The Parent's Handbook: Systematic Training for Effective Parenting
Offers parents a realistic and practical approach to meeting the challenges of raising children today. Teaches effective and enjoyable ways to relate to children.
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From making a monster mask to going on a bike photo safari, 365 Smart Afterschool Activities will let kids' imaginations soar with terrifically fun things to do during those valuable afterschool hours and beyond.365 Smart Afterschool Activities is perfect for parents, teachers, grandparents, babysitters and youth leaders. Illustrated by children, a terrific variety of adventures await you, including activities for:--Crafts--Dance and movement--Drama--Games--Hobbies--Nature--Self-Esteem--Writing?Engaging and fun-filled activities that are sure to keep kids playing, imagining and creating all year long!?-Brenda Pilson, Creative Classroom magazine
Games Children Play
The subtitle for this book is "How games and sport help children develop." But I find it's much more than this! It is also a unique resource of tried and tested games for all ages levels. The introduction deals with tips for presenting games to children, how to cope with difficulties (such as bullying) and equipment. The bulk of the book is broken into three parts for different age ranges (3-7 year olds, 7-12 year olds and teenagers). Then the three sections are further broken down into game type: music, movement, beanbag games, water games, skipping games, playground games and so much more! Although this book is part of the Rudolf Steiner Education Series and written especially to address Waldorf schooling, it would be a valuable guide for every teacher, movement specialist and parent. I've never seen a better book on this subject!
The Power of Play: Learning What Comes Naturally
Today?s parents often worry that their children will be at a disadvantage if they are not engaged in constant learning, but child development expert David Elkind reassures us that imaginative play goes far to prepare children for academic and social success. Through expert analysis of the research and powerful examples, Elkind shows how creative, spontaneous play fosters healthy mental and social development and sets the stage for academic learning in the first place. An important contribution to the literature about how children learn, The Power of Play restores play?s respected place in children?s lives and encourages parents to trust their instincts to stay away from many of the dubious educational products on the market.
