Donald A. Moses

Parenting is a delicate dance. One of the hardest parts of parenting is knowing when to let your child struggle, in order to learn and grow, and when to intervene.In this book, child development experts Wendy L. Moss, PhD, and Donald A. Moses, MD, examine the key skills parents need to help their kids emerge as confident, and capable adults.This book will help parents will discover ways to build their child's confidence, decision making abilities, tolerance for frustration, patience, and self-sufficiency.Lessons and examples based on the authors' professional experience illustrate how to teach skills such as self-monitoring, understanding social cues, using technology wisely, and recognizing opportunities for growth, even in life's more stressful moments.True-to-life stories and conversation-starters demonstrate specific ways parents can empower children to think for themselves and learn to meet life's challenges head-on.

The tween years are a time of change and possibility. They are also a time when kids may begin to feel confused, unsure, and even different. Have you ever felt like that? This book is for you — the tween!The Tween Book is chock full of tips, advice, research, and reflection questions to help you navigate the tween experience, including:Finding the right pace for growing upAdjusting to your changing role in your familyGaining independence and responsibilitiesMaking decisions and setting goals for your futureUnderstanding your changing looks and your body imageGetting crushes on other kids and dating (or not!)Making friends and hanging out in groupsDealing with rumors, teasing, and even bullyingCompleting schoolwork and getting organizedAnd more! Take a look inside and begin your tween adventure!