Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive

By: Peter M. Vishton, The Great Courses

Narrated by: Peter M. Vishton

Length: 12 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

Parenting advice isn't hard to find. There are thousands of books on the subject, as well as a multitude of websites. Much has also been written on the science of child development. What's been lacking, however, are sources of reliable advice that bring together the scientific research and its real-world applications.

This course bridges the divide. In 24 engaging lectures, an expert in the cognitive development of early childhood presents what scientific research has revealed about the things parents can actively do to promote children’s long-term development right from birth. Professor Vishton delivers a wealth of practical tips to help children reach their full potential intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially. And he supports it all with findings culled from the latest scientific literature.

You’ll touch on topics across all areas of childrearing, from sleep and nutrition to behavior and academics. And you’ll get answers to many of the most common parenting questions:

• Should I sleep-train my baby by letting her “cry it out”?
• Should I let my infant, toddler, or child watch TV-and if so, how much?
• Should I allow my child to play video games?
• Should I pressure my picky eater to finish her vegetables?
• Should I spank my child when he misbehaves?

In addition to learning methods for laying an early foundation in subjects such as math and reading, you’ll gain information for boosting your children’s overall cognitive abilities-and even their IQ scores.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

©2014 The Great Courses; 2014 The Teaching Company, LLC

the best book about raising kids

thank you for that book. I enjoyed each chapter. now i am sharing with friends.
Eva

Well designed and lots of useful information

I love this course! Author did a great job collecting scientific studies and explaining lots of important aspects of child development and what parents can and should do to help their kids grow smarter and healthier.

a must read

Are you a parent or parent to be? Then you must read this book, its full of good data and valuable tips to consider in the parenting journey

Very Interesting

I was pleasantly surprised at how interesing and engaging this was! Will read more Great Courses!

Great!

This is still relevant information even though it was produced in 2014. I enjoyed the presentation as well!

Just perfect.

Where does Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Amoung the best

What other book might you compare Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive to and why?

How Childern Succeed; Grit, Curiosity and the Hidden power of character- This is the book I actually started with but got bored with the long winded stories and lack of practical tips

Have you listened to any of Professor Peter M. Vishton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Lecture 3 over developing food tastes. He explains that spitting out food when trying it for the first time is was and evolutionary advantageous behavior in hunter gather times and didn't imply toddlers didn't like a new food. Sure enough, we watched our toddler over the next few days and reintroduced foods we thought she didn't like and were thrilled to see her developing tastes for them.

Any additional comments?

These lectures are the perfect example of a great audio book. I get bored by more long winded books where the chapters aren't so neatly divided into shorter chunks. I can listen to a full lecture in 2 work commutes. He explains background theory, experimental evidence, and evolutionary roles in developing behaviors. This was just such an enjoyable listen.
It prompted me to buy other great courses books, which weren't as good.

awesome

would be better to have chapters organized by child age, to hear again the relevant parts closer to when they are needed

very informative.

Would you listen to Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive again? Why?

yes I would listen to this audio book again. I wish I have listened to it when my teenagers where babies or before having my first child. lots of helpful and interesting information based on scientific proof.

Who was your favorite character and why?

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Which character – as performed by Professor Peter M. Vishton – was your favorite?

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What insight do you think you’ll apply from Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive?

I am currently dealing with my 9 year old self control. I learned thru this audio book that certain activities help with this kind of behavior and am looking forward to see results.

Any additional comments?

again, very interesting and worth reading it if you are about to or have babies. it does have information for older kids toward the end of the book too.

Very Good

Informative and inspirational, felt like I was in college again with solid mentor. Good work.

Love it. Definitely recommend

Awesome. Informative and fun. Will be using these tips with my little one! Blah blah