Author Description

BUILDING STRONG KIDS: A S+T+R+O+N+G (R) PARENTS' HANDBOOK is a "how-to" book for parents looking to promote genuine self-esteem & character in their children of all ages. Based on years of research, this book represents a synthesis of ideas from noted psychologists, sociologists, educators, as well as the authors' extensive experience in their private practice. It combines a brief overview with ample practical, hands-on & easy to follow advice. Its organizing principles form the acronym STRONG. Self-esteem - deals with children's self-image (Half the handbook). Trust - addresses trusting children, & helping them become trustworthy. Responsibility - focuses on the importance of helping children become responsible for their actions. Options - deals with helping children to see & employ available choices. Needs - explains the role of needs fulfillment in child development. Goals - discusses how to help children plan & reach short & long term goals. Each chapter explains how its specific topic affects children, provides suggestions & "helpful hints" on how to apply it both inside & outside the home, & gives examples of parent/child exchanges to illustrate its application. Collectively, the chapters provide parents with a variety of ways in which they may help their children grow into emotionally & socially strong adults. To Order: P.O. Box 68, Mahopac, NY 10541. 888-3-STRONG or FAX 914-628-6027.