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Every parent should read it, then have their kids read it.  I have read a ton of investing books over the years.  This is the most simple, concise of them all.
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Read this. Have your children read this or read it to them and discuss it. Learn from it and then live it. Love. Kindness. That's what it all boils down to, people.
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Deloris Jordan's book, Family First is a must read for all parents.  This much needed book gives a down to earth look at the Jordan household and the family dynamics which produced 5 successful, balanced children.
The  first time I met the author she stood out as a remarkable woman with much  wisdom.  Her book with its insights and wisdom in rearing children is  everything I imagined it would be including the humor and warmth of  endearing episodes.
I would recommend it to anyone, but especially to  parents.
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As a middle school teacher and parent of three (younguns), I'm going to recommend this book to every parent I encounter. If you have or are going to have in a few years a middle schooler in your life at all, you must read this book. Teachers, counselors, grandparents, etc. should all read this book! It covers a variety of areas: technology, friend drama, bullying, attire, and more. Each chapter has parenting tips at the end. It is categorized as Christian Living, but it is beneficial for parents of any spiritual background. (It is not overtly Christian if you don't share those values.) It has a lot of practical examples and stories to solidify the messages. I am so thankful there is a book worth recommending to parents that covers a variety of areas so realistically. Working with this age group, I kept nodding my head, "Yep, that is so true. Yep, I've heard parents say that." Please buy this book for the adults in your life that need to hear the resounding message: being a parent is hard work, but kids deserve it.
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I believe everyone who has children, works with children, or has children in their lives should read this book. It dispels the myth of stranger danger (we all talk to strangers every time we leave our homes) and talks about how by teaching our children to fear everyone they don't know we are actually stripping them of their ability to recognize unusual or threatening behavior. If you don't know normal, you can't recognize crazy. It's full of ways to help your child/ren stay safe. Really, read it. I give it to a lot of people as a baby gift.
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Wonder is a really incredible book.  I just finished reading it to my children (ages 10, 9, and 6 year old twins) I would recommend that all parents not only read but actually discuss this book with your kids.  It's teaches kindness, empathy and friendship among many other things.  The world would be a better place if all kids were exposed to this book and were taught to be a "Summer" and not a "Julian."
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Every parent should wonder what is best for their child. There are no easy answers. This book gives some good arguements to allowing your children to have a wide range of experiences, yes, including video games and television.

Children are smart and learn fast. I have an advanced engineering degree, but my 5 and 9 year old can figure out the rules of video games faster than I can. They have great problem solving abilities, and yes they also like to read. Books are very important in our house.

Saying popular culture is all bad is close minded. Read with your childen, but also don't be afraid to play video games and watch challenging television with them as well.

The book is a little dry, but worth the effort.
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Anyone who is alive or has kids should read Quiet! Read it before it is too late for you or them.
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...we all have to provide for our families.  For some it means working, a lot, outside the home or from home.  Some families have two parents in one place, separate places, etc., etc., but all parents share the most important commonality, and that is a child/children.  This book is a must read for anyone who is a parent, regardless of any other circumstances.  Children deserve to be THE most important aspect of a parents' life, bottom line.  Many of us either forget or simply do not know how to make this happen for our children or ourselves as parents.  If you haven't read it, do.  If you have, share it with others.
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Duh.  This is one of the best books ever for kids... and adults.
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I have two boys who slept through the night at 6 & 7 weeks thanks to this book.

I fed my older son every four hours after two weeks because that is when he cried to be fed.  My younger son who is 8 months old now ate every three hours for the first couple of months.  Every child is different but Ezzo's advice is a  guideline for parents.  No one teaches us how to be parents.  We don't go to school to be parents.  His advice is extrememly helpful when a society of ignorant adults has to raise new little lives.  We raise our children to be adults, not to stay children and become increasingly dependent.

I held my children when they cried and I also let them cry it out.  The didn't suffer or feel unloved because now they are loving, kind to each other and well-rounded.  These are compliments I receive, not just my biased opinion.  I have other mothers asking me for advice because they see the proof in my boys, and I refer them to this book's principals.

As a teacher, I am fully aware of different parenting styles and I can tell which children have parents that probably hate this book and which have parents that embrace it.  We want our children to like us and not hate us.  Did we love OUR parents 100% of the time?  We have to do things for our children in THEIR best interest because we know what it best and that is what this book teaches.

Discipline has to be as consistent as love and Ezzo's book affirms this.  It truly worked for me and having my kids on a schedule is the best thing that I took away from this book.  I was able to sleep through the night with a 7-week-old infant in the house.  If you can say that and still criticize this book, then write your own.  If you are looking for a way to raise happy, well-rounded children with love and consistent discipline, then this book is for you.  You'll appreciate the time you have for yourself, your husband, and your kids, because you'll be happier as well as your children.
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I loved it, and most importantly my kids did too. This is a great covenant for a father to his children. You might think that the book has a lot of things that can be 'taken for granted' but that's not the reality for everyone. And even if it is, there is still value for parents in saying it and value in children for hearing it.
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Every educator and every parent should read this. It's time to start thinking about what can be instead of why  we can't teach some kids.
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This is a Must Read for a parent to read with their child at the appropriate age. My husband is reading this, chapter by chapter, with our 14 yr old son. This book opens up intimate dialogue that produces honest, grace-based teaching moments and continues to bond the parent child relationship in this age when our kids are receiving innacurate information from peers and media influence. Our kids need to know and understand their sexuality in a healthy, God approved way that will mature them to being a healthy husband or wife in the future. Thank you, Joshua Harris, for being bold to write this much needed book.
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Every parent I know wants to teach their children to have healthy views about sexuality.  Every Christian parent I know wants their children to understand God's plan for their sexuality.  But many of us wonder how much to tell our children, and at what ages.  We wonder how to explain to them the beautiful gift God has given to married couples, without burdening them with more information than their innocence can handle.

Jim Burns has created the Pure Foundations series to help guide parents through this process.  He has books for the parents, and the children, to help them build a healthy, godly view of their sexuality.

This book is a hardcover, 8.75 inches x 8.75 inches.  It is a perfect size to hold and share with your children.  Most of the illustrations are beautiful photographs of families and children.  The pages also have cheerful color-blocked text boxes on white pages.  The pictures are a delight to children and adults.  The books are beautifully designed, and well-written.

God Made Your Body covers several topics with children in its 32 pages.  It is recommended for children ages 3-5.  The book begins with talking about how God created each person, with unique gifts, appearance, and personality.  It then moves on to talking about the physical differences between boys and girls.  It uses accurate medical terms, so children grow up knowing the correct terms.  Jim Burns then explains in an age-appropriate way how babies are made, using a part of Mommy and a part of Daddy (again using accurate terms for sperm and egg).  The book closes with discussion about differences in families, extended family, and adoption.

This is an excellent book!  My only concern with the entire book is the term "making love" is used to explain how a Daddy and Mommy come together to make a baby.  That isn't a term I've ever used with my 3-5 year old children.  When my children are around age ten and they get the full-facts of the matter, I tell them that is one of several terms that is used.  At this point, I'm not comfortable using that term with young children, so I've omitted that phrase.

This book is a beautiful explanation of how God creates life.  I do recommend it, although I think parents should use their own judgement on what age to share them with their children.  Do not just buy a book, see "ages 5-7" on it, and read it to your 5 year old because that's what the book says.  Read the book yourself, pray about it, and then determine if your child is ready for it yet.  Every child is different, every situation is different -- let God lead you in  your parenting decisions.
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Parents, especially moms, and especially parents of daughters, if you never read any other book ever again, this will be the one to read before that time comes!  This book is all about not only you being able to protect your children better but about teaching them to protect themselves since we cannot always be around.  It talks about teaching your children to follow their gut feelings and recognize signs of danger so that they will know if and when to protect themselves.  For example, "you shouldn't teach your children not to talk to strangers, because they see you do it every day.  Instead, you should teach your children not to talk to anyone that seems suspicious or makes them uncomfortable in any way,etc."  With this book, you can learn how to teach your children about danger without making them afraid of everything.  Mothers, and maybe dads too, you should start out with reading "The Gift of Fear" which is the author's first book.
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I bought this at a remainder sale for a buck.  I should have bought all of them.  This is one of Sendak's low interest/highest value books.  And it made me cry.  It is not for very young kids but all kids will eventually know what it means if their parents and people who love them make sure they read or hear it read.  I am about to buy a few for a couple of lucky babies with wonderful parents.  This is a must-have book for kids and parents.  The story it tells is one that should not be forgotten.  and read and re-read.