Description
"My kid is smart, but..."
It takes more than school smarts to create a fulfilling life. In fact, many bright children face special challenges:
- Some are driven by perfectionism;
- Some are afraid of effort, because they're used to instant success;
- Some routinely butt heads with authority figures;
- Some struggle to get along with their peers;
- Some are outwardly successful but just don't feel good about themselves.
This practical and compassionate book explains the reasons behind these struggles and offers parents do-able strategies to help children cope with feelings, embrace learning, and build satisfying relationships. Drawing from research as well as the authors' clinical experience, it focuses on the essential skills children need to make the most of their abilities and become capable, confident, and caring people.
About the Author
The Authors
Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, is a child and family clinical psychologist in Princeton, New Jersey. She is the author or coauthor of several books on children's feelings and friendships.
Mark S. Lowenthal, PsyD, has helped many children, teens, and their families during his twenty-two years as a clinical psychologist. His private practice is in Maplewood, New Jersey.
Reviews
"This book is a literal Godsend. Parents will find great wisdom in its pages."
- Stephen R. Covey, author, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
"A smart, deeply perceptive and important book."
- Wendy Mogel, PhD, author, The Blessing of a Skinned Knee
"This book helps parents see how to encourage their children to develop as whole people with feelings, ideas, and the ability to cope with the occasional disappointment too."
- Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, PhD, author of Einstein Never Used Flash Cards
"Filled with vignettes and strategies for raising smart kids to become healthy, happy and contributing adults."
- Vicki Abeles, Producer, Race to Nowhere
Book Information
ISBN 9780470640050
Author Eileen Kennedy-Moore
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 363g
Dimensions(mm) 226mm * 152mm * 28mm
