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Summary: How's and Why's of Baby Enrichment Excellent References!
Review: As a new parent I had always wanted to learn how to raise healthy intelligent kids... Nonetheless this book is well above my expectations! Is not the typical "instruction book", but an enlightening one to understand the importance of enriching the baby's and kid's early life... This in order to take advantage of their natural learning windows of opportunities and develop a more robust neural brain structure that could give them the edge in the future... After many books I have read about infants and kids, this is a MUST!
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Summary: Required Reading for Parents, Educators, and Politicians!!!
Review: As an elementary teacher and future parent, this book is perhaps the most influential work that I have ever read. While participating in a Brain-Research Workshop a few months ago, our facilitator mentioned this as the #1 book (in terms of child development) for parents, teachers, and anyone else who spends time with children. I must say that I am in complete agreement! Dr. Diamond and Janet Hopson not only touch on the scientific aspects of brain research, but provide readers with "real-life" examples and ideas proven to develop the minds of children from conception to adulthood. This is a terrific book that is a must read. I recommend it to the parents, teachers, and administrators in my district. Don't miss out on the potential enrichment of your children.
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Summary: Tedious old news
Review: Diamond's study of rat brains 40 years ago was an important one, but it serves poorly as the basis for a book of child development advice. This is the most tedious book on child guidance I've ever read.
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Summary: Give this book at every baby shower.
Review: Dr. Diamond has taken invaluable scientific research and in everyday language given us the necessary tools to be really effective parents. I cannot say enough good things about the information contained in this book except that it is very reassuring to rely on information based on hard science rather than psychological intrepretations. If I don't give it to them myself, I at least tell every parent or parent-to-be that I know about this book!
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Summary: Give this book at every baby shower.
Review: Dr. Diamond has taken invaluable scientific research and in everyday language given us the necessary tools to be really effective parents. I cannot say enough good things about the information contained in this book except that it is very reassuring to rely on information based on hard science rather than psychological intrepretations. If I don't give it to them myself, I at least tell every parent or parent-to-be that I know about this book!
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Summary: More wisdom from a pioneering neuroanatomist
Review: Dr. Diamond pioneered the study of an enriched environment and it's impact on the neuroanatomy of the brain--both in early life and later life. The phrase "use it or lose it" is one of her favorites. This book is the result of decades of research from the only person to disect Einstein's brain! What the "Bell Curve" wouldn't tell you because it would ruin their hypothesis.
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Summary: Excellent book...
Review: I have to agree with the previous reviews. This book is excellent and a definite MUST READ!!!As a result of the book, I am more patient with my child, am actively challenging his mind with a more enriched environment, and am a better parent as a result of it. Sadly, the parents that need this info most will never be inclined enough to read it. Thanks Diamond and Hopson for acquiring the knowledge to write this book.
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Summary: Excellent book...
Review: I have to agree with the previous reviews. This book is excellent and a definite MUST READ!!! As a result of the book, I am more patient with my child, am actively challenging his mind with a more enriched environment, and am a better parent as a result of it. Sadly, the parents that need this info most will never be inclined enough to read it. Thanks Diamond and Hopson for acquiring the knowledge to write this book.
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Summary: Excellent mix of Science and Usable Information!
Review: I was recommened this book by a college professor who teaches foreign languages to elementary students. I have always found language acquisition a facinating subject. This book clearly describes the process of brain development without using confusing technical wording. As I continued to read, I realized what a wonderful tool this book will be when I have children. It gives concrete examples and advice on how to help your children, by ages, expand their learning in all ways. I highly recommend this book for teachers, parents, and anyone who works with children.
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Summary: Excellent mix of Science and Usable Information!
Review: I was recommened this book by a college professor who teaches foreign languages to elementary students. I have always found language acquisition a facinating subject. This book clearly describes the process of brain development without using confusing technical wording. As I continued to read, I realized what a wonderful tool this book will be when I have children. It gives concrete examples and advice on how to help your children, by ages, expand their learning in all ways. I highly recommend this book for teachers, parents, and anyone who works with children.
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