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From the bestselling authors of The Montessori Toddler and The Montessori Baby, this book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world. When children are given independence, the...

A paradigm-shifting guide for parents and caregivers, this book offers insights, strategies and understanding to navigate middle childhood (ages 6-12). Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, a seasoned clinical psychologist and mother, highlights ways to foster resilience, encourage open communication and build lasting connections during this crucial period.

Rediscover the pure delight of parenting with 75+ playful activities that help kids focus their attention, calm their bodies, and let go of anxiety—from the bestselling author of Breathe Like a Bear. What if your chaotic mornings, bedtime battles with your child, and their transition meltdowns...

Like most parents, Amy and Jeffrey Olrick left the hospital with their first child desperate to know, "What do we do?" But years of parenting three kids and Jeffrey's work as a child psychologist convinced them to ask a better question: "How shall I be with this new person?" In a culture...

An invaluable resource for parents who hope their little boys will grow up to be the kind of men who know which fork to use, how to treat others, and generally make their parents proud. How to Raise a Gentleman focuses on real-life topics such as: being a good sport, play dates, and - especially...

The hidden science addicting kids... stealing childhood “It’s just a game”… “Social media is how kids talk today”… “Online video is just like TV” If these claims are true, why can’t kids look up from their screens? Why are children and teens turning their backs on family, school, the outdoors, and all things real world to live on phones and video game players? Richard Freed, a child and adolescent psychologist, reveals why in his book Better Than Real Life, as he unveils Silicon Valley’s secret science of persuasive design.

Rewilding Childhood. What if you could give your child a childhood filled with wonder, creativity, and deep emotional connection—without endless screen time or rigid schedules? In Rewilding Childhood, you’ll discover how to harness the power of play and nature to nurture confidence, resilience, and joy in your child’s life. Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, this book will empower you to raise a happier, more resilient child by embracing the joy of play and the healing power of nature.

The Manual is a roadmap for teachers on how to create a classroom culture of caring, creativity, learning and emotional health. Increasingly progressive educators are focusing on play-based learning and social-emotional development, but The Happiest Preschool: A Manual for Teachers is unique in providing a comprehensive and thorough discussion of this focus and illustrating all precepts with teachable examples.

Kid on the Go! is Neill McKee's third work of creative nonfiction. It's a standalone prequel to his award-winning Finding Myself in Borneo. In this new audiobook, McKee takes listeners on a journey through his childhood, adolescence, and teenage years, from the mid-40s to the mid-60s in the small, then industrially-polluted town of Elmira, Ontario, Canada.

In I Was Loved: 10 Statements I Hope My Child Can Say About Their Childhood, Dr. Roderick Logan provides a thoughtful guide for parents seeking to nurture a close, loving, and flourishing family. The book's ten statements serve as guiding principles that lead to children in their adult years reflecting and saying, I felt safe and secure, I was encouraged to explore and learn, I was listened to, and my feelings were respected.

Discover the hidden costs of a digital childhood and reshape your influence, even if you're surrounded by tech-savvy turmoil. Is your child constantly tethered to their screens, leaving you worried about their emotional and mental development? Are you struggling to set tech boundaries and fear the long-term impact on their mental health? Do you find yourself doubting whether today’s technological world is nurturing the future well-being of young brains?

Whether your child is already in the Montessori world or they are in the traditional schooling system, you can turn your home into a source of learning, creativity, and independence. This book is here to provide you with the theoretical framework and the practical knowledge you need to help your child excel academically, target behavioral issues, and work with (instead of against) their individual strengths.

Una guida completa e accessibile per i genitori che vogliono creare un ambiente sano ed equilibrato per i propri figli, lontano dagli effetti nocivi dei dispositivi elettronici. Con consigli pratici, suggerimenti per giochi creativi e alternative salutari all`uso di tali dispositivi, questo libro presenta un piano d`azione per stabilire limiti e regole che aiuteranno i bambini a crescere con più fantasia, creatività e dialogo aperto con i genitori.