Books Like “What do you really want for your children?”

Parents and their children

Verdene Ryder, Celia A. Decker, Verdene Ryder CFCS, Celia Anita Decker Ed.D., Celia Anita Decker

1985

Packed with a wealth of activities that help students apply what they learn about children and parenting, the Student Activity Guide encourages practical application of parenting strategies and the use of higher-order thinking skills. Some activities are thought-provoking and encourage students to form their own ideas about information presented in the text.

Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World

Zig Ziglar

1985

This book offers parents practical strategies rooted in Zig Ziglar's principles for cultivating a positive mindset and strong character in children, even amidst societal challenges. It focuses on equipping parents with tools to foster self-esteem, resilience, and a sense of responsibility in their children. The advice emphasizes building a nurturing home environment that reinforces positive values and empowers children to navigate a complex world with confidence.

Your child at play

Marilyn Segal, Betty Bardige

1985

Packed with learning activities, games, poems, and recipes, as well as anecdotes and advice, the eight sections focus on: Individual Differences and Common Threads (distinguishing between real and pretend; concern with fairness; self-awareness) The Questions Children Ask (the physical world; the natural world; the social world) Friends (best friends; controversies and conflicts; sibling play) Active Play (contact and cuddling; physical feats; sports) Creative Play (music; art; crafts; storytelling and jokes) Pretend Play (actor play and dressing up; imaginary playmates; reemergence of pretending) School Play (reading; writing; arithmetic; collecting facts; science) Family (attachment and separation; family continuity; traditions)

A good enough parent

Bruno Bettelheim, Bruno Bettleheim

1987

In this book, the preeminent child psychologist of our time gives us the results of his lifelong effort to determine what is most crucial in successful child-rearing. His purpose is not to give parents preset rules for raising their children, but rather to show them how to develop their own insights so that they will understand their own and their children's behavior in different situations and how to cope with it. Above all, he warns, parents must not indulge their impulse to try to create the child they would like to have, but should instead help each child fully develop into the person he or she would like to be.

Assertive discipline for parents

Lee Canter

1982

"A proven, step-by-step approach to solving everyday behavior problems"--Cover.

What to expect the first year

Eisenberg

1989

Now fully revised and updated, this comprehensive and practical month-by-month guide clearly explains everything parents need to know - or might be worrying about - in the first year with a new baby. Featuring special sections on older siblings, travelling with a baby, adopted babies, and specific problems, as well as a first aid guide and charts on monthly growth and development, feeding and sleeping habits, this is the only book on infant care to address both the physical and the emotional needs of the whole family. Covering the most up-to-date knowledge, both medical and developmental, WHAT TO EXPECT THE 1st YEAR is, above all, down-to-earth and reassuring - and an invaluable aid for all parents of new babies.

Toughlove

Phyllis York

1980

How do you love an “impossible” teenager? “An effective way of uniting parents to square off against the youngsters’ own powerful peer group that endorses drugtaking and rebelliousness.”—Time Thousands of parents are finding new hope in dealing with rebellious teenagers through Toughlove, a self-help program which has grown to over eight hundred groups throughout the United States and Canada in less than six years. Now, for the first time in book form, the founders tell how Toughlove works. “You need Toughlove if you feel helpless and unable to cope with your teenagers’ behavior or if you feel victimized by them, disappointed in yourself as a parent, guilty because you think you have done a rotten job and are frightened bythe potential for violence in yourself and your children. . . . Remember, you have the right to a night’s sleep without where your kid is—or being awakened by a phone call from the police or a hospital or a drunk teenager who’s stranded somewhere.”—Ann Landers

How to talk so kids will listen & listen so kids will talk

Adele Faber, Elaine Mazlish

1980

'A BRILLIANT BOOK' - PHILIPPA PERRY, AUTHOR OF THE BOOK YOU WISH YOUR PARENTS HAD READ ***THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER***

Positive child guidance

Darla Ferris Miller

1990

POSITIVE CHILD GUIDANCE, Eighth Edition, is ideal for guidance, behavior management and discipline, and classroom management courses in an early childhood education curriculum. This practical book outlines workable steps for creating a cooperative, respectful community of children and adults with special emphasis on sensitivity to cultural needs, cultural differences, and developmentally appropriate practice. Students will learn a range of practical, effective, and flexible guidance strategies based on principles of straightforward communication and assertiveness. This new edition includes critical advances in research and addresses the cultural trends that are changing the way babies and children are cared for today. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Parent-child relations

Jerry J. Bigner

1979

Now in the Ninth Edition, Jerry Bigner's "Parent-Child Relations," the classic resource for child development professionals and parents themselves, has undergone a thorough revision anchored by the vision of the late Dr. Bigner and executed by new co-author, Clara Gerhardt.Maintaining its fundamental structure and unique approach, the text uses family systems and systemic family development theory as a framework to explore how parent-child relations change in tandem with developmental changes occurring with children, adults, and the wider family system. Thoughtful updates and revisions were done to increase the effectiveness and currency of the text. The text continues to provide strong emphasis on various theoretical and practical models pertaining to parenting. For decades now, this classic text has prepared countless teachers and practitioners by its proven and practical approach, utilizing family systems and systemic family development theory to explore how parent-child relations change in tandem with developmental changes occurring with children, adults, and the wider family system. The most comprehensive and current resource available to students as they prepare for working with parents and families, and for their roles as parents themselves, this best-selling resource carries on the essential message of its originator, Dr. Jerry Bigner, and will continue to nurture future family scholars and practitioners for years to come.

Family ties

Danielle Steel

1995

From Manhattan to Paris and all the way to Tehran, Danielle Steel weaves a powerfully compelling story that reminds us how challenging and unpredictable life can be—and how the bonds of family hold us together. FAMILY TIES Annie Ferguson was a bright young Manhattan architect with a limitless future—until a single phone call changed the course of her life forever. Overnight, she became the mother to her sister’s three orphaned children, keeping a promise she never regretted making, even if it meant putting her own life indefinitely on hold. Now, at forty-two, still happily single with a satisfying career and a family that means everything to her, Annie is suddenly facing an empty nest. With her nephew and nieces now grown and confronting challenges of their own, she must navigate a parent’s difficult passage between helping and letting go. The eldest, twenty-eight-year-old Liz, an overworked editor in a high-powered job at Vogue, has never allowed any man to come close enough to hurt her. Ted, at twenty-four a serious law student, is captivated by a much older woman with children, who is leading him much further than he wants to go. And the impulsive youngest, twenty-one-year old Katie, is an art student about to make a choice that will lead her to a world she is in no way prepared for but determined to embrace. Then, when least expected, a chance encounter changes Annie’s life again in the most surprising direction of all. . . .

Whole Child, Whole Parent

Mr. Mark Paul Oleksiw

1975

Fostering spiritual growth through practical discipline, Berends relates the central concepts of happiness, honesty, freedom, love, and unity to the everyday concerns of parenting.

How to Raise a Child with a High EQ

Dr. Lawrence E. Shapiro, PhD

1997

Studies show that emotional intelligence -- the social and emotional skills that make up what we call character -- is more important to your child's success than the cognitive intelligence measured by IQ. And unlike IQ, emotional intelligence can be developed in kids at all stages. Filled with games, checklists and practical parenting techniques, How to Raise a Child with a High EQ will help your child to cope with -- and overcome -- the emotional stress of modern times and the normal problems of growing up.

The five love languages of children

Gary Chapman, 王雲良

1997

Does your child speak a different language? Sometimes they wager for your attention, and other times they ignore you completely. Sometimes they are filled with gratitude and affection, and other times they seem totally indifferent. Attitude. Behavior. Development. Everything depends on the love relationship between you and your child. When children feel loved, they do their best. But how can you make sure your child feels loved? Since 1992, Dr. Gary Chapman's best-selling book The Five Love Languages has helped more than 300,000 couples develop stronger, more fulfilling relationships by teaching them to speak each others love language. Each child, too, expresses and receives love through one of five different communication styles. And your love language may be totally different from that of your child. While you are doing all you can to show your child love, he may be hearing it as something completely opposite.Discover your child's primary language and learn what you can do to effectively convey unconditional feelings of respect, affection, and commitment that will resonate in your child's emotions and behavior.

The Seven Spiritual Laws For Parents

Deepak Chopra, M.D.

1997

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success was a phenomenally successful book--more than 1,600,000 copies were sold--and as copies were passed between friends and loved ones, it touched millions more lives. Its author, Deepak Chopra, received thousands of letters from readers, many of whom expressed the desire to convey those same principles to their children, along with questions about how to do so. This book, The Seven Spiritual Laws for Parents, is Dr. Chopra's answer to those letters and to parents around the world who wish to raise children with values that satisfy spiritual needs as well as create the experience of abundance. After a general discussion of parenting and the gift of spirit, this book explores specific ways to practice the Seven Spiritual Laws as a family, how to convey these laws to children depending on their ages, and how to embody them in age-specific activities each day, beginning on Sundays with the Law of Pure Potentiality. The Seven Spiritual Laws for Parents moves us beyond private triumphs and failures to experience the spiritual nature of communion with family, to share with those closest to us the infinite riches of innocence and love.

Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, Children Are from Heaven

John Gray

1999

John Gray's work explores the fundamental differences in communication and emotional needs between men and women, applying these insights to family dynamics. The book delves into how these distinct perspectives impact marital relationships and parenting, offering strategies to navigate misunderstandings and foster greater harmony. It examines how understanding sex differences is crucial for effective interpersonal communication within the family unit, ultimately aiming to cultivate a more loving and supportive environment for all members.

Family Wisdom from the Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

Robin S. Sharman

2001

Richard Carlson, author of the worldwide bestseller Don't Sweat the Small Stuff says that Family Wisdom is "a wonderful book that will help you become a better parent as well as a happier person." This is Robin's most profound book yet, rich with truly life-changing ideas on balancing work and family, transforming your family culture and creating a life that fills your heart with joy, fulfillment and peace. This book will show you exactly how to unlock your child's highest abilities, deepen your relationships and leave a lasting legacy.

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer

Tracy Hogg, Melinda Blau

2001

A unique program for understanding and communicating effectively with your baby from infant expert Tracy Hogg. The combination of interactive self-questioning and expert, friendly advice will change how you approach parenting, leading to transformative results. 'Miracles are her business' -- Jodie Foster 'The honest truth is that Tracy Hogg has provided me with more insight into the things that matter than anyone else' -- Observer Review 'She achieves what, to hard-pressed parents, seem like miracles' -- Mail on Sunday '...in a different league than all other 'how to manage as a parent' books' -- Daily Mail 'A book that changed our lives' -- ***** Reader review 'This book is amazing' -- ***** Reader review 'Great book, full of easy tips and tricks for new parents. I would highly recommend it!!!!' -- ***** Reader review 'The BEST baby advice book, EVER!!' -- ***** Reader review 'A God Send!' -- ***** Reader review **************************************************************** Tracy Hogg knows babies. She can calm even the most distressed or difficult infant, because she understands their language. Hence, her clients call her 'The Baby Whisperer'. In this remarkable parenting book, Tracy demystifies the magic she has performed with some five thousand babies. She teaches parents how to work out what kind of baby they have, what kind of mother or father they are, and what kind of parenting plan will work best for them. Believing that babies need to become part of the family - rather than dominate it - she has developed a practical programme that works with infants as young as a day old. Full of questionnaires, clearly explained theories and easy-to-follow, practical, expert advice - this book is guaranteed to set you on the path to calm and confident parenting.

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Before It's Too Late: The Parenting Years That Slip Away

Cole Peterson

About showing up, slowing down, and loving your kids in the time you still have.

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Before It's Too Late: Your Life's Legacy

Robert J. Morgan

For people who want what remains to line up with what they meant, not with what they posted.

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The Kid Who Thought I Was Cool

Cole Peterson

About meaning, time, and how showing up can matter more than the story you tell about yourself.

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The Parent You Never Wanted to Be

Cole Peterson

About the gap between who you are and who you thought you would be, without a shame layer on top.

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Blended Family Realities

Cole Peterson

Truth telling and a little footing for people who are not sure where they stand in blended families.

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The Loves We Keep

Toni Blake

A daughter's turn, inheritance, loyalty, and the moment love stops being a story you only inherit.