For parents

The Whole-Brain Child

by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson

Twelve simple strategies, based on how children's brains develop, for turning everyday struggles into chances to grow.

Why we recommend this book

Explains meltdowns in plain language and gives parents simple tools like 'connect and redirect'.

What your child can learn

Brain development
Emotions
Connection

Age: For parents
Language: English
Publisher: Bantam
First published: 2012
Pages: 192
ISBN: 9780553386691

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