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Children's Book: Parenting
"Because I Said So!"
Family Squabbles & How to Handle Them
by Lauri Berkenkamp and Steven C. Atkins, PsyD , illustrations
by Charlie Woglom
Part of the Go Parents! Guide series, which includes
“Mom, the Toilet's Clogged!” Kid Disasters and How to Fix Them
(0965925846), Talking to Your Kids About Sex: From Toddlers to
Preteens (0965925838), and Teaching Your Children Good Manners
(0965925811)
For parents everywhere whose kids complain about helping
around the house, stall over homework, and bicker with one
other, help is at hand. With compassion and humor, this book
takes on the most common points of kid-induced friction—those
altercations and annoying behaviors that drive parents most
nuts—and offers quick, practical how-to advice for how to handle
them. It explains to parents how to navigate everyday
challenges, from helping kids learn responsibility for their
possessions to getting them to stop tattling, whining, and using
disrespectful language. Complete with solutions, helpful hints,
and interesting bits of information, this indispensable guide
offers exasperated parents the emotional support and reassurance
they need to reduce friction and increase communication in the
household.
Lauri Berkenkamp is a former faculty member of
Vermont
College of
Norwich University. She is the author of "Mom, the Toilet's
Clogged!" Kid Disasters and How to Fix Them, Talking to Your
Kids About Sex, and Teaching Your Children Good Manners. She
lives in
Strafford,
Vermont. Steven C. Atkins, PsyD., is an instructor and clinical
associate for
Dartmouth
Medical
School. He lives in
Hanover,
New Hampshire. Charlie Woglom is a cartoonist and illustrator. He
lives in
Steamboat Springs,
Colorado.
"I Never Get Anything!"
How to Keep Your Kids from Running Your Life
by Thomas W. Phelan, PhD
Learning to recognize and manage the strategies kids use to get
their way
Outlining the six tactics kids use to get their way, this
reference teaches parents to think objectively about their
children's favorite ploys and emotionally manipulative
strategies. Insightful analyses emphasize the importance of
understanding the underlying emotional dynamics of testing and
offer practical solutions, from knowing how to say "no"
comfortably to when to say "yes" encouragingly. Ensuring a
healthy relationship between children and parents, this
humorous, down-to-earth guide enables parents to manage their
own behavior and that of their children.
Thomas W. Phelan, PhD is a clinical psychologist and the
author of
1-2-3
Magic: Effective Discipline for Children, All About Attention
Deficit Disorder, Surviving Your Adolescents, Self-Esteem
Revolutions in Children, and Adults with Attention Deficit
Disorder. He lives in
Glen Ellyn,
Illinois.
"Mom the Toilet's Clogged!"
Kid Disasters and How to Fix Them
by Lauri Berkenkamp, illustrations by Charlie Woglom
In a household with children, disasters lurk around every
corner. Laundry soap in the dishwasher. Baseballs launched
through the neighbor’s window. Heads stuck between stair
railings. Sandwiches in the VCR. What’s a parent to do? "Mom,
the Toilet’s Clogged!" takes on common kid-induced household
problems and provides hands-on, rational solutions that work.
Offering practical and funny advice in the bestselling tradition
of The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook and Hints from
Heloise, this is the definitive guide to alleviating everyday
trauma. Padded with interesting tips that most adults never
thought they’d need—until they became parents—this book will
help parents with whatever kid disasters befall them.
Lauri Berkenkamp is the mother of four children and has
personally experienced almost every disaster in the book. She is
the coauthor of Teaching Your Children Good Manners: a Go
Parents! Guide and Talking to Your Kids About Sex: a Go Parents!
Guide. She lives in
Strafford,
Vermont.
"The Answer Is NO"
Saying It and Sticking to It
by Cynthia Whitham, MSW
Winner of the Parents' Choice Approval Award
Tackling 26 situations that plague parents of 2- to
12-year-olds, this book helps parents define their values, build
good parenting habits, and set firm, fair limits. Bedtime, pets,
makeup, music, TV, homework, and designer clothes are just a few
of the problems covered.
Cynthia Whitham, MSW, is a licensed clinical social
worker, the associate director of the UCLA Parenting and
Children's Friendship Program, and the author of Win the Whining
War & Other Skirmishes. She lives in Los Angeles
"Yikes! It's Due Tomorrow?!"
How to Handle School Snafus
by Carmella Van Vleet, illustrations by Charlie Woglom
From a child fretting over having a male teacher for the
first time to suffering from test anxiety, this practical and
humorous guide offers parents a commonsense approach to handling
a variety of school-related problems. Some of the issues
addressed include serious subjects such as how to tell if a
child has a learning disability, as well as more light-hearted
situations such as what to do if a child is afraid of the
automatic flushing toilets at school. Written by an experienced
teacher and mother of three, How to Handle School Snafus offers
kid-tested solutions for the most challenging and hilarious
problems that the school year can bring.
Carmella van Vleet is a former elementary school teacher
and educational speaker and is the author of Fish Money and
Writing Club. She has written family humor and parenting
articles for such magazines as Mothering, Parenting, and Welcome
Home. She lives in
Columbus,
Ohio.
'Round and 'Round the Garden
Music in My First Year!
Compiled by John M. Feierabend and Luann Saunders
Derived from the First Steps in Music books, the 61
recordings on this CD or cassette are best suited for use with
children in their first year of life. These include such
favorites as "To Market, To Market," "This Little Piggy," "Rain,
Rain, Go Away," "Ally Bally," and "Hot Cross Buns." The
accompanying booklet contains complete lyrics and delightful
illustrations.
John M. Feierabend is professor and chair of the music
education division at the
Hartt
School of the
University of
Hartford in
Connecticut. He lives in
West Hartford,
Connecticut. Luann Saunders is an elementary music teacher. She
lives in
Simsbury,
Connecticut.
100 Easy Ways to Get Your Kids Reading
by Kathleen Duey
Part how-to, part scrapbook, this parenting guide helps
turn the grueling task of learning to read into an everyday
pleasure. Taking into account a family's busy schedule, these
activities and suggestions make reading fun whenever and
wherever—turning short car trips and even breakfasts into
opportunities to read. Parents are encouraged to create a
reader-friendly environment at home by setting aside space for a
reading comfort zone and time for a family reading group, and
incorporating professional storytelling tips that make each
read-aloud experience one no child wants to miss. Scrapbook and
journal space transforms this parenting tool into a cherished
keepsake by allowing parents to track their child's progress,
record favorite books, and note accomplishments.
Kathleen Duey is the author of the American Diaries,
Hoofbeats, Time Soldier, and Unicorn's Secret series, as well as
Lara and the Gray Mare, Lara and the Moon-Colored Filly, and
Lara at
Athenry
Castle. She lives in
Fallbrook,
California.
101 Things You Can Teach Your Kids About Baseball
Third edition
by Don Marsh, illustrations by Ann Marsh
Parents and coaches can teach kids the art of baseball
with confidence using this book of winning tips, drills, and
strategies. Hitting, catching, infielding and outfielding,
bunting, and baserunning are all covered, and an extensive
pitching section details preseason conditioning drills and an
array of pitching techniques employed by youth-level and major
league players alike. More than 720 tips are tailored to various
age ranges and levels of experience. Drills designed
specifically for younger players are also highlighted, and
similarities between baseball at the youth and professional
levels are explored.
Don Marsh has spent more than 30 years playing, teaching,
and coaching baseball. He has contributed numerous articles on
the subject to the national youth baseball magazine Junior
League and currently writes instructional columns for the
publication. He lives in San Diego, California.
ADHD Workbook for Parents, The
A Guide for Parents of Children Ages 2-12 with
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
By Harvey C. Parker, PhD
An essential guide for raising children diagnosed with attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
This informative guidebook coaches parents through the
daily tasks involved in raising children with attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Using a combination of helpful
worksheets and practice exercises, this handbook offers
practical instruction that allows parents to advocate for their
child in the classroom as well as facilitate structure in the
home. The strategies—broken down into clear and accessible
chapters—help parents to manage behaviors, handle homework, and
manage medication.
Harvey C. Parker, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and a
consultant to educational agencies and schools. A cofounder and
former executive director of Children and Adults with Attention
Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), he has been highly
involved in the advocacy for better understanding and treatment
for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD. He is the
author of The ADHD Hyperactivity Handbook for Schools and The
Problem Solver Guide for Students with ADHD, and the coauthor of
Study Strategies for Early School Success. He lives in Weston,
Florida.
ADHD: A Complete and Authoritative Guide
Edited
byMichael I. Reiff, MD, FAAP, Editor-in-Chief, illustrations
by Alex LeTourneau
Backed by the medical authority of the American Academy of
Pediatrics
This comprehensive guide to attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) offers parents balanced,
reassuring, and authoritative information to help them
understand and manage this challenging and often misunderstood
condition. Based on the American Academy of Pediatrics' own
clinical practice guidelines for ADHD and written in clear,
accessible language, this book answers the common questions: How
is ADHD diagnosed?, What are today's best treatment options, and
Will my child outgrow ADHD? Accurate, up-to-date findings on
evaluation and diagnosis, coexisting conditions, and unproven
treatments are provided. Also addressed are behaviors associated
with the teenage years and what schools can do to support
children with the condition. ADHD management strategies that
balance the roles of behavior therapy, medications, and
parenting techniques are suggested.
American Academy of Pediatrics is the world's largest
association of pediatricians. Its 57,000 member pediatricians
dedicate their efforts and resources to the health, safety, and
well-being of infants, children, teenagers, and young adults.
Michael I. Reiff, MD, FAAP, is an associate professor in the
department of pediatrics at the University of Minnesota School
of Medicine. He lives in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Sherill
Tippins is the author of Two of Us Make a World and the
coauthor of The New Mother's Guide to Breastfeeding and Guide to
Toilet Training. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Adopting in
China
A Practical Guide/An Emotional Journey
By Kathleen Wheeler, PhD and Doug Werner
Practical information combined with an endearing tale of instant
parenting
In recent years the Chinese government has made it easier
for foreigners to adopt Chinese babies. There are currently over
4 million Chinese baby girls in orphanages, and the number of
Americans adopting these orphans keeps growing. Adopting in
China is a resource guide for people interested in adopting a
Chinese baby—what to do, where to go, who to see, and how much.
It simplifies important information about procedures, forms, and
agencies. It is also a personal story of a middle-aged couple’s
quest to become parents—why and how they made the decision and
what went on before, during, and after their trip to China.
Kathleen Wheeler, PhD, holds a Ph.D. in psychology and is
the director of human resources at Safeskin Incorporated. Doug
Werner is the author of nine books in the Start-Up Sports
series. Both authors live in San Diego, California.
All About Attention Deficit Disorder, Volume I
In honest and straightforward language, this
comprehensive guide describes how to recognize the symptoms of
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), how to best treat it, and how
to handle its effects in everyday situations. Parents, teachers,
physicians, and mental health professionals benefit from
learning the latest on medication treatment for the disorder
that affects approximately 20 million children and adults in the
United States. This guide helps ADD individuals and their
friends and families to understand ADD and to better serve the
needs of ADD children and adults in school, workplace, and
social situations. This replaces 0963386115.
All About Attention Deficit Disorder, Volume II
In honest and straightforward language, this
comprehensive guide describes how to recognize the symptoms of
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), how to best treat it, and how
to handle its effects in everyday situations. Parents, teachers,
physicians, and mental health professionals benefit from
learning the latest on medication treatment for the disorder
that affects approximately 20 million children and adults in the
United States. This guide helps ADD individuals and their
friends and families to understand ADD and to better serve the
needs of ADD children and adults in school, workplace, and
social situations. This replaces 0963386115.
All About Attention Deficit Disorder, Volumes I & II
In honest and straightforward language, this
comprehensive guide describes how to recognize the symptoms of
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), how to best treat it, and how
to handle its effects in everyday situations. Parents, teachers,
physicians, and mental health professionals benefit from
learning the latest on medication treatment for the disorder
that affects approximately 20 million children and adults in the
United States. This guide helps ADD individuals and their
friends and families to understand ADD and to better serve the
needs of ADD children and adults in school, workplace, and
social situations. This replaces 0963386115.
All About Attention Deficit Disorder
Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment: Children and Adults
Second edition
By Thomas W. Phelan, PhD
Recognizing, understanding, and managing ADD in both children
and adults
Previous edition sold over 90,000 copies
In honest and straightforward language, this
comprehensive guide describes how to recognize the symptoms of
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), how to best treat it, and how
to handle its effects in everyday situations. Parents, teachers,
physicians, and mental health professionals benefit from
learning the latest on medication treatment for the disorder
that affects approximately 20 million children and adults in the
United States. This guide helps ADD individuals and their
friends and families to understand ADD and to better serve the
needs of ADD children and adults in school, workplace, and
social situations. This replaces 0963386115.
Thomas W. Phelan, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and the
author of "I Never Get Anything!", 1-2-3 Magic, Surviving Your
Adolescents, Self-Esteem Revolutions in Children, and Adults
with Attention Deficit Disorder. He lives in Glen Ellyn,
Illinois.
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