CARES names books to empower and inform

Wednesday, 30 December 2009 09:58

New Canaan CARES has compiled its list of the best parenting books for 2009 to help sharpen parenting skills or address a specific family situation. Many of these books are available for loan or purchase at the CARES office at 91 Elm Street, or may be ordered through online retailers. New Canaan CARES is an independent, nonprofit community organization whose purpose is to advance the health and well-being of youth and families. Visit newcanaancares.org for more information.

Top Parenting Books of 2009

“Yes, Your Teen Is Crazy! Loving Your Kid Without Losing Your Mind,” by Dr. Michael J. Bradley

“Raising Resilient Children: Fostering Strength, Hope and Optimism in Your Child,” by Drs. Robert Brooks and Sam Goldstein

“The Secret Of Parenting: How to Be in Charge of Today’s Kids — from Toddlers to Preteens — Without Threats or Punishments,” by Dr. Anthony E. Wolf

“It’s Not Fair, Jeremy Spencer’s Parents Let Him Stay Up All Night! A Guide to the Tougher Parts of Parenting,” by Dr. Anthony E. Wolf

“Mom, Jason’s Breathing On Me! The Solution to Sibling Bickering,” by Dr. Anthony E. Wolf

“Get Out Of My Life, But First Could You Drive Me and Cheryl to the Mall? A Parent’s Guide to the New Teenager,” by Dr. Anthony E. Wolf

“The Biggest Job We’ll Ever Have,” by Laura and Malcolm Gauld

“Raising Financially Fit Kids,” by Joline Godfrey

“So Sexy So Soon: The New Sexualized Childhood and What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Kids,” by Drs. Diane E. Levin and Jean Kilbourne

“Season of Life: A Football Star, a Boy, a Journey to Manhood,” by Jeffrey Marx

“Mothers and Daughters: Searching for New Connections,” by Dr. Ann F. Caron.

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