach to disciplining." - says preschool director and mother Kathy Martinee
  
  
• "We have incorporated TimeOut Tot into our curriculum because the children have responded so well to Tot. Now, the children remind each other of 'what Tot says' about whining or pushing." - says mother and assistant daycare director, Linda Blanks
  
  
• " I bring my own DVD player from home so that I can show TimeOut Tot to my class. Sure it's a hassle, but it's a lot easier than dealing with discipline problems." - says kindergarten teacher and mother, Leslie Henzie.
  

"Disciplining is the second greatest challenge facing parents today!" (Parenting Today, April 2001)

• "A DVD that teaches good behavior…and has proven success…there isn't a parent who wouldn't buy one!?" - says mother Dessa Meyer
  
  
• "Understanding these are NORMAL preschool behaviors and my role as "teacher," has given a whole new meaning to my role as mother…and a brighter outlook to my day!" - says mother and Sunday preschool director Molly Gervais

Forty percent of youngsters who showed "appropriate friendliness and self-control" at age three grew into well-rounded teenagers and adults. (Otago University, New Zealand)

• "I want the best for my child, so I buy nothing but the best. If it doesn't come highly recommended or have a Parents Choice Award sticker on it, I won't buy it. TimeOut Tot comes with both!" - says elementary school teacher and mother Nancy Decker
  
  
• "If my pediatrician "prescribes" something, I take it. So, I took Tot home…and now we're all feeling better!" - says mother Ellen Rhomberg
  

Eighty-eight percent of grandparents feel that parents today let their kids get away with too much. (CBSNews.com)

• "When I sent my daughter TimeOut Tot as a gift, I didn't have to say a word. And, she just said one, "Thanks." - says grandmother Jeanne Jennett
  
  
• "There's no one like grandma of course, but when I'm not around, Tot's the next best thing!"- says grandmother Priscilla Bolger
  

Twenty-one percent of parents say they have a child with a discipline problem. (Fairfield Research, Child Magazine)

• "The parenting tips have helped me understand my child better, and as a result, it has stretched my level of patience." - says mother Meg Vail
  
  
• " Before TimeOut Tot came into our house, there was many-a-day when the frustration level reached "extreme." Now, my son and I have a better understanding of how we both should behave." - says mother Casey Riley

Professionals

Eighty-four percent of parents believe it's essential for their children to be courteous and polite, but only 34% percent feel they have succeeded in teaching them this. (Public Agenda, 2002)

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  "TimeOut Tot is a non-threatening, non-judgmental, backyard squirrel that the kids really listen to." - says pediatrician and mother, Peggy Legault
  
  
• "Tot is friendly little helper that appears at a time when parents need it most. A terrific tension tamer!" - says child psychologist and mother, Lisa Hinz