Borrow 👍 Or buy it if you don’t currently own any of the other secular books I recommend. Either way, you will not regret reading it. I’m going to give you a short-as-I-can-review and I plan to address the Christian Elephant in the room- the four-letter word in the title: Good– the concept that childrenContinue reading “Good Inside by Dr. Becky”
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Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber
Buy 👍 Faber’s book offers a wealth of relatable, actionable scripts, and stories. It includes cartoon illustrations that showcase helpful vs. unhelpful responses to fighting, the pitfalls of comparison, and the problem with trying to make everything “fair.” The author highlights an interesting paradox to sibling harmony: when negative feelings about a sibling are dismissedContinue reading “Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber”
Elevating Childcare, Your Self-Confident Baby, & Being With Babies
Buy All of These ✅ Ok ok. Buy one of these. My favorite baby book? I won’t choose and you can’t make me. But, maybe you’re not koo-koo for parenting books like me, and you’d really just prefer to read one. Sigh. Ok, I’ll help you narrow it down: Your Self-Confident Baby and Being withContinue reading “Elevating Childcare, Your Self-Confident Baby, & Being With Babies”
Redirecting Children’s Behavior by Kathryn J. Kvols
Borrow 👍 Are you looking for ways to create win-win situations with your children so neither you nor your child is a loser? You should be! Kvols explains how children are more respectful and cooperative when we don’t act like control freaks. It’s a short book, and while it hits the high notes, it mightContinue reading “Redirecting Children’s Behavior by Kathryn J. Kvols”
The Whole-Brain Child by Siegel & Bryson
Borrow 👍 The Whole-Brain Child hit the shelves before by Siegel & Bryson’s No Drama Discipline, and between the two, I say borrow this one and buy No Drama Discipline. That doesn’t mean this book isn’t fabulous! But let’s be honest, do you want to make your husband build another bookcase to hold your obsessionContinue reading “The Whole-Brain Child by Siegel & Bryson”
Children: The Challenge by Rudolf Dreikurs & Vicki Stolz
Borrow 👍 A parenting classic. This book is the guide for respectful parenting that focuses on inviting cooperation and effective, long-lasting discipline. The book’s fundamental concepts are so powerful that they have been adopted by many experts in the field. Sadly, when I read this book (many, many years ago) I had not yet learnedContinue reading “Children: The Challenge by Rudolf Dreikurs & Vicki Stolz”
No Drama Discipline by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson
Buy ✅ No Drama Discipline is the book that really ignited my passion and pursuit of respectful parenting. This book not only takes you on a deep dive into a child’s neurological development, but also provides insights into how well-intentioned parents can inadvertently make misbehavior worse. The book uses well placed cartoon illustrations to makeContinue reading “No Drama Discipline by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson”
The Secret of Childhood by Maria Montessori
Borrow 👍 Or Buy ✅ if you are a big Montessori fan. Another book on the required reading list for my Montessori certification- it quickly became my favorite. Dr. Montessori’s passion for the Lord shines through in this book, making it a refreshing read. Heads up, it’s still challenging to read do to the styleContinue reading “The Secret of Childhood by Maria Montessori”
The Absorbent Mind by Maria Montessori
Borrow 👍 Or Buy if you enjoy reading scientific articles. This classic was one of the many books I had to read to receive my Montessori credential. This book focuses on children between the ages of 0-6 in which Dr. Montessori calls the “absorbent mind” period. In this stage of life children soak in informationContinue reading “The Absorbent Mind by Maria Montessori”
The Montessori Toddler by Simone Davies
Buy ✅ A must read for parents interested in Montessori education. I wish this book existed when I first discovered our local Montessori school. Written by a Montessori teacher, Davies combines Dr. Maria Montessori’s holistic approach to education with her personal experience to create the manual for anyone living with toddlers. She also pulls inContinue reading “The Montessori Toddler by Simone Davies”
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen by Adele Faber
Borrow 👍 If you’re looking to improve communication skills with your kids, then you may want to check out “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen.” While it’s a great book that provides practical insights into the daily lives of parents, if you already own Positive Discipline, you may not need this one as well.Continue reading “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen by Adele Faber”
Jesus the Gentle Parent by L.R. Knost
Borrow 👍 “If controlling another human being is the goal, then force is necessary. Fear, intimidation, threats, power-plays, physical pain, those are the means of control. But, if growing healthy humans is the goal, then building trust relationships, encouraging, guiding, leading, teaching, and communicating are the tools for success.” LR Knost. This book is refreshmentContinue reading “Jesus the Gentle Parent by L.R. Knost”
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