Main description:

Fashions in parenting come and go and it can be difficult for parents to reconcile the many recommendations of friends, family and media gurus. This book, which is based on many findings from scientific research, provides a welcome evidence-based guide to parenting children from 2 years old until they begin infant school. Topics are selected based on the main anxieties facing parents of toddlers such as behaviour management, language development and family routines. Each chapter includes a list of frequently asked questions and answers, and the presentation of practical tips. This will be valuable reading for all professionals working with children as well as parents looking for guidance on child-rearing.

Contents:

SECTION 1: NAUGHTY & NICE * Getting the best out of your child * Tantrums! What should you do? * Social development and making friends SECTION 2: LEARNING TO COMMUNICATE * Encouraging the inner chatterbox (in you and your child) * First steps in reading, writing & spelling * The developing bilingual brain * How music can make the difference SECTION 3: CARING ENVIRONMENT & FAMILY ROUTINES * Discussing the impact of childcare arrangements * Sleep and getting enough of it! * Toilet training and bed wetting * Stimulating children at home * Sibling relationships & rivalry