Author: Victoria L. Cooper
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0241270502
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Concrete, research-driven advice on humanity's oldest, hardest job Why is parenting so fraught and so difficult in today's society? There has never been a time when advice was so readily available, and yet there is also a prevailing sense that parents are getting it wrong. This book examines the arguments and counter-arguments supported by research on how best to parent children, from birth to twelve years. By taking an impartial approach to the evidence and, by discussing case studies from across the world and from a number of academic disciplines, this book is designed to show how good parenting comes in many shapes and forms.
A Pelican Book: Parenting 0 - 12
Author: Victoria L. Cooper
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0241270502
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Concrete, research-driven advice on humanity's oldest, hardest job Why is parenting so fraught and so difficult in today's society? There has never been a time when advice was so readily available, and yet there is also a prevailing sense that parents are getting it wrong. This book examines the arguments and counter-arguments supported by research on how best to parent children, from birth to twelve years. By taking an impartial approach to the evidence and, by discussing case studies from across the world and from a number of academic disciplines, this book is designed to show how good parenting comes in many shapes and forms.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0241270502
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Concrete, research-driven advice on humanity's oldest, hardest job Why is parenting so fraught and so difficult in today's society? There has never been a time when advice was so readily available, and yet there is also a prevailing sense that parents are getting it wrong. This book examines the arguments and counter-arguments supported by research on how best to parent children, from birth to twelve years. By taking an impartial approach to the evidence and, by discussing case studies from across the world and from a number of academic disciplines, this book is designed to show how good parenting comes in many shapes and forms.
Parenting the First Twelve Years
Author: Victoria Cooper
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241270510
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Concrete, research-driven advice on humanity's oldest, hardest job Why is parenting so fraught and so difficult in today's society? There has never been a time when advice was so readily available, and yet there is also a prevailing sense that parents are getting it wrong. This book examines the arguments and counter-arguments supported by research on how best to parent children, from birth to twelve years. By taking an impartial approach to the evidence and, by discussing case studies from across the world and from a number of academic disciplines, this book is designed to show how good parenting comes in many shapes and forms.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241270510
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Concrete, research-driven advice on humanity's oldest, hardest job Why is parenting so fraught and so difficult in today's society? There has never been a time when advice was so readily available, and yet there is also a prevailing sense that parents are getting it wrong. This book examines the arguments and counter-arguments supported by research on how best to parent children, from birth to twelve years. By taking an impartial approach to the evidence and, by discussing case studies from across the world and from a number of academic disciplines, this book is designed to show how good parenting comes in many shapes and forms.
National Library of Medicine Current Catalog
Author: National Library of Medicine (U.S.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine
Languages : en
Pages : 1242
Book Description
First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine
Languages : en
Pages : 1242
Book Description
First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.
What We Really Do All Day
Author: Jonathan Gershuny
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141984554
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
How has the way we spend our time changed over the last fifty years? Are we really working more, sleeping less and addicted to our phones? What does this mean for our health, wealth and happiness? Everything we do happens in time and it feels like our lives are busier than ever before. Yet a detailed look at our daily activities reveals some surprising truths about the social and economic structure of the world we live in. This book delves into the unrivalled data collection and expertise of the Centre for Time Use Research to explore fifty-five years of change and what it means for us today.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141984554
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
How has the way we spend our time changed over the last fifty years? Are we really working more, sleeping less and addicted to our phones? What does this mean for our health, wealth and happiness? Everything we do happens in time and it feels like our lives are busier than ever before. Yet a detailed look at our daily activities reveals some surprising truths about the social and economic structure of the world we live in. This book delves into the unrivalled data collection and expertise of the Centre for Time Use Research to explore fifty-five years of change and what it means for us today.
Perky Pelican
Author: Suzanne Tate
Publisher: Nags Head Art, Inc.
ISBN: 9781878405135
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The story of a pelican reflects the ordinary experiences encountered every day.
Publisher: Nags Head Art, Inc.
ISBN: 9781878405135
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The story of a pelican reflects the ordinary experiences encountered every day.
The Day of the Pelican
Author: Katherine Paterson
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 054741739X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
2013 Laura Ingalls Wilder Award Meli Lleshi is positive that her drawing of her teacher with his pelican nose started it all. The Lleshis are Albanians living in Kosovo, a country trying to fight off Serbian oppressors, and suddenly they are homeless refugees. Old and young alike, they find their courage tested by hunger, illness, the long, arduous journey, and danger on every side. Then, unexpectedly, they are brought to America by a church group and begin a new life in a small Vermont town. The events of 9/11 bring more challenges for this Muslim family--but this country is their home now and there can be no turning back.A compassionate, powerful novel by a master storyteller.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 054741739X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
2013 Laura Ingalls Wilder Award Meli Lleshi is positive that her drawing of her teacher with his pelican nose started it all. The Lleshis are Albanians living in Kosovo, a country trying to fight off Serbian oppressors, and suddenly they are homeless refugees. Old and young alike, they find their courage tested by hunger, illness, the long, arduous journey, and danger on every side. Then, unexpectedly, they are brought to America by a church group and begin a new life in a small Vermont town. The events of 9/11 bring more challenges for this Muslim family--but this country is their home now and there can be no turning back.A compassionate, powerful novel by a master storyteller.
Little Fur Family
Author: Margaret Wise Brown
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060207450
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
There was a little fur family warm as toast smaller than most in little fur coats and they lived in a warm wooden tree.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060207450
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
There was a little fur family warm as toast smaller than most in little fur coats and they lived in a warm wooden tree.
Putih the Traveling Pelican
Author: Lindsey Nubern
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975934859
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Meet Putih (Poo-tee) the Traveling Pelican!Putih is on an adventure into the unknown. She's traveling through the woods -- yikes!-- in search of a lake so she can see her reflection for the first time after being teased about having a big chin.Putih meets different animals who befriend her along the way, and who each point out the similarities they share rather than their differences. Putih's new friends appreciate her unique quality and help her to see the beauty in her reflection.This is a great book for kids ages 3-8, teaching important lessons like being a good friend, learning to build self-esteem and confidence, learning about diversity and appreciating our differences, and the power of our words. Get the book plus a Putih the Pelican toy and fun stickers at http://nuventuretravels.com/shop
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975934859
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Meet Putih (Poo-tee) the Traveling Pelican!Putih is on an adventure into the unknown. She's traveling through the woods -- yikes!-- in search of a lake so she can see her reflection for the first time after being teased about having a big chin.Putih meets different animals who befriend her along the way, and who each point out the similarities they share rather than their differences. Putih's new friends appreciate her unique quality and help her to see the beauty in her reflection.This is a great book for kids ages 3-8, teaching important lessons like being a good friend, learning to build self-esteem and confidence, learning about diversity and appreciating our differences, and the power of our words. Get the book plus a Putih the Pelican toy and fun stickers at http://nuventuretravels.com/shop
The Itsy Bitsy Spider
Author: Iza Trapani
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
ISBN: 1879085771
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
The spirited itsy bitsy spider has captured the hearts of generations of children in the much-loved nursery rhyme. Now she's back—on a new magical journey! Over 2.5 million copies in print! This all-new adventure for the itsy bitsy spider has exciting encounters with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. Finally, the itsy bitsy spider finds a lovely spot to spin a new silky web. Iza Trapani’s vibrant watercolor illustrations paired with a playful rhythm makes this new take on an old favorite feel like an instant classic. A perfect read-aloud; children will enjoy time and again the delightful antics of the energetic itsy bitsy spider.
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
ISBN: 1879085771
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
The spirited itsy bitsy spider has captured the hearts of generations of children in the much-loved nursery rhyme. Now she's back—on a new magical journey! Over 2.5 million copies in print! This all-new adventure for the itsy bitsy spider has exciting encounters with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. Finally, the itsy bitsy spider finds a lovely spot to spin a new silky web. Iza Trapani’s vibrant watercolor illustrations paired with a playful rhythm makes this new take on an old favorite feel like an instant classic. A perfect read-aloud; children will enjoy time and again the delightful antics of the energetic itsy bitsy spider.