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Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Advice on parenting > Child care & upbringing
From Jeff Benedict, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of
Tiger Woods and The Dynasty, Poisoned chronicles the events
surrounding the worst food-poisoning epidemic in US history: the
deadly Jack in the Box E. coli infections in 1993. On December 24,
1992, six-year-old Lauren Rudolph was hospitalized with
excruciating stomach pain. Less than a week later she was dead.
Doctors were baffled: How could a healthy child become so sick so
quickly? After a frenzied investigation, public-health officials
announced that the cause was E. coli O157:H7, and the source was
hamburger meat served at a Jack in the Box restaurant. During this
unprecedented crisis, four children died and over seven hundred
others became gravely ill. In Poisoned, award-winning investigative
journalist and #1 New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict
delivers a jarringly candid narrative of the fast-moving disaster,
drawing on access to confidential documents and exclusive
interviews with the real-life characters at the center of the
drama-the families whose children were infected, the Jack in the
Box executives forced to answer for the tragedy, the physicians and
scientists who identified E. coli as the culprit, and the legal
teams on both sides of the historic lawsuits that ensued. Fast Food
Nation meets A Civil Action in this riveting account of how we
learned the hard way to truly watch what we eat.
Originally published in 1987, Malcolm Hill examines the different
ways in which parents share responsibility for looking after their
pre-school children with other people, whether members of their
social networks, formal groups or paid carers. He also looks at the
reasons parents give for choosing and changing their particular
arrangements. In this way he provides insights into a range of
ideas which ordinary members of the public have about children's
needs; the rights and responsibilities of mothers and fathers; and
how children think and feel. Marked differences are described in
the social relationships of families and in notions about who is
acceptable as a substitute carer for children, in what
circumstances and for what purpose. Several of these contrasts are
linked to attitudes and life-conditions which are affected by
social class. The book identifies possible consequences for
individual children's social adaptability resulting from these
patterns of care. It suggests that people working with the
under-fives could profit from adapting their activities and
services to children's previous experiences of shared care and
families' differing expectations about groups for children.
Myths and Lies About Dads: How They Hurt Us All is a groundbreaking
book that destroys more than 100 of the most damaging beliefs about
fathers. Using the most recent research, this pioneering work
exposes these baseless beliefs and the toll they take on children's
relationships with their fathers, parents' relationships with one
another, and the physical and mental health of fathers and mothers.
Tackling a wide range of topics from custody laws, to children's
toys, to the sexist behavior of counselors, pediatricians, and
lawyers, Dr Linda Nielsen describes in vivid detail how these myths
are linked to many of our most pressing issues: Creating more
gender equity in childcare and housework Reducing child abuse,
post-partum depression, and fathers' suicide rates Expanding
mothers' and fathers' options at home and at work Reducing
children's academic, behavioral, and emotional problems Lessening
the pressures of parenting for both parents Changing sexist
policies and practices that hurt parents and children Improving the
economic situations for parents and their children The book is not
only a wake-up call for parents but also for students and
professionals in medicine and family law, social work, child
development, education, and in the publishing, advertising, media,
and entertainment industries. Above all, the book empowers parents
to free themselves from the myths and lies about fathers that bind
them.
'Wonderful Ways to Be a Family' shows how to take the pain and
headaches out of parenting and points the way to creating a joyful
and close family that grows together through all the passages of
life.
Due to the pandemic, major weather events across the country,
school closures and re-openings, and simply the uncertainty around
what life might look life for the foreseeable future,
anxiety-levels among our children has never been higher. In Stop
Worrying About Your Anxious Child, Tonya Crombie, PhD gives parents
the help they so desperately need in these trying times. Stop
Worrying About Your Anxious Child teaches parents how to help their
children overcome anxiety so they can enjoy the bright future they
deserve. Dr. Crombie is the parent of an anxious child too and
teaches the tools and techniques that she uses herself and to help
her clients including how to: Deal with judgment from well-meaning
friends and others Sift through all of the advice to determine what
will really work for your child Stay calm even when the stress is
especially tough Create a support system that supports you and your
child
Help your teens grow into the very best versions of themselves!
From rule-breaking and risk-taking to defensive communication and
disrespect, parenting a teenager can feel like modern warfare--but
it doesn't have to be that way. In 1-2-3 Magic Teen,
internationally renowned parenting expert Thomas W. Phelan explains
how to better understand your teenager, which problems are not
worth fighting over, and why your child's behavior likely matches
the definition of a normal adolescent! With helpful,
straightforward advice backed up by research and parent-tested
strategies, 1-2-3 Magic Teen will help you establish a calmer, more
respectful home and family life and show you how to guide your
teenager into healthy, functional young adulthood. * Learn the
Language: Communicate with open and engaging language, and listen
to your teenager the right way. * Establish Expectations: Learn how
to set limits while still encouraging independent decision-making
and helping your child develop their emotional intelligence. * Stay
in Touch: Allow your teen to open up to you in more meaningful and
inclusive ways through four simple connection building strategies.'
* Take Care of Yourself: Take time to maintain your own emotional
well-being to avoid allowing your own anxieties and stresses to
influence your children You'll also find tools and advice tailored
for the challenges of a teen lifestyle, including: * Forgetting to
do chores * Absence in family outings * Drop in grades * Missed
curfews * Parties and drinking * Work responsibilities The author
of the million-copy parenting bestseller 1-2-3 Magic applies his
time-tested, trusted advice in this straightforward, encouraging
guide that walks parents through the ups and downs of teen life,
allowing them to help their kids gain confidence and push toward
independence.
What would you do if your child suffered with something so severe
it affectedevery aspect of her life?
And what if your cries for help fell on deaf ears at everyturn?
You'd follow your gut and fight until someone listened. And that's
whatChynna Laird did. When she was just three months old, Jaimie's
reactions to peopleand situations seemed odd. She refused any form
of touch, she gagged atsmells, she was clutzy and threw herself
around and spent most of her day screamingwith her hands over her
ears and eyes.
By the time she turned two, Jaimie was so fearful of her world they
spent mostdays inside. What was wrong with Chynna's miracle girl?
Why wouldn't anyonehelp her figure it out? Jaimie wasn't "just
spirited" as her physician suggested nordid she lack discipline at
home. When Jaimie was diagnosed with Sensory ProcessingDisorder
(SPD) at two-and-a-half, Chynna thought she had "the answer,"but
that was just the start of a three-year quest for the right
treatments to bringthe Jaimie she loved so much out for others to
see. With the right diagnosis andtreatment suited to Jaimie, this
family finally felt hope. Not Just Spirited is onemother's journey
to finding peace for her daughter, Jaimie. As Chynna says often,
"Knowledge breeds understanding. And that's so powerful."
Parents and Therapists Praise "Not Just Spirited"
"Chynna's memoir is sure to encourage other parents to advocatewith
the same determination for their own sensational children."
--Carol Kranowitz, author "The Out-of-Sync Child"
"I only wish I had this book earlier. Even though my daughter and I
live withthis every day, I learned a lot from this book, and will
return to my family withrenewed hope and energy "
--Nancy Pfortmiller
"Chynna's words touched my heart. Her memoir validated the
overwhelmingfeelings I went through myself with my own daughter's
struggles with herSPD. Raising and loving a child with severe SPD
is draining for both yourmind and your physical body. However, with
a strong faith in God and the instinctsonly a mother can have,
there is hope. Not Just Spirited will fill your soulwith spirit and
give you the strength needed to endure your own child's
challengingbehaviors, leading you on an enlightening journey of
acceptance, strength, hope, and healing."
--Diane M. Renna, author "Meghan's World: The Story of One Girl's
Triumph over SPD"
Learn more at www.LilyWolfWords.ca
Another empowering book for parents from Loving Healing Press
www.LovingHealing.com
FAM012000 Family & Relationships: Children with Special
Needs
PSY004000 Psychology: Developmental - Child
HEA046000 Health & Fitness: Children's Health
Myths and Lies About Dads: How They Hurt Us All is a groundbreaking
book that destroys more than 100 of the most damaging beliefs about
fathers. Using the most recent research, this pioneering work
exposes these baseless beliefs and the toll they take on children's
relationships with their fathers, parents' relationships with one
another, and the physical and mental health of fathers and mothers.
Tackling a wide range of topics from custody laws, to children's
toys, to the sexist behavior of counselors, pediatricians, and
lawyers, Dr Linda Nielsen describes in vivid detail how these myths
are linked to many of our most pressing issues: Creating more
gender equity in childcare and housework Reducing child abuse,
post-partum depression, and fathers' suicide rates Expanding
mothers' and fathers' options at home and at work Reducing
children's academic, behavioral, and emotional problems Lessening
the pressures of parenting for both parents Changing sexist
policies and practices that hurt parents and children Improving the
economic situations for parents and their children The book is not
only a wake-up call for parents but also for students and
professionals in medicine and family law, social work, child
development, education, and in the publishing, advertising, media,
and entertainment industries. Above all, the book empowers parents
to free themselves from the myths and lies about fathers that bind
them.
Insights, ideas and activities for discussing with students the
toughest questions of Jewish life. A step-by-step guide to creative
use of the award-winning Tough Questions Jews Ask in the classroom.
Each lesson includes: w A clearly stated goal w An opening hook to
grab students' attention w Excerpts from the book followed by a
series of engaging discussion questions w A selection of Jewish
sources addressing these important issues. This comprehensive
teaching tool will help you guide each student toward a more
mature, carefully thought-out set of personal beliefs.
Teach toddlers safe ways to express big feelings.
Toddlers are still learning how to speak, socialize, and understand their emotions. It's common for them to react with their hands when they get frustrated―but hitting is never okay. What to Do When You Feel Like Hitting helps toddlers understand why hitting is not allowed and shows them how to react to their feelings with actions that are safe and kind.
This illustrated entry into no hitting books for toddlers features:
- Alternatives to hitting―Kids will learn how to use "gentle hands" to squeeze a stuffed animal when they feel upset, scribble a picture to get out their frustration, and practice taking deep breaths to calm down.
- A light touch―The language is kid-friendly and positive, encouraging toddlers to understand and communicate their feelings, not just keep their hands to themselves.
- Engaging illustrations―Big, beautiful pictures help kids see the ideas in action and keep their attention on the page.
Get the best in no hitting books for toddlers with a storybook that helps them learn empathy and compassion.
This write-in workbook is an invaluable resource to help students
improve their Maths and English skills and help prepare for Level 1
and Level 2 Functional Skills exams. The real-life questions are
all written with a Childcare context to help students find
essential Maths and English theory understandable, engaging and
achievable. Written by Karen Coombes, lecturer with a wealth of
experience in the Childcare industry, this workbook is an effective
resource to support Maths and English learning in the classroom, at
work and for personal study at home.
Infancy: The Basics offers an introduction to the developmental
science behind the fascinating world of infant development. This
book takes the reader from before birth through the moment infants
come into the world seemingly unable to do much but eat, eliminate,
and sleep, and across the few short, incredible years, to when
infants are walking, talking, thinking humans with clear
preferences, wishes, and dreams, having already forged strong
long-lasting relationships. Dispelling common myths and
misconceptions about how infants' perception, cognition, language,
and personalities develop, this accessible evidence-based book
takes a novel whole-child approach and provides insight into the
joint roles of nature (biology) and nurture (experiences) in infant
development, how to care for babies to give them the best start in
life, and what it means for infants to become thinking
communicating social partners. Topics in this book are covered with
an eye firmly fixed on how infants' first years set the stage for
the rest of their lives. By helping us understand infants, experts
Marc H. Bornstein and Martha E. Arterberry give us the opportunity
to learn about the resiliency of our species and the many different
contexts in which families rear infants. They cover key topics,
including how babies are studied scientifically, prenatal
development and the newborn period, how infants explore and
understand the world around them, how infants begin to communicate,
how infants develop an emotional life, personality, and
temperament, how infants build relationships, and how parents
succeed in bringing up babies in challenging circumstances. This
concise clear guide to the years from before birth to 3 is for
students of developmental psychology, pediatric medicine and
nursing, education, and social work. It also for all parents and
professionals caring for infants, who want to understand the secret
world of infancy.
"Nerds. You know, Mitch Mathews, Steve Daily, and Collin Fellers?
Smart, glasses wearing, shirt tucked in dorks?" Erin said.
"Collin doesn't wear glasses," Reba whispered. Did Collin really
get teased a lot? Not that she cared of course. But she couldn't
help feeling like she should do something about it.
"Duh! Don't you see him wearing those ugly thick glasses whenever
he reads?" Erin pointed out.
"Oh, I guess not," Reba shrugged.
"Ya, and Cole is sticking up for them? How weird is that?" Erin
asked.
"Very," Reba answered.
"Okay, bye!" Erin said, giving Reba a quick hug and then skipping
away.
Reba looked around her at the deserted school grounds and began to
slowly walk home.
As featured in The Guardian, How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes
is a clear, actionable, sometimes humorous (but always
science-based) guide for parents on how to shape their kids into
honest, kind, generous, confident, independent, and resilient
people . . . who just might save the world one day. As an
award-winning science journalist, Melinda Wenner Moyer was
regularly asked to investigate and address all kinds of parenting
questions: how to potty train, when and whether to get vaccines,
and how to help kids sleep through the night. But as Melinda's
children grew, she found that one huge area was ignored in the
realm of parenting advice: how do we make sure our kids don't grow
up to be assholes? On social media, in the news, and from the
highest levels of government, kids are increasingly getting the
message that being selfish, obnoxious and cruel is okay. Hate
crimes among children and teens are rising, while compassion among
teens has been dropping. We know, of course, that young people have
the capacity for great empathy, resilience, and action, and we all
want to bring up kids who will help build a better tomorrow. But
how do we actually do this? How do we raise children who are kind,
considerate, and ethical inside and outside the home, who will grow
into adults committed to making the world a better place? How to
Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes is a deeply researched,
evidence-based primer that provides a fresh, often surprising
perspective on parenting issues, from toddlerhood through the
teenage years. First, Melinda outlines the traits we want our
children to possess - including honesty, generosity, and antiracism
- and then she provides scientifically-based strategies that will
help parents instill those characteristics in their kids. Learn how
to raise the kind of kids you actually want to hang out with-and
who just might save the world.
Brian has become known worldwide for his positive approach to
living the Asperger's experience. Brian continuously dedicates his
time to serving as an Ambassador between the Asperger and
Neurotypical communities. The primary goal is to help both
communities learn to effectively communicate, appreciate, and
cooperate with each other in a spirit of mutual respect.
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