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Summary: INTERESTING INFORMATION BUT EXTREMELY BRIEF
Review: There have been endless numbers of books written on childhood development to the point where some books contradict others. It is no wonder parents can become confused when it comes to sorting out what is good advice and what is not. This book does provide some very basic guidlines to follow when raising children, but the book truly does not give readers what the title implied, a thorough understanding of children. It is highly questionable if any book can do that, particularly one that is so brief with just over two hundred pages. The book was rather sketchy and lacked sufficient detail to be of tremendous benefit. On the positive side, what information the book did provide made for quick and interesting reading. As for understanding children, as both a parent and one who is a counsellor, I would have a difficult time recommending this book as an abundant source of worthwhile information.
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Summary: One of the most underrated books of all time
Review: This book is simply amazing. It's loaded with (usefull) facts and info with everything you need to know from 0-3. It's highly stylized and I understand why some people would call it a "coffee table book". It's drawn up in a way that you can learn any fact in seconds. No piece of writing ever goes beyond 3 sentences (the average is 2) but that's the beauty, it's free of "fluff" and "filler" material.This book gives you hard facts on what you need to know, such as how much you'll spend in diapers,food,etc to percentages on what kinds of parents there are (percents of interracial couples, divorced, adopted, etc) and there is never a point where you'll feel overloaded with facts. As a person who studios ease of use and intuitive designs I would put this book on a pillar. They make what would normally be extremely boring or useless info and repackage it in a way that makes you want to read it and takes out the useless crap often found in fact like books. After skimming this book, I can say I would probably never need to read another book on baby finance, basic health, care, how to raise, baby phsycotherapy, etc. This is a must have for any soon-to-be mother or father.
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Summary: One of the most underrated books of all time
Review: This book is simply amazing. It's loaded with (usefull) facts and info with everything you need to know from 0-3. It's highly stylized and I understand why some people would call it a "coffee table book". It's drawn up in a way that you can learn any fact in seconds. No piece of writing ever goes beyond 3 sentences (the average is 2) but that's the beauty, it's free of "fluff" and "filler" material. This book gives you hard facts on what you need to know, such as how much you'll spend in diapers,food,etc to percentages on what kinds of parents there are (percents of interracial couples, divorced, adopted, etc) and there is never a point where you'll feel overloaded with facts. As a person who studios ease of use and intuitive designs I would put this book on a pillar. They make what would normally be extremely boring or useless info and repackage it in a way that makes you want to read it and takes out the useless crap often found in fact like books. After skimming this book, I can say I would probably never need to read another book on baby finance, basic health, care, how to raise, baby phsycotherapy, etc. This is a must have for any soon-to-be mother or father.
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Summary: Every parent must have this!
Review: This book was a pleasure to read. As a busy mother, I don't have time to read lots of heavy text and 300 pages! This book made every question I had seem relevant and important. I learned so many new things and actually enjoyed reading a parenting book for the first time in years! Thank you for creating a simple, easy to use, clear guidebook.
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Summary: Best Parenting Book Ever
Review: This is the most innovative and informative parenting book I think I've ever seen. Every time I walk past it on my coffee table I like to pick it up and find another piece of information or "action item" I can apply to my parenting. Whether the topic is play, sleep or health and nutrition, this book covers it. I absolutely love to visuals and vibrant colors. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: Understanding Children
Review: Understanding Children is just terrific! If you have a question about what diapers to use, your spirited child, or how to save for college, you'll find this comprehensive, informative book has answers. I love the contemporary look and content. It's designed for today's parents. I keep telling friends about the book and plan to buy it as a shower gift for my expecting friends!
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