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No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame by Janet Lansbury is a parenting guide that focuses on understanding toddler behavior and effective discipline strategies. The book emphasizes that toddlers are emotional beings who often struggle to communicate, and it encourages parents to approach their children with empathy and respect. Lansbury provides practical advice, such as setting clear boundaries and maintaining calmness, to help parents navigate challenging situations while fostering a strong connection with their toddlers.
The writing style is straightforward and accessible, with short chapters that make it easy to digest the information. Many readers appreciate the clear examples and actionable tips that can be implemented immediately. While some may find Lansbury's approach too strict, the overall consensus is that her respectful parenting philosophy can lead to noticeable improvements in both child behavior and the parent-child relationship. This book serves as a helpful resource for any parent navigating the toddler years.
A toddler acting out is not shameful, nor is it behavior that needs punishing. It’s a cry for attention, a shout-out for sleep, or a call to action for firmer, more consistent limits. It is the push-p...- #2
Save:'Raising Your Spirited Child' by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka is a guide for parents dealing with children who are intense, sensitive, perceptive, persistent, and energetic. offers explanations, case studies, and possible solutions to help parents navigate through challenging behaviors and situations with their spirited children. It provides insights on understanding and managing different temperaments, behaviors, and personalities of children, offering a fresh perspective on parenting techniques tailored to each child's unique needs.
The word that distinguishes spirited children from other children is more. They are normal children who are more intense, persistent, sensitive, perceptive, and uncomfortable with change than other ch... - #3
Save:'The Explosive Child' by Ross W. Greene is a life-changing book that offers a new approach to dealing with children who have emotional issues or challenging behaviors. The author presents practical strategies that focus on understanding and addressing the root causes of explosive behavior rather than resorting to traditional disciplinary methods like spanking or yelling. Through real-life examples and simple suggestions, Greene helps parents, caregivers, and educators navigate difficult situations with empathy and effective communication. Readers have found this book to be a valuable resource in improving their relationships with their children and creating a more harmonious home environment.
Saturday morning. Jennifer, age eleven, wakes up, makes her bed, looks around her room to make sure everything is in its place, and heads into the kitchen to make herself breakfast. She peers into the... - #4
Save:'The Perfect Child' by Lucinda Berry revolves around the story of a couple, Dr. Christopher Bauer and his wife Hannah, who adopt an abused child named Jenie. The couple, who have been struggling to conceive, face challenges as they try to rehabilitate Jenie, a traumatized child. The plot delves into the complexities of adoption, trauma, and the breakdown of a family as they navigate through the disturbing and suspenseful events.
“I wouldn’t let that fly. I’d ignore him until he apologized,” Aubrey said in the righteous, uncompromising way all unmarried people do, without even looking up from her phone. I forgot she was there ... - #5
Save:'1-2-3 Magic' by Thomas W. Phelan is a parenting book that offers practical advice and techniques for handling misbehaving children and establishing positive routines. The book emphasizes the importance of discipline, setting boundaries, and building a strong relationship with children. Phelan's writing style is described as straightforward, easy to implement, and full of real-life examples and models. The book covers topics such as controlling behavior, encouraging good behavior, and strengthening parent-child relationships.
The second reason is a bit sad. You want your children to grow up, leave home someday, and make it on their own. Warm and demanding, therefore, also means encouraging and respecting your kids’ growing... - #6
Save:Der Struwwelpeter by Heinrich Hoffmann is a collection of cautionary tales for children, written in a style that combines dark humor with exaggerated and gruesome scenarios. The stories aim to instill good behavior and moral values in young readers, using examples of naughty children facing severe consequences for their actions. The book is a blend of fables, fairy tales, and folk stories, with a focus on warning against undesirable behaviors observed by the author in his patients.
The writing style of Der Struwwelpeter is described as chillingly blunt, with scenes that may be too disturbing for younger children but appealing to those who appreciate dark humor. The book is noted for its black humor, vivid illustrations, and the use of cautionary tales to convey important life lessons to its readers.
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Save:"The Three" by Sarah Lotz follows the aftermath of four mysterious plane crashes that occurred on the same day, with only three children surviving. The story is told through a unique format, including interviews, transcripts, and electronic messages, creating a suspenseful and intriguing narrative. As conspiracy theories about the survivors start to spread, the book delves into themes of religious fanaticism, end-of-days prophecies, and the unsettling behavior of the surviving children.
I’ve always liked airports. Call me an old romantic, but I used to get a kick out of watching families and lovers reuniting–that split second when the weary and sunburned emerge through the sliding gl... - #8
Save:'Emily of New Moon' by L.M. Montgomery follows the story of Emily, an aspiring writer who is orphaned and forced to live with her strict spinster aunt. Emily's passion for writing sets her apart as she navigates the challenges of growing up surrounded by her maiden aunts. Despite the similarities to 'Anne of Green Gables,' Emily's story is darker and sadder, portraying her struggles with her family's expectations and her determination to pursue her literary ambitions. delves into Emily's daily journals and letters, showcasing her outspoken, honest, and confident nature, which contrasts with the typical Victorian child behavior.
Readers are drawn into the world of Emily as she faces the eccentricities of her relatives and the complexities of her own character. Montgomery's writing style captures the essence of Emily's journey to self-discovery, filled with imaginative storytelling, thoughtful descriptions, and emotional depth. offers a charming and timeless tale of a young girl's resilience, creativity, and unwavering pursuit of her dreams in a small town in eastern Canada.
The house in the hollow was “a mile from anywhere”—so Maywood people said. It was situated in a grassy little dale, looking as if it had never been built like other houses but had grown up there like ... - #9
Save:'Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle' by Betty MacDonald is a delightful children's book that follows the eccentric Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, who lives in an upside-down house and has a magical touch for curing children of their bad habits and behaviors. From curing children's diseases like Won't Put Away Toysitis to addressing behaviors such as answering back or not wanting to go to bed, Mrs. Piggle Wiggle offers unique and humorous solutions to help children become better individuals. The book features short, self-contained chapters, each presenting a different story with a mix of fantasy, humor, and lessons on manners and proper behavior.
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Save:"Raising Human Beings: Creating a Collaborative Partnership with Your Child" by Ross W. Greene is a guide for parents on fostering a collaborative and empathetic relationship with their children. outlines a step-by-step approach to problem-solving together with children, focusing on listening to their concerns, explaining your concerns, working together to find solutions, and repeating this process as needed. The author emphasizes the importance of developing good communication skills, empathy, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities in both parents and children. Readers praise the book for offering practical advice on family harmony and for providing a new perspective on discipline that is more empathetic and effective.
It seems like it’s always been this way. Adults telling kids what to do and making them do it. Might makes right. Father knows best. Spare the rod and spoil the child. Do as I say, not as I do. Childr...
