Raising Girls
Book: Raising Girls by Gisela Preuschoff.In this straight-forward and thought-provoking book, psychologist and parenting author Gisella Preuschoff considers the understandings that parents require to raise girls today. The book focuses on girls' emotional and physical development, their education, social conditioning and their relationships with parents and siblings. Read full article
The Best School for Your Child
Book: The Best School for Your Child by Erin Shale. This book offers parents a guide to identifying the high school that will best meet the unique needs, qualities and strengths of their son or daughter. The author is an Australian teacher and high school counsellor. Read full article
A Handbook for Happy Families
Book: A Handbook for Happy Families by Dr John Irvine. A Practical and Fun-Filled Guide to Managing Children's Behaviour. This book provides ideas for parents on 40 or more common problems with children of all ages. There is an emphasis on having fun in your family and a teenager section. The advice in the book is suitable for all family structures (including single, step and weekend) and for grandparents. Read full article
Getting On With Others How to Teach Your Child Essential Social Skills
Book: Getting On With Others by John Cooper.Cooperative children do better at school and in life. They learn how to make friends, manage their emotions and solve problems with others. A book that shows parents how to teach their children social skills, problem solving and co-operative behaviour and how to help children learn about feelings and handle conflict. Read full article
