[PDF] The Everything Parents Guide To The Overweight Child eBook

Author : Rebecca Branstetter
Publisher : Everything
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 20,65 MB
Release : 2013-12-06
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440566852

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The vital skills children need to achieve their full potential! Being organized. Staying focused. Controlling impulses and emotions. These are some of the basic executive functioning (EF) skills children need to function and succeed as they grow. But what can you do if your child is struggling with one or all of these skills? With this hands-on guide, you'll learn what EF difficulties look like and how you can help your child overcome these challenges. Psychologist Rebecca Branstetter teaches you how to help improve the executive functions, including: Task initiation Response inhibition Focus Time management Working memory Flexibility Self-regulation Completing tasks Organization With checklists to help enforce skills and improve organization, The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with Executive Functioning Disorder is your step-by-step handbook for helping your child concentrate, learn, and thrive!

Author : Paula Ford-Martin
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 26,26 MB
Release : 2005-04-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1605504378

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Author : Sandra Gibson Hassink
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,19 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781581101980

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Research-based evidence informs this guide to understanding—and combating—childhood obesity. Addressing medical, emotional, and psychological factors, the sensible and tested guidelines help parents create balanced meals, encourage physical activity, and partner with pediatricians, family, schools, and child-care providers in their fight against obesity. A section on setbacks and detours addresses such challenges as sneaking food, snacking and grazing, and eating during the holidays. Self-assessment questionnaires, worksheets, and parent tips discuss age-specific obesity issues ranging from the prenatal period to age 21.

Author : Carole Jacobs
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 39,13 MB
Release : 2010-06-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1605506796

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A roadmap to a common--but complicated--disorder. Is there a cure for ADHD? What symptoms should you be looking for? Could your child be misdiagnosed? When your child is diagnosed with ADHD, you want to do all you can to get the help you need to support your child. Unfortunately, the vast amount of information on ADHD can be overwhelming and leave you feeling frustrated, stressed, and powerless to help. But with the professional, accessible advice presented here, you can get the one-stop support you need to: Obtain and understand a diagnosis Find the right treatment Discipline your child effectively Get your child to focus at home and school Stay positive, and encourage your child This guide provides an all-encompassing look at ADHD so that you can feel confident about taking the necessary steps to create a better future for your child.

Author : Adelle Jameson Tilton
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 19,27 MB
Release : 2010-10-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440503931

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Life with a child with autism can be challenging, exhausting, and - ultimately - very rewarding. For parents, even daily activities like getting dressed or grocery shopping can become daunting exercises. Children with autism require special strategies, and parents must learn how to think with their child instead of against him. This comprehensive guide offers practical advice, reassurances, and real-life scenarios to help families get through each day. You'll discover how to: Communicate effectively with their child Find a school that meets their child's needs Handle meltdowns in public or private Learn about assistive devices Find intervention and support groups Full of useful information, expert advice, and positive techniques, this guide is the valuable tool you and your family need to make the most of every day - one interaction at a time!

Author : Robbins Med Herbert
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 35,73 MB
Release : 2011-12-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440530319

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Raising a gifted child is both a joy and a challenge. Gifted and exceptional children can seem self-sufficient, but it takes more than intelligence to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Your child need your support and advocacy in school, in social situations, and even at home. This guide shows you how to encourage and foster your gifted child from birth to adolescence, including information on How to determine if your child is gifted Options for school programs and activities Dealing with perfectionism and stress Setting realistic and healthy goals for your child Ensuring proper socialization and friendship Coping with jealousy and bullying from other children Packed with useful and professional advice, this is a reassuring guide to help your gifted child grow, thrive, and develop his talents.

Author : Korrel Kanoy
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 28,49 MB
Release : 2013-03-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440551944

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Put your child on the path to success! A child's emotional intelligence has been shown to be one of the strongest factors in whether or not that child will be successful later in life. A child with high emotional intelligence (EQ) has good self-control, resilience, and empathy--all factors that help build a foundation for a more grounded, satisfying, and successful life. With The Everything Parent's Guide to Emotional Intelligence in Children, you will learn how to help your child: Improve academic achievement and behavior. Achieve mindfulness. Understand emotions. Empathize with others. Improve self-confidence. Build inner resilience. This hands-on guide shows you exactly how to promote core EQ skills in your child and provides you with all you need to help your children achieve their greatest potential.

Author : Abigail Marshall
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 23,75 MB
Release : 2013-07-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440564973

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Help your child succeed in the classroom--and in life! As a parent of a child with dyslexia you may wonder what you should expect as your child goes through life. How can you help your child deal with school and succeed? It's true, there are challenges for children with dyslexia, but when identified early, they can be overcome successfully. Abigail Marshall, manager of dyslexia.com, shows you how to: Identify the early symptoms of dyslexia. Work with teachers to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Reduce homework struggles. Find the best treatment program. Help your child develop skills with the use of assistive technology. Plan for college and career. The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with Dyslexia, 2nd Edition is your first step in facing the challenges of dyslexia with a positive attitude.

Author : Deborah Carpenter
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 40,5 MB
Release : 2009-06-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1605507113

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Mocking. Namecalling. Physical aggression. These experiences are all forms of bullying that can wreak havoc on a childÆs self-esteem, safety, and general happiness. Both parents of bullied children and parents of bullies and are in a difficult situation: They want to protect their children and control their behavior without making the problem worse. Parents need a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to ensure that their childrenÆs education and quality of life are not compromised. This book helps parents learn to: Recognize the signs of bullying Find out where bullying is taking placeùat school, at a friendÆs house, or on the Internet Understand the differences between bullying among boys and girls Teach social skills and assertiveness techniques Communicate with the parents of bullies Get support from teachers, counselors, and other school administrators Handle bullying situations involving children with special needs Written by Deborah Carpenter, a social worker and assistant principal, this guide gives parents all the tools they need to recognize the problem, treat it properly, and prevent it from happening again.

Author : Anita Silvey
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 45,68 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780618618774

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By selecting only 100 "best books" Silvey distinguishes her guide from all the others and makes it possible to give young readers their literary heritage in the childhood years.