{"product_id":"raising-smart-kids-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Raising Smart Kids for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarlene Targ Brill\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo, you wanna turn Junior into a smarty-pants? What parent doesn't? Thing is, kids nowadays are more independent than ever and aren't always receptive to what parents want. In fact, if you tell your kids that studying is \"good for them,\" they're more than likely to mumble, \"Yeah, sure,\" in your general direction and head off to do something \"fun.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharpening the minds of your youngsters presents more challenges than climbing Mt. Everest, and the responsibility of making your kids use more of their brain cells can be overwhelming - even when you don't encounter resistance. Raising smart kids requires long-term commitment, sacrifice, and diligence - not to mention the patience of a saint. And as long as you don't obsess about being the perfect parent, you will be able to enjoy your kids' journey of self-discovery right along with them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBut how do you accomplish this? How do you overcome the resistance? How do you tackle the overwhelming task of not only helping your children succeed in school, but also increasing their ability to make their own way in the world? That's where \u003ci\u003eRaising Smart Kids For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e steps in to help.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten in easy-to-understand terms (and absolutely no slick psycho-babble), this book gives you sound advice on encouraging your kids to set their sights high and achieve success, whether at school, with friends, or in your community. And you don't have to be a new parent to gain insight from this book; experienced parents can reap rewards with the help of this book in their effort to raise fulfilled children.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHere's just a sampling of what you'll find in \u003ci\u003eRaising Smart Kids For Dummies: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognizing the characteristics of smart kids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowing when to push - and when not to\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisciplining your kids in a positive way\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrowing smarter kids from healthier bodies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanning the development of your kids' brains: From newborns to teenagers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTaking your smart kids beyond high school\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEliminating brain drain from school-skipping, drug abuse, and raging hormones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop Ten lists of family characteristics that nurture smart kids, what smart kids read, and resources for bolstering parents' confidence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou've heard it said a thousand times: The children are the future. Children have such potential, but rarely live up to it. Why take this chance with your own kids? Make the commitment to prepare your kids for life on their own. With \u003ci\u003eRaising Smart Kids For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, you, too, can achieve success - and have a little fun along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical pointers for rearing precocious preschoolers and academic achievers\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the parenting secrets behind intelligent, well-rounded kids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a new mom or the dad of a teenager, you want to do all you can to make sure your child loves to learn - and does well in school. This friendly guide shows you how. From stimulating a baby's senses to helping with homework and encouraging academic success, this book is packed with proven strategies for raising little Einsteins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Dummies Way\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet in, get out information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical pointers for rearing precocious preschoolers and academic achievers\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the parenting secrets behind intelligent, well-rounded kids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a new mom or the dad of a teenager, you want to do all you can to make sure your child loves to learn - and does well in school. This friendly guide shows you how. From stimulating a baby's senses to helping with homework and encouraging academic success, this book is packed with proven strategies for raising little Einsteins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Dummies Way\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Get in, get out\" information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarlene Targ Brill\u003c\/b\u003e has written 50 books for and about children. She holds a master's degree in early childhood education and has spent years teaching smart kids of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.32 x 7.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 30, 2003\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51761440751904,"sku":"9780764517655","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/aa342823a847910a85acae656da4b7a5.webp?v=1780207611","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/raising-smart-kids-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}