Have you ever stepped back to watch what really goes on when
your children play? As psychologist Lawrence J. Cohen points out,
play is children''s way of exploring the world, communicating deep
feelings, getting close to those they care about, working through
stressful situations, and simply blowing off steam. That''s why
"playful parenting" is so important and so successful in building
strong, close bonds between parents and children. Through play we
join our kids in "their" world-and help them to - Express and
understand complex emotions- Break through shyness, anger, and
fear- Empower themselves and respect diversity- Play their way
through sibling rivalry - Cooperate without power struggles From
eliciting a giggle during baby''s first game of peekaboo to cracking
jokes with a teenager while hanging out at the mall, "Playful
Parenting "is a complete guide to using play to raise confident
children. Written with love and humor, brimming with good advice
and revealing anecdotes, and grounded in the latest research, this
book" "will make you laugh even as it makes you wise in the ways of
being an effective, enthusiastic parent.
關於作者:
Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph. D., is a clinical psychologist
specializing in children''s play, play therapy, and parenting. He is
the coauthor, with Michael Thompson and Catherine O''Neill Grace, of
Best Friends, Worst Enemies, a book about children''s friendships
and peer relations. He is also a columnist for The Boston Globe.
Dr. Cohen leads Playful Parenting workshops for parents, teachers,
and child-care professionals. He lives in Brookline, Massachusetts,
with his wife, Anne, and their daughter, Emma.
From the Hardcover edition.