Recommendations for Children and Parents from the Parenting Collection
Selected by Melinda Taormina, Librarian.
Scheduled to be published in the Times Union on 5/2008.
| Title: Full Mouse, Empty Mouse: A Tale of Food and Feelings Author: Dina, Zeckhausen For ages 7-12 . A guide to assist parents in establishing healthy eating behavior in children, going on the premise that food choices can be a decision based upon stress and emotions, rather than hunger. |
| Title: Why do Families Break Up? Author: Bingham, Jane For ages 9-13. A helpful, factual, ultimately hopeful book showing what different members of a family go through when a marriage breaks up. Explains some reasons for divorce and discusses counseling. |
| Title: The P.A.R.E.N.T. APPROACH: How to Teach Young Moms & Dads the Art and Skills of Parenting Author: Lindsey, Jeanne Warren Hands-on, teaching activities to facilitate effective parenting, beginning with prenatal health. Useful for social workers, teachers, nurses, or young parents themselves who seek guidance. |
| Title: Understanding Sam and Asperger Syndrome Author: van Niekerk, Clarabelle & Liezl Venter, MA CCC-SLP For ages 5-7. Beautifully illustrated, a glimpse into the life of Sam, a young boy eventually diagnosed with a form of Autism called Asperger syndrome. Share his triumphs and learn from the pointers on how to best interact with a friend like Sam. |
| Title: What’s Inside Your Tummy, Mommy Author: Cocovini, Abby For ages 4-8. Simple text and child-friendly life-size illustrations give a good idea of how baby grows during all stages of pregnancy. Colorful, factual and fun. |