The Whole-Brain Child

This pioneering, practical book offers a revolutionary approach to child rearing with twelve key strategies that foster healthy brain development, leading to calmer, happier children. The authors explain—and make accessible—the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures. The “upstairs brain,” which makes decisions and balances emotions, is under construction until the mid-twenties. And especially in young children, the right brain and its emotions tend to rule over the logic of the left brain. No wonder kids throw tantrums, fight, or sulk in silence. By applying these discoveries to everyday parenting, you can turn any outburst, argument, or fear into a chance to integrate your child’s brain.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bantam; Illustrated edition (September 11, 2012)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780553386691
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0553386691
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.18 x 0.51 x 7.95 inches