Strong Family, Strong Child

by Julie Prescott

Overview

Every child needs the support of those around him. In this book from the “Single Parent Wisdom” series, you’ll find tips on how to make your child feel connected no matter what form your family takes. What is “normal” child behavior? Are my expectations realistic? Other subjects discussed in this easy-to-read book: spend “just us” time with each child; remove chaos in your family’s life; solve family problems together; plan for a future; ask for help until you get it. Regular Family Meetings help to distribute chores, establish house rules, plan family fun, and even plan meals. Over 50 men and women share their wisdom of what worked and what didn’t during their years as single parents. Now with children grown, they can reflect on that time to provide answers to the questions that bothered them. Plus, they answer the phrase: If only I knew then, what I know now.... Wisdom everyone can benefit who is involved in the life of a child.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940011213267
Publisher:	Julie Prescott
Publication date:	02/21/2011
Series:	Single Parent Wisdom: If only I knew then, what I know now , #4
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
File size:	169 KB

About the Author

Julie has been writing her thoughts and fancies since she was a teen. "It is a marvelous way to empty your brain, for the moment," Prescott relays.
When she became a single parent at the age of 27, Prescott knew there had to be help available, besides Dr. Spock's book. She didn't start writing the Single Parent Wisdom series until her three children and two step children were adults. She found looking back was the way to help others. She could see what worked and what didn't. What she worried and fretted about when they were young that didn't need so much attention. Prescott asked others to help answer questions she had when the children were young, but now the children were grown. Over 100 former single parents with young children who were now adults, answered her questions and the series: Single Parent Wisdom: If only I knew then what I know now...