{"product_id":"preparing-children-for-success-in-school-and-life-9781071886700","title":"Preparing Children for Success in School and Life","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSet children on a path to success by understanding and nurturing the power of the brain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChildren's brains develop faster in the early years than at any other time in their lives. If you want to make the most of this pivotal period, there is no time to waste.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith newly updated research, the second edition of this bestseller provides parents and educators with strategies for building a brain-compatible environment where young learners can develop the skills they need to be successful. Inside you'll find:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003eHow to design a brain-friendly environment, including the use of music, color, and lighting\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eThe effects of verbal communication, reading aloud, and discussion on children's development\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eStrategies for developing character and responsible behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eAn action plan to help parents follow through with implementation at home\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eMultiple examples of best practices in action\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBased on the latest research on human growth and development and written by a nationally-known education expert, \u003cem\u003ePreparing Children for Success in School\u003c\/em\u003e and Life helps you satisfy a child's natural hunger for learning and ensure that every child gets the best possible chance at success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword PART One:  Preparing Children for Success in Life Chapter 1.  Develop a Relationship With Your Child Chapter 2.  Hug, Rock, and Love Your Child Chapter 3.  Surround Your Child With a Calming Environment Chapter 4.  Give Your Child a Brain-Healthy Start Chapter 5.  Talk To and With Your Child Chapter 6.  Read To and With Your Child Chapter 7.  Provide Opportunities for Creative Play Chapter 8.  Teach Your Child Rules, Rituals, and Responsibility Chapter 9.  Accentuate the Positive Chapter 10.  Deemphasize the Negative Chapter 11.  Identify Chronic Behavior and Mood Disorders Chapter 12.  Laugh and Have Fun; It’s Good for You and Your Child Chapter 13:  Expect the Best and Visualize Success PART TWO: Preparing Children for Success in School Chapter 14.  Prepare Your Child from Before Birth to Age Three Chapter 15. Prepare Your Child for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten (Ages 4 and 5) Chapter 16.  Prepare Your Child for Primary Grades (1st, 2nd, 3rd) Chapter 17.  Prepare Your Child for Intermediate Grades (4th, 5th) Chapter 18.  Prepare Your Child for Middle Grades (Grades 6th, 7th, 8th) Chapter 19.  Prepare Your Child for High School Grades (Grades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th) Chapter 20.  Partner With Your Child’s Teachers","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738525643095,"sku":"9781071886700","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781071886700.jpg?v=1720049227","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/preparing-children-for-success-in-school-and-life-9781071886700","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}