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Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Parents often wonder what's going on in their child's mind when they throw a temper tantrum, behave badly, or refuse to cooperate. Written by two experts in child development and psychology, The Emotionally Intelligent Child offers a groundbreaking approach for understanding children's behavior in the context of their development, as well as tips for parenting with patience, and actionable strategies for helping kids cultivate emotional intelligence-an...
Author
Language
English
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"Montessori in Action: Building Resilient Montessori Schools delivers a practical and actionable method to provide a strong Montessori experience for all children, families and educators. The first of its kind, this book offers readers a collection of modern and concrete ways to build an equitable and resilient Montessori program, by discussing topics like: Working within the unique, complex ecosystem of Montessori to build a unified community...
Series
Publisher
Bantam Books Trade Paperbacks
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Updated with new material, this guide outlines the elements a parent or educator should look for in a good kindergarten program and introduces activities that can help children take their first steps in learning to read and write
Author
Publisher
Walter Foster Jr
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Preschoolers will love tackling these 20 fun, easy-to-follow step-by-step projects as they learn about STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math). Topics include symmetry and how light bounces to create reflections with mirror mandalas, diffusion and capillary action with tie dye towels, structural framing and bracing with marshmallow structures, and electrical currents with salty circuits. This cross-subject approach to learning...
Author
Publisher
Windsor Peak Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The sequel to Baby 411. You've made it! Your baby has turned one! Now the real fun begins. From temper tantrums to toilet training, raising a toddler brings its own set of challenges and questions-- and Toddler 411 has the answers."--Back cover
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
"65 essential activities use play as a vehicle for teaching and skill-building. Including chapters on sensory play, fine and gross motor play, imagination and more, these hands-on projects use everyday objects and recycled materials. Each activity requires minimal preparation, and many come with traceable templates, so even the busiest parent can skip expensive store-bought toys"--
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Language
English
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Description
This parenting book shows you how to raise self-confident, motivated children who are ready for the real world. Learn how to parent effectively while teaching your children responsibility and growing their character. Establish healthy control through easy-to-implement steps without anger, threats, nagging, or power struggles.
Trusted by generations of parents, counselors, and teachers to lovingly raise responsible children. Includes solutions for...
Author
Publisher
Watkins
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
Rain or shine, this book will get everyone playing outside, developing new skills and discovering the wonder of nature across the year! Written for parents, teachers and anyone else wants to try out Forest School activities, and also as a handy resource for Forest School leaders, it follows on from the bestselling "Play the Forest School Way", with brand-new games and survival skills that connect with the natural cycle of the year. For each season,...
Author
Publisher
Parallax Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Chippewa clinical psychologist Renda Dionne Madrigal offers time-honored Indigenous stories and mindfulness practices that help families get off their screens, reconnect with each other and the natural world, and tune into their instincts for a more joyful, emotionally authentic, and healthy family culture"--
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Series
Publisher
Sasquatch Books
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
As he searches for Pete, Larry the pooch visits some amazing places, from the Sears Tower to the Art Institute of Chicago, from exciting Field Museum to historic Wrigley's Field. Eventually, the two reunite, but not before Larry has had a great adventure. Filled with candy-colored retro illustrations, sidebars and factoids about the Windy City
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Publisher
Hachette Go, an imprint of Hachette Books
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
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"Using the seven chakras, therapist Cathy Cassani Adams discusses parenting issues such as school pressure, self-care, emotional intelligence, anxiety, sexuality and gender, and more, while offering concrete examples and strategies to help you wake up to your life as a parent"--Page 4 of cover
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