Young Child Development

With more than 4.7 million copies in print, the American Academy of Pediatrics flagship parenting title has shaped the health and well-being of children for more than thirty years! You want to provide the best possible care for your child. And when you have questions, the 67,000 member...

Parenting is about to get easier--and a whole lot more effective…. In a time when so many children and young adults seem to be struggling, parents are looking for help in bringing up mentally healthy kids who are equipped to thrive. Finally, evidence-based help is now available for overwhelmed...

Cognitive Development in Early Childhood: How Young Minds Grow and Learn is an in-depth resource for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to understand how children think, learn, and develop during their most important years. From birth through the preschool years, a child’s brain experiences rapid growth, building the foundation for language, memory, problem-solving, creativity, and emotional regulation. This comprehensive guide explains each stage of cognitive development and provides practical strategies to support children at home, in school, and within their communities. ...

The Challenge Before You Is a Bold One: To Accept the Wild, Daring Adventure of Becoming a Man We want to be self-sufficient. Find our own direction as we pursue our dreams. Know it all and never ask for help. Isn’t this how most guys approach manhood? On our own, pretending we are doing...

Through stories from her practice, Claire Lerner shows parents how making critical mind-shifts - seeing their children's behaviors through a new lens - empowers parents to solve their most vexing childrearing challenges. This process puts parents back in the driver's seat, where they belong, and where their children need them to be. 

A collection of real world experiences providing techniques for Speech & Language professionals, confidence for Selective Mutism sufferers and hope for their parents*. "This book looks at some of the children and families that Libby has worked with over the years and her pragmatic, individualised approach that gets great results. I am very grateful that we found her." E. Foster, parent of George. "Doing What It Takes showcases some wonderful children and young people who have worked with Libby over the years." B. Price, parent of Louise. "I was fortunate enough to meet Libby when I was in a...

✨Full Colour Pictures✨ Want your wonderful boy to truly believe in himself and his potential? Worry when he doubts his abilities or avoids trying new challenges? Searching for engaging stories to help nurture his courage, kindness, and resilience? If you answered YES, then this book was made for your boy… Seeing his bright potential clouded by self-doubt, comparison, or fear of trying is tough. You offer support, but worry when it doesn't seem enough to build lasting confidence deep inside. You're definitely not alone in feeling this way... "Empowering Stories for Wonderful Boys" is ...

This book argues that children with high self-esteem do better in school, and outlines the positive steps that parents can take to empower their children to meet life's challenges.

In the eye-opening New York Times bestseller, The Mirror Effect, widely respected addiction and behavior specialist and producer/host of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew on VH1, Dr. Drew Pinsky takes a hard look at the profound changes blogging, tweeting, tabloids, and reality TV are having on the...

Are you a parent navigating the wonderful, wild world of toddlerhood? Do you wish for your little one (ages 1-3) to grow into a strong, adaptable individual, ready to face life's challenges? This book is your compassionate, science-backed guide to raising a resilient toddler. Forget generic advice; 'Raising a Resilient Toddler' dives deep into age-appropriate strategies specifically designed for these crucial early developmental stages. You'll discover how to foster emotional intelligence, build confidence, and equip your child with coping skills, all while embracing the unique joys and ...

The long-awaited follow-up to the million-copy bestseller The Out-of-Sync Child, presenting information and advice for tweens, teens, and young adults living with Sensory Processing Disorder, and their parents. The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up will be the new bible for the vast...

Leo Tolstoy's autobiographical trilogy—Childhood (1852), Boyhood (1854), and Youth (1857)—stands as one of the most profound explorations of human development in world literature. Written when Tolstoy was in his twenties, these interconnected novellas launched the career of one of Russia's greatest writers while establishing a new standard for psychological realism in fiction. The trilogy follows Nikolai Irtenev from age ten through his university years, tracing his journey from the protected world of aristocratic childhood through the turbulent confusion of adolescence to the ...

Learning from Children in Early Childhood explores the social lives of preschoolers, delving into how they navigate friendship, conflict, and belonging throughout the school year. Through a collection of vivid stories children shared from their own perspectives, this book highlights the richness...

You love your little one. So why do some days leave you feeling so helpless? The grocery-store meltdown. The tears at goodbye. The hitting, the clinging, the endless “no.” You want to respond with patience, but sometimes you hear the very words you promised yourself you would never say. And when Mom and Grandma disagree, caring for the same child can become even harder. Through Their Eyes invites you to pause and ask a question that can change how you respond: What is this child trying to tell me? Written by Family Nurse Practitioner, mother, and grandmother Nati Carrillo, this warm, ...

From the best-selling author of Seven Deadly Wonders and Contest comes a thrilling racing adventure. In the world of the near future, the most popular sport is hover car racing. Superfast and dangerous, its heroes are the racers: part fighter pilot, part race-car driver, all superstar. But to get to the Pro Circuit, you must first pass through the International Race School, a brutal cauldron of wild races on even wilder courses, where only the best of the best will survive.

Are you a parent navigating the wonderful, wild world of toddlerhood? Do you wish for your little one (ages 1-3) to grow into a strong, adaptable individual, ready to face life's challenges? This book is your compassionate, science-backed guide to raising a resilient toddler. Forget generic advice; 'Raising a Resilient Toddler' dives deep into age-appropriate strategies specifically designed for these crucial early developmental stages. You'll discover how to foster emotional intelligence, build confidence, and equip your child with coping skills, all while embracing the unique joys and ...

Help your adult children live their best life possible. More than one-third of 18-34-year-olds are living in their parents’ home, and one in four of them does not go to school or work each day. This situation is leaving more than a few parents of adult children wondering how they can graciously nudge them out without flushing their relationship down the drain. Parenting young adult children includes teaching them adulting stuff so they can leave home and build their own life. You’ve done this, so why won’t they go? Susan Forester has gathered advice, guidance, and statistics from ...

Introducing "The Spark of Genius," the new eBook that dives into the world of innovation, creativity, and critical thinking. This comprehensive guide illuminates the secrets of fostering imagination, curiosity, and innovation in young minds. Beginning with a thorough understanding of innovation, creativity, and critical thinking, "The Spark of Genius" details the crucial importance of these skills in today's rapidly evolving society. Educate yourself with the fascinating science of innovation and creativity, and uncover the impact of these abilities on a child's development. But the depth ...

“A wise, mild and enviably lucid book about a chaotic scene.” —Dwight Garner, The New York Times “Memoirs of fatherhood are rarely so honest or so blunt.” —Daniel Engber, The Atlantic “An instant classic.” —M. C. Mah, Romper NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2022 BY LIT HUB &...

The Big Talk is probably the most dreaded discussion any parent will ever have with their child. Most parents prefer to wait until the child is older to discuss sex while others simply avoid it altogether. The problem is, if you aren’t talking to your young child about sex someone else is, and it likely isn't the kind of information you want them to know! Although it may not feel like it, discussing sex with your young child really is a privilege. Embracing your role allows you to incorporate Godly sexual values as you teach the biology of it.